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How much must I donate to establish a designated
scholarship?
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A
minimum donation of $5000 is required to establish a
basic scholarship award of approximately $250. |
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May I add value
to the scholarship after it's established?
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Yes,
donations may be made to a designated scholarship or
the general scholarship fund at any time. Donors may
send their donations to:
Chelmsford
High School Alumni Association
200 Richardson Rd
Chelmsford, MA 01863
Checks
shall be made out to "CHSAA Endowment Fund". Be sure
to note which scholarship you wish to support with your
contribution. |
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How can I be assured
that the scholarship will be awarded to a worthy student?
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The
CHSAA Board of Directors appoints a scholarship committee
composed of seven alumni association members. Two of
these committee members are also members of the CHSAA
Board. This committee follows established guidelines
and scholarship criteria to determine award recipients..
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When are the scholarships
given to students?
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Awards
are presented to the recipients at a public awards night
ceremony at Chelmsford High School in the Spring. All
donors are invited and encouraged to attend..
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What is the average
scholarship award?
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Awards
will vary depending upon several factors. For example:
1. The principal
amount of the scholarship.
2. The interest accrued during the previous year.
3. Established criteria of the particular scholarship.
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Will my scholarship
award always be the same amount?
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A
minimum donation of $5000 is required to establish a
basic scholarship award of approximately $250.
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Do I need to be
involved with the selection process for the scholarship
winner?
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No,
the only requirement beyond the initial donation of the
scholarship principal and the naming of a designated
scholarship for a donor, is the establishing of the award
criteria in conjunction with the CHSAA Board of Directors.
All awards will be determined by the scholarship committee
as appointed by the CHSAA Board of Directors.
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Will I be told
who won my scholarship?
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Yes,
you will receive a letter prior to the annual awards
night ceremony informing you about the recipient and
inviting you to attend the ceremony.
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Will the recipient
of my scholarship understand its origin?
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Yes,
each scholarship recipient receives a one page biographical
sketch of the scholarship honoree.
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