Application Notes and Instructions
- Application Deadline: March 31, 2022.
- Submit one application per participant. The Scholarship Committee will determine which students will receive each scholarship.
- Utilize the checklist at the end of the application. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Email completed applications to our Director of Programming, Ron Castillo, at [email protected] or mail to:
First Tee – North Florida
ATTN: Ron Castillo
101 E Town Pl, Suite 100
St. Augustine, FL 32092
Scholarships
Karl G. Estes Scholarship
Up to a $20,000 scholarship awarded, with up to $5,000 per academic year renewable up to four consecutive academic years to an active participant that is in their senior year of high school.
Requirements Include:
- Minimum three years with First Tee – North Florida
- Minimum 3.0 GPA (4.0 scale)
- Birdie Level or above
- Minimum 40 Volunteer Hours with First Tee – North Florida
Earl "Chip" Trefry, Jr. Scholarship
Created in memory of Earl “Chip” Trefry, Jr. As Mr. Trefry was, the recipients are leaders in their community and have a strong character foundation. Up to $20,000 awarded, with up to $5,000 per year renewable for four consecutive academic years.
Requirements Include:
- High School Senior
- Minimum 3.0 GPA (4.0 scale)
- Birdie Level or above
- Minimum three (3) years with First Tee – North Florida
- Minimum 40 Volunteer Hours with First Tee – North Florida (may be served after scholarship is awarded)
Bill Carpenter Scholarship
Created in memory of Bill Carpenter, this is a competitive application that will be based on an applicant’s academic achievement, community involvement, and commitment to First Tee – North Florida. Scholarship recipients will receive a one-time $1,000 scholarship.
Requirements Include:
- High School Senior
- Minimum 2.5 GPA (4.0 scale)
- Successful completion of Birdie Certification Requirements
- Minimum three years with First Tee – North Florida
David Rimmer Scholarship
In memory of David Rimmer, this is a competitive application that will be based on an applicant’s academic achievement, community involvement, and commitment to First Tee – North Florida. The scholarship recipients will receive a one-time $1,000 scholarship.
Requirements Include:
- High School Senior
- Minimum 2.5 GPA (4.0 scale)
- Successful completion of Birdie Certification Requirements
- Minimum three years with First Tee – North Florida
- Accepted into an accredited college or university