- Female Veterans Network -

Scholarship Guidelines & Checklist

AWARD OBJECTIVE AND GUIDELINES:  In 2022 the Female Veterans Network (FVN) is pleased to offer a $500 scholarship to Citrus County High School graduating Senior JROTC women. Each of the three High Schools in Citrus County (Citrus High School, Crystal River High School and Lecanto High School) will be eligible to receive one scholarship. Applicants must meet the following criteria:

  • Citizen of the United States
  • Florida resident
  • Female
  • Member of the JROTC program
  • Able to provide proof of acceptance in College/University or Trade/Technical School
  • Achieved excellent scholastic standing (3.0 minimum GPA)
  • Participated in notable extracurricular activities and provided significant community service

Note: Applicant’s financial need will be a consideration.

REQUIREMENTS: Use this checklist to ensure you have enclosed all necessary information. Please provide one copy of the following:

  • Application Form. Complete all questions and requests for signature.
  • Copy of applicant’s letter of acceptance from College/University or Trade/Technical School.
  • Essay/Letter from applicant to the Scholarship Committee (2-page limit) setting forth applicant’s course of study and career objectives, and stating her educational and career plans.
  • List of high school and community extra-curricular activities, honors received, scholastic achievements and other significant accomplishments.
  • Two letters of recommendation, none from any relative. Suggest letter from teacher, minister or employer.
  • An official high school transcript indicating current GPA.

NOTE: All applications and supporting documents will become the property of FVN

DEADLINE: The Application packet must be received by the Secretary for the Scholarship Committee by March 1, 2022 via email at FVNScholarship@gmail.com. 

Applicants may contact the following for questions or assistance in submitting an application:

Cindy Johnson at 352-634-4364

Nancy Sigmon at 304-638-7617

Carol Phillips at 52-628-9427

Mary West at 352-249-7767  

The scholarship recipient and high school will be notified April 2022. The award check will be transmitted to the financial aid office of the school where the recipient has been accepted, and designated for deposit to the student’s account. Recipient’s attendance at the Female Veterans Network General Meeting on April 15, 2022 at Citrus Resource Center Lecanto VA Clinic Bldg is requested for publicity purposes.

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