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The Scholar Portal 
Class of 2029/Began 2025
 

Required Documents Due June 30th.

  • Documents received after this date may result in partial or no funding.

  • You must be logged into a Google (Gmail) account to upload files and submit this form.

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Class of 2029/Began 2025 - Required documents 

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  • All documents must be uploaded as individual PDF files.

  • Naming Convention: Use the format LastName_FirstName_Year_DocumentTitle.pdf

  • The "Year" Rule: Use the year you first entered college and received the Simple Gifts Scholarship. Continue using this entry year until you graduate, even if your expected graduation date changes.​

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How to Upload:

  1. Prepare items 1–10 using the naming convention above.

  2. Upload these items using the link provided below after item 10.

  3. Note: Your Fall 2026 Billing Statement must be uploaded separately via the specific link at the very bottom of this page. You are required to email the Margaret Turlington at coordinator@simplegiftsfund.org the SAME DAY you upload your billing statement!

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Required Documents to Upload Separately - All documents due June 30th

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1. Scholarship Continuation Package Form - Due June 30th​

  • Click here to access and download the Scholarship Certification Form

  • File Naming Convention: LastName_FirstName_Year_ContinuationForm.pdf

  • (e.g., Smith_John_2025_2026ContinuationPackageForm.pdf)

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2. Continuation Information Form - Due June 30th

  • Click here to access and download the Continuation Information Form

  • File Naming Convention: LastName_FirstName_Year_ContinuationForm.pdf

  • (e.g., Smith_John_2025_2026ContinuationInformationForm.pdf)

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​3. Scholarship Certification & Verification Form - Due June 30th​

  • Click here to access and download the Scholarship Certification & Verification Form Here

  • File Naming Convention: LastName_FirstName_Year_CertificationForm.pdf

  • (e.g., Smith_John_2025_2026CertificationForm.pdf)​​

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4. College Transcript - Due June 30th

  • Upload a PDF of your College Transcript showing Fall 2025 & Spring 2026 grades

  • File Naming Convention: LastName_FirstName_Year_2526Transcript.pdf

  • (e.g., Smith_John_2025_2526Transcript.pdf)

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5. 2025 - 2026 FAFSA Submission Summary & SAI - Due June 30th

  • Upload a PDF of your FAFSA Submission Summary & Student Aid Index(SAI)

  • File Naming Convention: LastName_FirstName_Year_2526FAFSASummary.pdf

  • (e.g., Smith_John_2025_2526FAFSASummary.pdf)​​​​

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6. Level All Module - Due June 30th

  • Click here to access the Level All Module

  • Click here to access the Level All Quiz

  • Complete the Level All module and download or take a screenshot of your scores

  • Save the file or screenshot as a PDF to upload

  • File Naming Convention: LastName_FirstName_Year_LevelAllScores2026.pdf

  • (e.g., Smith_John_2025_2026LevelAllScores.pdf)​​​

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7. PDF of your Update Resume - Due June 30th

  • Upload a PDF copy of your Updated Resume

  • File Naming Convention: LastName_FirstName_Year_2026Resume.pdf

  • (e.g., Smith_John_2025_2026Resume.pdf)​​​

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8. Standard Cost of Attendance at University - Due June 30th

  • Upload a PDF of the Standard Cost of Attendance(COA) at your University

  • File Naming Convention: LastName_FirstName_Year_2026COA.pdf

  • (e.g., Smith_John_2025_2026COA.pdf)​​​​

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9. Handwritten Thank You Note to The Simple Gifts Trustees - Due June 30th

  • Upload a PDF of the a handwritten note to the Simple Gifts Trustees

  • File Naming Convention: LastName_FirstName_Year_2026HandwrittenNote.pdf

  • (e.g., Smith_John_2025_2026HandwrittenNote.pdf)

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10. Current Year Scholarships and Grants from University or Outside Sources

  • Upload a single PDF of all current scholarships and grants from your university or outside sources. If you do not have additional awards, you may omit item 10.

  • File Naming Convention: LastName_FirstName_Year_2026ScholarshipGrants.pdf

  • (e.g., Smith_John_2025_2026ScholarshipsGrants.pdf)

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Please use the link below to upload items 1–10. Each item must be saved as an individual PDF and named according to the naming convention. Please ensure all 10 files are ready before beginning, as they must be uploaded in a single session.

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11. PDF Copy of your Fall 2026 Billing Statement - Due June 30th

  • Upload a PDF of your Fall 2026 Billing Statement

  • File Naming Convention: LastName_FirstName_Year_Fall2026BillingStatement.pdf

  • (e.g., Smith_John_2025_Fall2026BillingStatement.pdf)

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You will upload your fall 2026 billing statement as soon as you receive it. No request for payment will be processed unless items1-10 have been uploaded and you have also uploaded your Fall 2026 Billing Statement. Important: You are required to email Margaret Turlington at coordinator@simplegiftsfund.org the SAME DAY you upload your billing statement!

Did you email the Scholarship Coordinator when you uploaded your Billing Statement? Do it now!

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