Robert C. Saffold Scholarship Information
The Robert C. Saffold Scholarship Fund was established by Florida Non-Profit Housing, Inc. (FNPH) in memory of Robert C. Saffold, who was instrumental in assisting youth to proceed with their post-secondary education that would be beyond their capacity to reach due to their low-income status. The Fund will accomplish its purpose by providing financial assistance with the expenses of higher training and/or college education to those who otherwise could not attend college or vocational training. An award, of $2,000.00 will be given per student, with a maximum of three (3) students selected. This Scholarship is administered under guidelines established by the FNPH Board of Directors.
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Eligiblity
The Robert C. Saffold Scholarship Fund us available to individuals who are:
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Students at Avon Park High School, Lake Placid High School and Sebring High School.
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Have a high school diploma or GED / GPA pf 2.0 or higher.
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Scholarship recipients will be selected from these groups based on good work habits and the potential for vocational training and/or college level achievement.
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Application Instructions
Please complete the application form to apply for the Robert C. Saffold Scholarship Fund and submit to the address listed below. Applications will be reviewed once a year.
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Requirements
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Interview at least three (3) people that knew Robert Saffold's work/community involvement. Identify each interviewee and describe what you learned.
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Demonstration of good work and study habits.
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Acceptance by or current enrollment at a post-secondary Scholarship institution (Community College, Vocational School, College or University.)
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Provide transcript that shows your GPA.
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We look forward to receiving your application. Applications are due by March 8, 2026. Submit to:
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Florida Non-Profit Housing, Inc.
ATTENTION: Steven Brown
P.O. Box 1987
Sebring, Florida 33871-1987
sbrown@fnph,org
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