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<style> body { font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 0; padding: 0 20px; background-color: #f9f9f9; color: #333; } header { background-color: #00457c; color: #fff; padding: 30px 20px; text-align: center; } h1 { margin: 0; font-size: 2.2em; } main { max-width: 800px; margin: 30px auto; background-color: #fff; padding: 25px; box-shadow: 0 0 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.1); } h2 { color: #00457c; margin-top: 1.5em; } ul { margin-left: 20px; } a { color: #00457c; text-decoration: none; } a:hover { text-decoration: underline; } .button { display: inline-block; background-color: #00457c; color: #fff; padding: 10px 20px; margin-top: 20px; border-radius: 4px; text-decoration: none; } </style> <header> <h1>Kenosha Community Foundation Cropley Scholarship</h1> </header> <main> <section> <h2>Overview</h2> <p>The Cropley Scholarship is a flagship award of the Kenosha Community Foundation (KCF). Established to honor the legacy of longtime supporter and philanthropist, <strong>John D. Cropley</strong>, the scholarship provides financial assistance to highschool seniors who plan to pursue a postsecondary education in the Kenosha area. Each year, a select group of students receives a grant that can be applied toward tuition, books, fees, or other qualified expenses.</p> </section> <section> <h2>Who Can Apply?</h2> <p>Eligibility is intentionally broad to reflect the Foundations commitment to equity and community development. Applicants must:</p> <ul> <li>Be a resident of Kenosha County or attend a Kenoshabased high school.</li> <li>Have graduated or be scheduled to graduate from high school in the current academic year.</li> <li>Demonstrate a clear plan for postsecondary educationwhether at a college, university, trade school, or community college.</li> <li>Show financial need, as determined by the FAFSA or a similar financialaid assessment.</li> <li>Exhibit community involvement, leadership, or a commitment to service.</li> </ul> <p>There is no GPA cutoff, but a strong academic record can strengthen an application.</p> </section> <section> <h2>Application Process</h2> <p>The application window opens each spring and closes in early summer. Follow these steps to submit a complete packet:</p> <ol> <li><strong>Online Registration:</strong> Create an account on the KCF scholarship portal.</li> <li><strong>Personal Statement:</strong> Write a 500word essay describing your educational goals, why you deserve the Cropley Scholarship, and how you plan to give back to the Kenosha community.</li> <li><strong>Letters of Recommendation:</strong> Provide two lettersone from a teacher or counselor and another from a community leader, employer, or coach.</li> <li><strong>Academic Records:</strong> Upload official transcripts or a copy of your senior report card.</li> <li><strong>Financial Documentation:</strong> Submit the most recent FAFSA or a detailed household income statement.</li> <li><strong>Optional Portfolio:</strong> If applying for a creative or technical program, include a brief portfolio or project summary.</li> </ol> <p>All materials must be uploaded via the portal; paper submissions are not accepted.</p> </section> <section> <h2>Selection Criteria</h2> <p>The Cropley Scholarship Committee evaluates applications on four main pillars:</p> <ul> <li><strong>Academic Potential:</strong> Evidence of readiness for collegelevel work.</li> <li><strong>Financial Need:</strong> Demonstrated ability to benefit from monetary assistance.</li> <li><strong>Community Impact:</strong> Past and future contributions to Kenosha.</li> <li><strong>Personal Vision:</strong> Clarity of career goals and how education will help achieve them.</li> </ul> <p>Final decisions are announced in late August, and award letters are emailed directly to recipients.</p> </section> <section> <h2>What the Scholarship Covers</h2> <p>The Cropley Scholarship is a grantnot a loanso the award does not need to be repaid. Funds can be used for:</p> <ul> <li>Tuition and mandatory fees</li> <li>Books, supplies, and lab equipment</li> <li>Transportation to campus</li> <li>Living expenses (if the student is living away from home)</li> </ul> <p>Each recipient may receive up to <strong>$5,000 per academic year</strong>, with the possibility of renewal for a second year based on academic progress.</p> </section> <section> <h2>Alumni Success Stories</h2> <p>Since its inception in 2008, the Cropley Scholarship has helped more than 200 students graduate from institutions ranging from fouryear universities to specialized trade schools. Some highlights:</p> <ul> <li><strong>Maria Torres 21</strong> Earned a Bachelor of Science in Nursing at the University of WisconsinMilwaukee and now works at St. Josephs Hospital in Kenosha.</li> <li><strong>Jordan Lee 22</strong> Received an Associates Degree in Automotive Technology from Kenosha Technical College and operates his own repair shop.</li> <li><strong>Emily Patel 23</strong> Completed a Masters in Public Policy at the University of Chicago; she now serves on the city councils youth advisory board.</li> </ul> <p>These stories illustrate how the scholarship not only eases financial pressure but also encourages recipients to become leaders in their community.</p> </section> <section> <h2>How to Support the Cropley Scholarship</h2> <p>Donations to the Cropley Scholarship Fund keep the award sustainable. Contributions can be made by:</p> <ul> <li>Individual donors through the KCF online giving portal.</li> <li>Local businesses sponsoring a specific award or matching donations.</li> <li>Alumni who wish to give back to future scholars.</li> </ul> <p>All gifts are taxdeductible and directly increase the number of scholarships available each year.</p> </section> <section> <h2>Contact Information</h2> <p>For questions about eligibility, application deadlines, or donation options, please reach out to the scholarship team:</p> <p> <strong>Email:</strong> <a href="mailto:scholarships@kenoshacf.org">scholarships@kenoshacf.org</a><br> <strong>Phone:</strong> (262) 5550198<br> <strong>Mailing Address:</strong> Kenosha Community Foundation, 1010 W. Capitol Ave., Suite 200, Kenosha, WI 53140 </p> <a class="button" href="https://kenoshacf.org/cropley-scholarship">Apply Now</a> </section> </main>