Fred J. Watkins Scholarship Application - Returning Students - Big Brothers Big Sisters of London and Area

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The Fred J. Watkins Foundation Scholarship was established in 2021 by the late Fred Watkins who wanted to leave a legacy that would provide young people with the gift of a bright future. The scholarship provides encouragement and support to students in a mentoring program with Big Brothers Big Sisters primarily by eliminating any financial barriers they may have in their pursuit of post-secondary education.

Please be aware that scholarships are contingent upon the availability of funds and will be awarded annually. The scholarship may change or be discontinued at any time, as the donor advisors have the discretion to change or withdraw funding at their discretion. Assistance for students is only guaranteed on a yearly basis as students are required to reapply each year and must maintain academic standards.

Application Requirements: Please submit the following items no later than May 15, 2026. 1) Your winter semester marks from 2026. 2) You must be returning to school in the fall. 3) You must provide your thank you letter for donor advisor, Ralph. Documents can be uploaded below the application form.

Application Form

1. PERSONAL INFORMATION

Name(Required)

First Last

Date of Birth(Required)

Email(Required)

Phone(Required)

Address(Required)

Street Address Address Line 2 City State / Province / Region ZIP / Postal Code Country

3. CAREER GOALS

Post-secondary School(Required)

City(Required)

Field of study(Required)

Program Start Date(Required)

Estimated Graduation Date(Required)

If transitioning programs/course please share details of new course/program

Have you been a Fred J. Watkins sponsorship recipient in the past?(Required)

Yes

6. FINANCIAL INFORMATION Please include the dollar amount when applicable.

Your family's annual income(Required)

Under $35,000

$35,000 - $50,000

$50,001 - $75,000

$75,001 - $100,000

Over $100,000

Personal Savings (Approximate Amount)(Required)

Expected Summer Earnings (Approximate Amount)(Required)

Annual Family Support. If none, please state reason(Required)

Additional Scholarships and bursaries, if known. (Approximate Amount)(Required)

OSAP Approximate Amount (if applicable)

Other income (please specify)

Addition Details if needed

7. Your Anticipated Expenses (amount and explanation if applicable)

Estimated Tuition and Fees(Required)

Textbooks (Approximate Amount)(Required)

Residence/ Accomodations(Required)

School Residence

Rental (House/Apartment)

Living at Home

Other (Please Explain Below)

Additional Information if Applicable

Residence/Accommodations Cost (per month if rental)(Required)

Rentals please indicate which utilities you pay for in your lease (Ex. Hydro, Water, Gas, Internet)

Meal Plan/ Food Costs (Approximate Amount)(Required)

Laptop/Technology (If Applicable)

Other (please Specify)

Please attach all required documents below.

Thank you Letter to Ralph(Required)

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Max. file size: 30 MB.

Winter 2025 Final Grades(Required)

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Max. file size: 30 MB.

New School Acceptance Letter If Applicable

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Max. file size: 30 MB.

Additional Documentation

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Max. file size: 30 MB.

Applicants Signature(Required)

Date(Required)

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Fred J. Watkins Scholarship Application – Returning Students

Application Form