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What are the Lightfoot Foundation’s scholarship requirements? The Lightfoot Foundation requires you to have a 2.5 cumulative GPA when planning on enrolling at an accredited 4 –year school, and a 2.0 cumulative GPA when planning on enrolling at an accredited 2-year school or a vo-tech school. Applicant must reside in the Treasure Valley area (see list of specific cities here) and their household gross income must not exceed over $75,000 a year. Applicant must also submit a complete scholarship application package by our application due date .

Can more than one household family member apply for a Lightfoot Foundation scholarship? Yes. Siblings are eligible to apply for a Lightfoot Foundation scholarship.

How long is an applicant required to live in the Treasure Valley area before they can apply for a scholarship?  One year minimum.

Do we require the applicants to attend a school in the Treasure Valley area? No. Applicant can attend school anywhere he or she chooses, as long as the school is an accredited school.

Is the scholarship amount renewable? No, each year you are required to submit a new application. Your application will be reviewed and a scholarship amount will be awarded on the basis of your application. Scholarship amounts are determined on applicants cumulative GPA, essay, extra curricular activities, household gross income, letters of recommendation, and overall financial need.

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