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For Youth By Youth Scholarship
The For Youth By Youth Scholarship (FYBY) was created in partnership between the Catholic Youth Coalition (CYC) Board and the Diocese of Helena Office of Youth and Young Adult Ministry (OYYAM) to nurture and foster a community of believers with equal access to OYYAM event opportunities. The fund was established and continues to be funded through the generous stewardship of both youth and adults in the Diocese of Helena. Funds are meant to be dispersed on a need-basis to assist youth with expenses associated with participating in OYYAM events and activities.
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Award Criteria
1. Registered and active parish/school/ministry participant in the Diocese of Helena
2. Active in any grade 1st – 12th (preference is given to those in 6th-12th grade)
3. Recommendation of pastor/youth minister
4. Declared need
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Before applying, you will need:
To have the approval of your pastor/administrator/youth minister. This involves having a conversation about your participation in parish life and your desire to participate in the event/program for which you are requesting a scholarship. (see below)
Personal essay: The youth must write an essay (≈300 words) describing why the youth wants to attend the event and how the experience will help him/her grow in his/her faith.
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Application Process
Step 1: Meet with your pastor/youth minister. This person will be the "Parish Contact" who can confirm your participation in that local faith community. During your conversation, you will need the answers to the following questions:
1. Does the Parish Contact affirm and support your participation in this OYYAM event/program? (Select One): a) Yes, full support; b) Yes, with some reservation; c) No
2. How did the Parish Contact rate your participation in parish life? (Select One): a) Full Participation; b) Sufficient Participation; c) Some Participation; d) No Participation
(NOTE: At minimum, "participation" should include the youth regularly receiving the Sacraments in accordance with Church teaching, especially being present and participating in weekend Mass. Full participation should include being active in the life and mission of the parish/school/ministry as age and ability allow - e.g. participates regularly in youth ministry events/programs.)
3. Will your parish/school/ministry provide financial assistance for you to participate in this event? (Select One): a) Yes; b) No
4. Other relevant comments/notes regarding your conversation with the Parish Contact:
Step 2: Complete and submit application materials online at least two weeks prior to an event.
Step 3: OYYAM will confirm the receipt of the application via email. Decisions about the scholarship will be made within 5 business days. Applicants will be notified about the decision via email. (Make sure that you provide a valid email address!)
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Important Notes Before Proceeding
Deadline: All application materials must be received at least two weeks prior to the event for which the scholarship is being applied.
Award Limit: The maximum award for any single scholarship will be 50% of the cost of participation (registration fee) of the event.
Response: OYYAM will confirm via email the receipt of application materials. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Applicants may be contacted to provide more information. After all application materials have been received, a decision will be made within five business days. Applicants will be notified of the decision via email.
Questions: If you have any questions about the application process, contact Kevin Molm at 406.389.7055 or kmolm@diocesehelena.org.
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A special link to resume the form will be sent to your email address.
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