The CAPital Investment College Scholarship Program provides high school seniors an opportunity for substantial funding for college scholarships and related expenses such as room, board, books, and supplies. Applications are currently being accepted for the 2010-2011 school year.

All candidates must meet the following criteria:
     • Jefferson County resident
     • Household gross income not to exceed 200% of federal poverty guidelines
     • Cumulative GPA of at least 3.5 for $10,000 scholarship
     • Cumulative GPA of at least 3.0 for $5,000 scholarships
     • Currently enrolled in 12th grade
     • Enrolling in college for the Fall 2010 semester
     • Ability to donate 40 hours of volunteer service to CAP by no later than June 30, 2011
     • Candidates may be contacted for personal interview

The following items and documents must be submitted with your application for consideration and approval for a scholarship:
     • Scholarship application
     • Proof of gross income and household size
     • A copy of the household’s proof of income for the previous month
     • Copies of social security cards for all household members
     • Copy of current report card with cumulative GPA
     • Letters of recommendation from counselor and parent/guardian
     • 1,000-word typed essay: Name the greatest challenge your generation will face.  List your ideas for dealing with that challenge
     • List of community involvement and/or extracurricular activities
     • College acceptance letter, if available

Please click here to download the CAPital Investement Scholarship application and informational packet. Applications and supporting documentation are due by the close of business day on April 9, 2010 to Community Action Partnership; Attn: Elizabeth Daniels; 810 Barret Avenue, Room 237; Louisville, KY 40204. Please contact Elizabeth Daniels at (502) 574-5250 with any questions.