Tom Weiskopf Scholarship Proposal Criteria and Framework

Tom Weiskopf Scholarships are to be awarded to individuals (Age 18+) who work in Big Sky and who are looking to improve their lives through continuing their education through degrees or certifications. Proposals will be accepted year-round. 

The goal is to support individuals who work in Big Sky with scholarships to do the following:

• Build and develop a skill set
• Start a business in Big Sky
• Increase professional opportunities
• Improve the quality of one’s life 

Successful proposals will include: (2 page maximum)

• Name of the employer and the applicant’s contact information.
• An employer with endorsement from employee or employee with endorsement from the employer
• A detailed plan of how this educational opportunity will allow him or her to advance professionally in Big Sky
• Why is this educational opportunity important to you – how did you get here and where would you like to go?
• Length of the program, total cost, requested amount 
• An expectation is that the program is completed 

Scholarship Application Criteria:

To be considered, proposals must include the following attachments:

• Minimum 2 recommendation letters (professional and personal)
• Written Endorsement from employer (this can be the same as a professional recommendation)
• Documentation showing acceptance into the educational program

Proposals will be emailed as PDF attachments to hannah@spanishpeaksfoundation.org