Willis E Kelly Scholarship Fund

Willis Kelly Scholarship Fund

The Willis E. Kelly Music Scholarship is for students who are residents of Geauga County for a minimum of two years and attended school (at any grade level) for a minimum of two years at a Geauga County school. Must be attending an accredited 2- or 4-year college/university and provide evidence of commitment to the pursuit of a musical education. Must demonstrate financial need, have significant leadership potential, and willingness to contribute time and talent to the community. Minimum GPA is 2.0.

Qualifications:

Applicant must:
– Be a resident of Geauga County for a minimum of two years and attended school (at any grade level) for a minimum of two years at a Geauga County school

– Be attending an accredited 2- or 4-year college/university

– Show evidence of commitment to the pursuit of a musical education

– Demonstrate financial need

– Show evidence of significant leadership potential and willingness to contribute time and talent to the community

– Have a minimum GPA of 2.0

SELECTION CRITERIA: Qualified candidates will be judged on the following:
– Academic Achievement
– Evidence of involvement in community and/or school based activities and service
– Commitment to the pursuit of higher education with a major in music

DOCUMENTATION:
– Willis E Kelly Scholarship Application completed and signed.
– Copy of your SAI from filing FAFSA 25.
– Copy of your high school transcript.
– Letter of recommendation from teacher, counselor, or non-relative
-Essay

DEADLINE: The application and all documents must be received in our office not later than Friday, March 28, 2025. Incomplete or late applications will not be considered.  

Lake/Geauga Educational Assistance Foundation (LEAF) administers this scholarship. LEAF representatives, not associated with the Willis E. Kelly Music Scholarship, will select the recipient(s) to ensure objectivity and confidentiality. All applicants are notified by email. The selection process may take several weeks.

 
QUESTIONS: Email admin@leaf-ohio.org or call 440.525.7095.

Award Amount:
$1,000

Deadline:
March 28, 2025