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Information
for Current Recipients
Recipients, check here for monthly updates. We’ll post upcoming workshops,
events, deadlines, and general announcements.
Payment Guidelines
Scholarship funds are to be spent frugally and wisely. All payment requests
are subject to review by the case manager, director and members of the board
of directors. Payment requests may be denied, even if they fall into approved
categories, if determined to be inappropriate or excessive. Payments for
tuition, books and uniforms will be considered only if all necessary paperwork
has been
completed. (Tuition payments will only be made when your Pell Grant has
been posted to school account and/or proof that payment is due immediately
is provided
to SPSF.)
We CAN pay:
• Tuition, fees, textbooks and school supplies (items
that are vital to
school success only)
• Membership dues to professional organizations
that advance the student’s career goals
• Rent/Mortgage
• Utilities (cable television not included)
• Telephone (basic service only)
• Transportation (insurance, car repair or maintenance)
• Food (receipt for food required).
• Necessary medical/dental expenses for you or your children
• Daycare and after-school care tuition (tuition for private school K-12
will not be paid)
• Other items may be approved by SPSF Board Committees
We CANNOT pay:
• Bills that were due or paid prior to the beginning
of the current semester
• Past due and/or late fees
• Credit card bills
• Deposits for housing or utilities
• For purchases paid with food stamps
• Any bills prior to attendance of mandatory
orientations and/or all paperwork is signed. Checks will be issued on the
1st and 15th of each month.
VOUCHERS MUST BE SUBMITTED AT LEAST 2 DAYS PRIOR TO ISSUE DATE.
Forms
Click Here to download a Payment Request
Form. Requires free Adobe Reader.
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Renewal Application - Renewal applications are for returning students
only. Please contact SPSF for more information.
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