Scholarship Guidelines

Brett had such a love for music. In high school, he was involved in choir, show choir, musicals and band. He could light up any stage. After high school, Brett attended UNK as a music education major. Even though his career path changed, music remained a constant in his life. Brett's dream was to become a famous singer. He auditioned for both The Voice and America's Got Talent. Sadly, he wasn't accepted for either show, but that did not deter his love of music and performing. Brett was always singing in his car. He loved being asked to sing for friends' weddings. Brett was best known for his show-stopping Karaoke performances. Brett's family hopes that with this scholarship, his passion and love for music will shine on in future generations. 

Amount and Terms

• $1,000 x 1 year

Number of Scholarships

• 1

Eligibility

• Must be a graduate of one of the following high schools: Grand Island Senior High, Grand Island Central Catholic, Grand Island Northwest, Grand island Lutheran High, St. Cecilia, Heartland Community High School, Loup City, Ord, Palmer, High Plains, Ravenna, Shelton, St. Paul, Wood River, York, Nebraska Christian, Aurora, Central  City, Central Valley, Centura, Doniphan-Trumbull, Elba, Fullerton, Hampton, Hastings, or Adams Central.
• Must be involved in music, musical theater or musical performance in school and/or in the community
• Student must upload a 1 minute audio file showing proficiency in voice in any style
• Must attend an accredited trade school, university, or college
• Music major or minor is not required

Essay Question

• Give a brief synopsis of your involvement in school and community music and/or theater activities.
  What are your dreams for using your talent in music 10 years from now? Tell us how you plan to continue to develop your interest and talent. (Max 500 words)

   

To Apply

• Complete the online application form at https://gipsfoundation.org/programs/scholarships/

Deadline

• See scholarship application deadlines at https://gipsfoundation.org/programs/scholarships/

Selection Procedure

• Applications will be reviewed by a scholarship selection committee appointed by the Grand Island Public Schools Foundation.

Terms of Payment

• The scholarship will be paid through the GIPS Foundation to appropriate educational institution per scholarship eligibility defined above. Scholarships larger than $500 will be split into equal semester payments.

Claim Scholarship

• The student must provide proof of enrollment (class schedule) and student ID number to the GIPS Foundation for scholarship distribution. Proof of enrollment is needed for each semester covered by scholarship terms. Send proof of enrollment to Kari Price via email to kprice@gips.org, in person at GIPS Administration Building (123 South Webb Road) or via mail to PO Box 4904, Grand Island, NE 68802.