2024 Scholarship Application

[ Minimum Eligibility Requirement – 3.0 GPA ]

The Dr. Prem Reddy Family Foundation Scholarship Program rewards students who have achieved academic excellence while being involved in school and community services. This program is open to all High Desert residents enrolled in an accredited program leading to a healthcare or medical-related career. Applicants must meet all requirements as listed in the scholarship application. If you are a recent high school graduate, you must provide proof of college acceptance or proof of intention. Scholarship recipients may be given a 30-day grace period to provide an acceptance letter or proof of intention if one is not available at the time of submission. The Dr. Prem Reddy Family Foundation has awarded over $1.5 million to qualified students since 1989.

Thank you for your interest in our scholarship program. Good luck!

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SUBMISSION DEADLINE: Submit your application and all supporting documents by Friday, April 19, 2024.

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PERSONAL INFORMATION

First Name

Middle Name

Last Name

Date of Birth

Mobile Number

Mobile

Address Line 1

Address Line 2

City

State

Zip Code

ACADEMIC INFORMATION

Academic Major

Career Goal

High School or College Attending

Fall 2023 GPA

Winter 2023 GPA

College Accepted or Attending

College Address

Address Line 1

Address Line 2

City

State

Zip Code

Mailing Address of College

Address Line 1

Address Line 2

City

State

Zip code

Funds will be mailed to the academic institution and earmarked for the student. At no time will any funds be provided directly to the student.

COMMUNITY SERVICE AND/OR EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES

Location and Type of Work

Supervisor/Director Name

Phone

Permission to Contact

Permission to Contact1

Yes

Name of Contact

Number of Hours

Dates

Add 1 More

Add More

Location and Type of Work

Supervisor/Director Name

Phone

Permission to Contact

Permission to Contact2

Yes

Name of Contact

Number of Hours

Dates

AddMore2

Add More

Location and Type of Work

Supervisor/Director Name

Phone

Permission to Contact

Permission to Contact3

Yes

Name of Contact

Number of Hours

Dates

Have you ever volunteered at Desert Valley Hospital/Desert Valley Medical Group?

Yes

Are you an employee at Desert Valley Hospital/Desert Valley Medical Group?

Yes

If YES for any of the above, please include service detail letter from the department manager/director.

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REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

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Please attach the following documents to be considered:

200 words or less - Your Biography: This bio should include your unique background, financial hardship, and accomplishments. If you are a college student, please add your degree and institution and briefly describe your field of study. Please describe any clubs in which you participate or relevant honors that you have been awarded; work experiences; leadership experiences, and community outreach you have performed. Please also describe your expected career path.

File types accepted: PDF, JPG, PNG, DOC, DOCX

200 words or less - Your Biography: This bio should include your unique background, financial hardship, and accomplishments. If you are a college student, please add your degree and institution and briefly describe your field of study. Please describe any clubs in which you participate or relevant honors which you have been awarded; work experiences; leadership experiences, and community outreach you have performed. Please also describe your expected career path.

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1,000 words or less - Your Personal Essay: Share your personal story in a captivating way. This essay should also include your educational plans and career goals. Include why you believe you deserve this scholarship. Paint a picture of your beginnings, your inspiration, your perseverance. Let your personality and life experiences shine through which gives you the opportunity to stand out from other applicants.

File types accepted: PDF, JPG, PNG, DOC, DOCX

1,000 words or less - Your Personal Essay: Share your personal story in a captivating way. This essay should also include your educational plans and career goals. Include why you believe you deserve this scholarship. Paint a picture of your beginnings, your inspiration, your perseverance. Let your personality and life experiences shine through which gives you the opportunity to stand out from other applicants.

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One reference letter from someone in the field of your major, i.e, an instructor. File types accepted: PDF, JPG, PNG

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Copy of most recent IRS tax return (Form 1040, page 1 and 2). File types accepted: PDF, JPG, PNG

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Most recent high school/college transcript (Fall 2023, Winter 2023). File types accepted: PDF, JPG, PNG

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A current, high-quality photo with a solid background. Cell phone photo will be accepted. File types accepted: JPG, PNG. Examples:

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2-3 personal quotes of inspiration, not from famous individuals

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Examples:

“I am inspired to care for those who are sick because of the memorable experiences I had with the nurses who also tended to me when I struggled with my own medical conditions.”
“I have ambitions of helping to bring hope and education to those who are underserved by making sure that mental healthcare is no longer shameful.”
"I am drawn to nursing because of my desire to care and to serve."

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All information submitted in this application is true and complete. If requested, I will provide additional information. Failure to provide additional requested documents may delay or result in my disqualification. I also understand that:

My application must be filled out completely
My application will be kept confidential
Written notifications are sent in May 2024 to all who submitted a complete scholarship application, whether they are awarded a scholarship or not

authorization check

I authorize the Dr. Prem Reddy Family Foundation to use my photo and personal quote for the printed awards program and video presentation.

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Dr. Prem Reddy Family Foundation
16850 Bear Valley Road, Suite 200
Victorville, CA 92395

Phone: 760-381-8913
Email: scholarships@reddyfamilyfoundation.org