Dream Fund

The Dream Fund was established to raise money for philanthropy initiatives aimed at giving back to the community, including the Inspiration Field Education Scholarship.

2023-2024 Scholarship Winners:

Inspiration Field Education Scholarship: Cora Frausto, Julian Gutierrez, and Haken Maggart
M. Toddy McIntyre Scholarship: Ray Mungarary and JaSanna Butler

The Inspiration Field Education Scholarship is designed to encourage further education and raise awareness of intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Scholarship Award

Scholarships are available to students pursuing higher education at an accredited university, college, or trade school. These scholarships help cover expenses related to obtaining an Associate’s degree, Bachelor's degree, or trade certificate.

A maximum of three scholarships, each valued at $500, will be awarded for the 2024-2025 school year.

Eligibility Requirements

Must intend to attend an accredited college, university, or trade school of choice.
Must be a U.S. citizen or naturalized citizen.
Must complete the scholarship application.
Must graduate high school with a GPA between 2.0 and 3.49 on a 4.0 scale.
Must provide high school transcripts.
Must submit two letters of recommendation (include contact numbers for verification).
Must attend a high school in the lower Arkansas Valley, including, but not limited to, La Junta, Swink, Rocky Ford, Manzanola, Fowler, Ordway, Cheraw, McClave, or Las Animas.
Must be available for an in-person interview if selected as a finalist.
Any false or inaccurate information will automatically disqualify the applicant.

Payment

Scholarships will be paid directly to the accredited institution upon proof of registration. Funds will only be applied to tuition, books, room and board, and course-related materials/supplies.

Application Deadline

February 28, 2025

If you're not interested in applying for the scholarship but are looking for employment opportunities, please visit our Careers page.

For more information or questions, contact Brittany Baylor at 719-384-8741, ext. 151.

Section 1: Personal Information

First Name *

Last Name *

Country *

ZIP / Postal Code *

City *

State / Province / Region *

Street Address *

Phone Number *

Date of Birth

High School Name

Counselor First Name

Counselor Last Name

Counselor Email Address

Are you currently an American Citizen?

YesNo

Resident Alien status does NOT qualify, applicant must be a citizen on the date application was signed. If you were not born an American Citizen, but are a Naturalized American Citizen, give date, place (office or Court) & Naturalization Number.

Date

Place (Court or Office and State or County)

Number

Section 2: Application Details

1. Are you, a parent, or court appointed guardian currently employed at InspirationField?

YesNo

If YES, please list dates of employment

Parent or guardian's name

2. Have you ever volunteered your services to InspirationField?

YesNo

If YES, please list dates of service

If NO, and you are interested in volunteering, please contact Caitlin at: (719) 384-8741, ext. 102.

3. List Past Work Experience

Employer

Dates of Employment

Job Title

Duties & Responsibilities

4. Describe your educational plans for the fall of 2024 and beyond, including which school you plan to attend and how those plans relate to your career and personal goals: (Limit 500 words)

5. Why do you want this scholarship from InspirationField: (Limit 500 words)

6. Describe your knowledge about intellectual and developmental disabilities: (Limit 500 words)

7. List school projects or classes that you have participated in or taken related to your field of study: (Limit 500 words)

8. Describe your interests/hobbies, extracurricular activities, volunteer and community service, church involvement, etc.: (Limit 500 words)

Applicant's First and Last Name

Date

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Please attach two (2) letters of recommendation and high school transcript(s).

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