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Scholarships

We will be accepting applications starting 2/8/2020 through 3/31/2020.

About the Mariah’s Challenge Scholarship Program

The Mariah’s Challenge Scholarship Program is a private non-profit program operated through the Mariah Daye McCarthy Scholarship Foundation and provides scholarships to Butte-Silver Bow high school seniors who epitomize the ideals of the Foundation. Mariah’s Challenge is dedicated to the prevention of underage drinking and promoting healthy adolescent lifestyles. The scholarships are based on the student’s adherence to the challenge as well as their character and community commitments. The program is not based on grades, financial need, or leadership/achievement.

Mariah’s Challenge provides the opportunity for applicants to earn a one-time, non-renewable scholarship in an amount determined by the organization. Scholarships are sent directly to the institution the student will attend. The funds may be used for tuition, books, fees, supplies, and room and board.

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Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible, applicants must:

Be a current graduating senior and a resident of Butte-Silver Bow County;
Be a full-time undergraduate student for an entire academic year at an accredited fouryear college, trade school, or vocational school;
Have accepted Mariah’s Challenge and must have refrained from drinking since taking the challenge. No applicant will be accepted that has a minor in possession or any other alcohol related offense after February 2, 2008 (the official launch date of Mariah’s Challenge);
Have refrained from the use of illegal drugs

Though it is not a requirement for the scholarship, we strongly encourage applicants to become involved with Mariah’s Challenge, TASC, TIP, Butte Cares, or any community service organization or activity that promotes healthy lifestyles and the betterment of Butte, Montana. Leo McCarthy, Jimm Kilmer, Chad Okrusch, and Jon Wick will interview all applicants.

Required Documentation

Completed application
A 500 word (or less) essay titled, “How Mariah’s Challenge Has Changed My Life”
Two (2) letters of recommendation from adult members of the Butte community–

Application
Applications are accepted starting February 8th through March 31st of each year.
Name*
First Last
Address*
Street Address Address Line 2 City State / Province / Region ZIP / Postal Code
Phone*
Email*
Date of Birth*
Month
Day
Year
High School*
College or School You Plan to Attend*
Intended Major*
Extra-curricular Activities*
Honors Received
A 500 word (or less) essay titled "How Mariah’s Challenge Has Changed My Life”*
Please attach as a PDF filed named as: "[your first name] [your last name] - How Mariah’s Challenge Has Changed My Life"
Max. file size: 128 MB.
Letter of Recommendation #1*
Max. file size: 128 MB.
Letter of Recommendation #2*
Max. file size: 128 MB.
Agreement*
I agree
I certify that the answers are true and complete to the best of my knowledge. If this application leads to an award, I understand that false or misleading information in my application or interview may result in my disqualification. I also authorize the release of the information in this application to the Mariah’s Challenge Scholarship Review Committee and any other organization or its representatives to determine eligibility. I understand that if selected as a recipient, my signature allows the unconditional and unrestricted right to make both visual and/or audio recordings and still images of myself to be used in publicity regarding the scholarship. I further understand that full-time enrollment in college and living and promoting a lifestyle consistent with the goals of Mariah’s Challenge is a condition of receipt for any scholarship resulting from this application.

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