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CHIAN CULTURAL AND EDUCATIONAL FUND, INC
THE CHIAN FEDERATION SCHOLARSHIP FUND
DESCRIPTION AND INSTRUCTIONS
BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE:
The Chian Federation Scholarship Foundation, one of the Federation’s hallmark initiatives, supports education and the preservation of our Greek heritage and culture, by instilling pride and cultivating individuals who will give back to our community. The scholarship is supported by the generosity ofour dedicated members and friends.
The Chian Federation Scholarship awards funds to students of Greek descent, as well as non-Greek students of Greek and Modern Greek Studies; as well as grants for academic research and publications under the guidelines set by the Chian Federation Scholarship Foundation.
Eligible candidates must demonstrate academic merit, and be in good standing in their current academic institutions and in their communities.
The Chian Federation Scholarship Fund provides financial assistance to:
* All scholarships must be compliant with IRS tax laws for scholarships. Our first and foremost goal is to preserve the tax deductibility of our donors whole donation. Therefore, we reserve the right to add requirements at anytime to protect the scholarship as necessary. This will particularly effect all foreign students applying to colleges abroad who will need to qualify not only themselves, but help us qualify the institution they will be attending as well. Therefore, it will be necessary to contact the office and inquire what additional information will be necessary prior to applying.
AWARDS**:
Funds will be awarded on an annual basis and will be submitted directly to the applicant’s academic institution for tuition relief.
Three to five scholarships will be awarded annually.
Each scholarship amount will range from $1,000 to $5,000.
**The number of scholarships awarded and the amount available to be awarded may vary from year to year.
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA:
The Chian Federation Scholarships are awarded based on academic merit. In order to be considered for this scholarship, applicants must:
AWARD CONDITIONS:
TIMELINE:
For additional information, please contact the Chian Federation office at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or 718-204-2550.
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CHIAN CULTURAL AND EDUCATIONAL FUND, INC.
THE CHIAN FEDERATION SCHOLARSHIP FUND
APPLICATION
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
PERSONAL INFORMATION
Last name_________________________________ First name_______________________
Date of birth ________________ E-mail address ___________________________________
Address______________________________________________Apt. no. ______________
City___________________State____________ Zip code _______ Country: _____________
Day phone (______) ___________________Cell phone (______) _____________________
(over)
CHIAN ANCENSTRY INFORMATION
List first and last name (or names), relationship to you, and village/town they came from, of family member(s) who are from Chios:
Please check one of the following:
Institution Name: ______________________________________________________
Institution (Full) Address: _______________________________________________
Name of Degree: ______________________________________________________
(Please indicate full name of degree, i.e. AA or BA in….,or MS in….)
First Semester of Study: ___________________________________
(Please indicate month and year)
Institution Name: _____________________________________________________
Institution (Full) Address: ________________________________________________
Name of Degree: ____________________________________________________
(Please indicate full name of degree, i.e. AA or BA in…., or MS in….)
Number of Credits Earned To-date __________Cumulative GPA ________
Expected Graduation Date: _________________________________
(Please indicate month and year)
Finalists must be available to participate in an interview with the Chian Federation Scholarship Committee, upon request.
___________________________________________________________________________
I certify that the information provided in this application is true and accurate.
______________________________ ________________
Applicant Signature Date
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CHIAN CULTURAL AND EDUCATIONAL FUND, INC.
THE HELEN CHIOTES SCHOLARSHIP FUND OF THE CHIAN FEDERATION
DESCRIPTION AND INSTRUCTIONS
BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE:
The Helen Chiotes Scholarship Fund is generously funded by Ms. Helen Chiotes, an extensive philanthropist, and staunch advocate and supporter of major US/Hellenic and Orthodox causes; and recipient of the Chian Federation’s 38th Homeric Award.
The Chian Federation is grateful to Ms. Chiotes for this generous donation and pledges to honor the Chiotes name and family by selecting stellar individuals to benefit from this scholarship, who will also become great members of our community and emulate Ms. Chiotes example of charity and caring.
The Helen Chiotes Scholarship Fund provides financial assistance to students of Chian descent who are,
Eligible candidates must demonstrate both financial need and academic merit, and be in good standing in their current academic institutions and in their communities.
Applications for funds should be on a semester basis.
* All scholarships must be compliant with IRS tax laws for scholarships. Our first and foremost goal is to preserve the tax deductibility of our donors whole donation. Therefore, we reserve the right to add requirements at anytime to protect the scholarship as necessary. This will particularly effect all foreign students applying to colleges abroad who will need to qualify not only themselves, but help us qualify the institution they will be attending as well. Therefore, it will be necessary to contact the office and inquire what additional information will be necessary prior to applying.
AWARDS**:
Funds will be awarded on an annual basis and will be submitted directly to the applicant’s academic institution for tuition relief.
Three to five scholarships will be awarded annually.
Each scholarship amount will range from $1,000 to $5,000.
**The number of scholarships awarded and the amount available to be awarded may vary from year to year.
AWARD CONDITIONS:
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
TIMELINE:
Applications must be submitted on time and be complete. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
For additional information, please contact the Chian Federation office
at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or 718-204-2550.
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APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
PERSONAL INFORMATION
Last name________________________________________Firstname_______________________
Date of birth ________________ E-mail address ___________________________________
Address_____________________________________________________ Apt. no. ______________
City______________________ State________________ Zip code _______ Country: _________
Day phone (______) ______________ Cell phone (______) ______________
ACADEMIC INFORMATION
Please check one of the following:
Institution Name: ________________________________________
Institution Address: ______________________________________
Name of Degree: ______________________________________________
(Please indicate full name of degree, i.e. BA in…., or MS in….)
First Semester of Study: ___________________________________
(Please indicate month and year)
Institution Name: ________________________________________
Institution Address: ______________________________________
Name of Degree: _______________________________________________
(Please indicate full name of degree, i.e. BA in…., or MS in….)
Number of Credits Earned To-date __________Cumulative GPA ______
Expected Graduation Date: ________________________
(Please indicate month and year)
Finalists must be available to participate in an interview with the Chian Federation Scholarship Committee, upon request.
I certify that the information provided in this application is true and accurate.
______________________________________________________________
Applicant Signature Date
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