Al Hoffman Scholarship
2017
2017AlHoffmanScholarshipApplication
Al Hoffman Scholarship Program Overview
The Junior Golf Foundation of Greater Kansas City (JGFKC) is dedicated to making golf more accessible and
more affordable to all boys and girls in the Greater Kansas City area. Because golf is more than just a game, our
programs are designed, not only to teach the mechanics of the golf swing, but develop the Life Skills that are
inherently imparted through golf's rules and etiquette.
Who can apply for an Al Hoffman Scholarship?
The opportunity to apply for an Al Hoffman Scholarship is available only to participants of The First Tee of
Greater Kansas City who are seniors in high school and continuing their education after graduation. The use of
the scholarship is restricted directly toward tuition expenses. Although financial need is taken into consideration
when awarding this scholarship, it is not the only factor in determining the award.
Who was Al Hoffman?
Al Hoffman founded what would become the Junior Golf Foundation of Greater Kansas City in 1987 along with
four friends. Mr. Hoffman was the driving force behind the development of the Foundation and our affiliation
with The First Tee. He recruited Tom Watson to serve as the President of our Advisory Board. He spearheaded
the development of Kansas City’s first junior golf course at the Heart of America Golf Course and Academy.
Mr. Hoffman believed that golf was the perfect vehicle for character education and created an organization for
young people to learn valuable Life Skills while learning to play the game of a lifetime.
Al Hoffman Scholarship Eligibility Requirements
Each applicant must submit an application that meets the following requirements to be eligible to apply for an Al
Hoffman Scholarship.
Academics
• Minimum GPA of 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale) in core curriculum (history, math, social studies, science)
• Provide a current school transcript
Character/volunteer activities
• Involvement in Chapter activities such as mentoring with younger students or volunteering at The
First Tee.
• Character reflects The First Tee Nine Core Values
• Leadership role in community activities and/or school activities
The First Tee Participation
• Active in The First Tee program at time of application
• Enrollment in The First Tee Program for at least two years
• Minimum certification level of Birdie Level
• Completion of Al Hoffman Scholarship application and submission of all components postmarked by
April 1, 2017
Letters of Recommendation
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A coach of The First Tee
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High School Guidance Counselor or Teacher or other administrator
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Employer (if applicable)
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Other non-familial character references
FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid)
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Please include a digital copy of page 1 including your FAFSA SAR (Student Aid Report) showing
your name and address as verification and your EFC (Expected Family Contribution) rating.
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Al Hoffman Scholarship Application
Instructions: Please complete this application in a digital format. Please return this application and all supporting documents
as one continuous PDF via email to [email protected]. Applicants must complete all sections as fully as possible. It is
the responsibility of the applicant to ensure receipt of the entire application by the appropriate deadline to receive consideration.
Name (First, MI, Last) : Skylar J Brunk
Current address:
City, ST ZIP: Lees Summit, MO
Phone:
Email: [email protected]
Date of Birth:
Gender: Female
Parent/Guardian’s Name: Troy Brunk
Phone number:
Prospective College: Dakota Wesleyan University
Current High School: Lees Summit High School
Address: 400 SE Blue Pkwy, Lees Summit, MO 64063
Phone: 816-986-2000
Principal Name: John Faulkenberry
Academic Advisor:
Jim Mellody
Phone: 816-986-2000 x8805
Email: [email protected]
GPA (include scale):
2.8/4.0
For questions 1 through 6 no answer should exceed 100 words.
1. List all honors and awards (academic and other) you have received while in school.
Principle Honor Role for character 2011, 4 year varsity letter golf, 3 year varsity letter as baseball manager,
4 time All-Conference golf, 4-time All-District golf, 2-time 1st Team All State golf
2. Describe all school related extra-curricular activities you have participated in.
Golf -- Choir -- Tiger Pride Advisory Team that give focus, insight and suggestions to school issues of
sportsmanship, coach/sponsor communication, and activity/athletic rules and policies -- Student Athletic Trainer
helping before and after school with football, volleyball, soccer, wrestling, basketball
3. List and describe any community volunteer activities you have been involved with in the past four
years. I have volunteered with the First Tee helping with classes, going to Harvesters, helping with WinKC, helping
with various camps for kids and adults, The Watson Challenge, spoke at various dinners/luncheons for board
members and donors. I have volunteered for the Mattie Rhodes annual charity golf tournament hitting drives
for people that donate money on that hole.
4. Which awards have meant the most to you and why?
The awards that have meant the most to me are my 2 1st Team All-State medals. The medals were the result
of hard work and dedication and being able to perform well over a 2 day tournament with all the pressure and
adversities that arise and to be able to experience that twice is very special to me.
5. Which of the extra-curricular activities have meant the most to you and why?
Golf of course means a lot to me, but Choir and singing is my other passion and is a way for me to get away
and relax from golf. I am not the best singer in the world, but I have learned a lot about myself and have really
pushed myself hard to learn more and get better.
6. Please provide a personal statement attesting to your financial need for the Al Hoffman
Scholarship. After visiting various schools, we decided it would be best for me to attend a small school where class
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sizes are small, where I am not just a number, and I will be held accountable for attending class and
being the best student I can be. Unfortunately, small private schools mean it costs more to attend
and I am responsible for paying at least half of my schooling, so any and all money I can receive is
very much appreciated.
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7. If applicable, please list your employment history for the past two years.
Who is your The First Tee Coach? Keith Woody
Coach phone: 913-648-7177
How long have you been playing golf? 8 years
How long have you participated in The First Tee Programs? 6 years
What is your home facility for The First Tee? Heart of America Golf Academy
What is your current certification level? Ace
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APPLICANT CERTIFICATION
Skylar Brunk
I, ______________________________________,
certify that the above information is true and correct
to the best of my knowledge. I further certify that if I knowingly have provided false information in
an effort to receive financial assistance from the Junior Golf Foundation of Greater Kansas City, my
application will be rejected, and I will be disqualified from their scholarship application process.
Signed by applicant:
Date:
No longer than two pages, please respond to the following:
What has been the value of participation in The First Tee in your life (e.g. on your personal growth,
development of leadership traits, golf skill…etc)?
Along with your application you should include the following:
-Letter of recommendation from a coach of The First Tee.
-Letter of recommendation from your Academic Advisor or other administrator/instructor.
-Transcripts from your junior and senior year.
- FAFSA SAR (Student Aid Report)
-Letter of acceptance from college.
-Letter of recommendation from your employer, if applicable.
The Junior Golf Foundation of Greater Kansas City has assembled a Scholarship Committee to award
scholarships as described in the preface. This Committee reserves the right to determine the criteria for the
awarding of scholarships. The decision of the Committee is final.
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