2025 Scholarship Application

PURPOSE   

The Paul Demshar “Pay It Forward” Scholarship was established in 2014 in honor of Mr. Demshar who was always looking to help others. The mission of the scholarship is to provide financial assistance to an individual enrolled for undergraduate study in a community college, trade school, college or university that has showed the willingness to help others and pay it forward.

SCHOLARSHIP AWARDS

This scholarship is a one-time award in the amount of $2,000. The scholarship pays funds directly to the recipient’sschool.

Areas that are reviewed by the committee include but are not limited to the following: Academic Accomplishments, Community Service, References, Personal Essay and Financial Need.

APPLICATION PROCESS

NEW SCHOLARSHIP APPLICANTS MUST PROVIDE:

• Completed application form.

• Official high school transcript in a sealed envelope from their school.

• Two academic references from a guidance counselor or teacher.

• A letter reference from an employer or other community member.

• Proof of acceptance to an academic, vocational or technical school for post-secondary studies.

CRITERIA

• Applicants must be a citizen or legal permanent resident of the United States.

• Applicants must have permanent residence status in Ashtabula County, Ohio.

• Applicants must be completing or have completed high school successfully with a minimum GPA of 2.5 on a

  4.0 scale.

• Applicants must be accepted as a full-time student at a college, university, or trade school program for the

  upcoming academic semester.

• Applicants must demonstrate a need for financial assistance.

• Preference will be given to applicants who have participated in community service programs.

• Student must complete the 2023-2024 Federal Student Aid Application (FAFSA). Type or print legibly.

• Applicants must complete and submit a Scholarship Application by April 11, 2025.