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 by eliminating any financial barriers they may have in their pursuit of post-secondary education.
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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 include the Application form (below). Expression of interest, please tell us about yourself, your career goals, and why you would like to be considered for this scholarship. You can do this through a 500-word letter OR a 2-3 min video. A copy of your acceptance letter from the school you will be attending. Two (2) letters of reference – they can be from your Big, your caseworker, a teacher, an employer, etc., but cannot be from a family member or friend. A copy of your High School Transcript (Grades). If you have completed or are currently completing a post-secondary school program please submit your full transcript for all the course completed up to this date.
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Please also submit a completed Scholarship Confidentially form online. If you are applying from a BBBS agency outside of London please include your BBBS agency's information as one of the contacts: https://london.bigbrothersbigsisters.ca/scholarship-confidentiality/
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Documents can be uploaded below in the application form or emailed to Sarah at sarah.mask@bigbrothersbigsisters.ca
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Applications are due by April 30, 2025

Application Form

1. PERSONAL INFORMATION
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2. EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND
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3. CAREER GOALS
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4. INVOLVEMENT WITH BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS
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Have you been a Fred J. Watkins sponsorship recipient in the past?(Required)
5. FAMILY INFORMATION
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Name of Parent/Guardian
Address
Name of Parent/Guardian (if applicable)
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Do you currently have any other family members that reside in the same home that are attending post-secondary school?
6. FINANCIAL INFORMATION
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Your family's annual income
7. Your Anticipated Expenses. Please include the amount and explanation if applicable. If zero please indicate.
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Residence/Accommodations for next school year(Required)
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Please attach all additional required documents below. Documents can also be emailed to Sarah at sarah.mask@bigbrothersbigsisters.ca.
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            Please ensure you have completed all sections to the best of your ability. Incomplete application will not be considered. Please email Sarah at sarah.mask@bigbrothersbigsisters.ca if you have any questions or concerns.
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