AIM-IRS JACKSONVILLE CHAPTER

Scholarship Application
Email: aimirsjacksonville@gmail.com
Phone: 321-441-2533

AIM-IRS Jacksonville Chapter

OUR PURPOSE
The Association for the Improvement of Minorities in the Internal Revenue Service (AIMIRS) is an educational organization which serves as a medium to identify and address the
career concerns of minorities. Its purpose is to educate and develop its members to their
fullest career and personal potential, and instill in them the highest degree of confidence
in their abilities, in a manner that is free from negative influence and discriminatory policies and practices.
OUR HISTORY
AIM was established in October 1969 because of barriers and impediments placed on minority employees seeking career advancement. Initially the founders met and held a seminar to discuss Equal Employment Opportunities. Since that meeting and formulation of
the first chapters, AIM'S membership has grown significantly. There are over 40 Active
professional chapters in major urban areas cross the nation. AIM continues to provide an
annual seminar to develop the career and educational needs of minorities.
Core Chapter Iniaves
To achieve AIM'S purpose, we will develop and implement quality programs based on the
following initiatives:
Career Development;
Personal Development;
Community Involvement;
Equity, Diversity, & Inclusion; and
Scholarships.

AIM-IRS JACKSONVILLE CHAPTER

Scholarship Application
Email: aimirsjacksonville@gmail.com
Phone: 321-441-2533
The AIM-IRS Jacksonville Chapter provides a variety of scholarship opportunities for high school students. The Chapter is pleased to announce the Joseph Johnson Distinguished Student Scholarship, the
AIM-IRS Jacksonville Scholarship for Academic Excellence, and the AIM-IRS Jacksonville Determined
to Succeed Scholarship. See below for scholarship descriptions and criteria.
Joseph Johnson Distinguished Student Scholarship
This scholarship is established in honor of Joseph (Joe ) Johnson, whose Internal Revenue Service career spanned over 40
years. He was admired for his outstanding leadership, commitment to excellence, strong community engagement, strong work
ethic, intelligence, and character. Joe Johnson believed in helping our youth to achieve their fullest potential. This scholarship
is designed to recognize a student that exemplifies academic excellence, civic responsibility, school involvement, leadership
qualities, and sound character. This scholarship will be awarded up to the amount of $1,000 and is based on financial need.
REQUIREMENTS TO OBTAIN SCHOLARSHIP
Applicant must graduate from high school by August of the current year.
Applicant must submit a completed and typed application.*
Applicant must submit a transcript of grades.
Applicant must have a minimum grade point average of 3.2 on a 4.0 scale.
Applicant must submit a letter of acceptance from any college or university
Applicant must submit a copy of their FAFSA Student Aid Report
Applicant must submit (2) letters of recommendation that can attest to the applicants academic excellence, leadership
qualities, service to the community, school involvement, and character. Recommendation letters cannot come from
family or friends.

AIM-IRS Jacksonville Scholarship for Academic Excellence

This scholarship is designed to recognize a student who exemplifies academic achievement with a commitment to community
service. This scholarship will be awarded up to the amount of $500.
REQUIREMENTS TO OBTAIN SCHOLARSHIP
Applicant must graduate from high school by August of the current year.
Applicant must submit a completed and typed application.*
Applicant must submit a transcript of grades.
Applicant must have a minimum grade point average of 2.7 on a 4.0 scale.
Applicant must submit a letter of acceptance from any college or university
Applicant must have verifiable community service as documented on transcript or a community service letter from an
organization where the applicant volunteered detailing the type of service and dates of service.

AIM-IRS Jacksonville Determined to Succeed Scholarship

This scholarship is designed to recognize a student who exemplifies great potential for success and has demonstrated continual improvements in academics. This scholarship will be awarded up to the amount of $500.
REQUIREMENTS TO OBTAIN SCHOLARSHIP
Applicant must graduate from high school by August of the current year.
Applicant must submit a completed and typed application.*
Applicant must submit a transcript of grades.
Applicant must have a maximum grade point average of 2.7 on a 4.0 scale.
Applicant must submit a letter of acceptance from any college or university
Applicant must submit an essay about a unique hardship, bump in the road, or obstacle in the applicants academic or
personal life and how it has impacted them. This essay is in addition to the Goals/Aspirations essay and should be at
least 500 words.

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Scholarship Application
Email: aimirsjacksonville@gmail.com
Phone: 321-441-2533

If scholarship is awarded, applicant must submit proof of registration no later than August 30 th. Failure to submit the required
documents timely will cause forfeiture of scholarship.
STIPULATIONS FOR SCHOLARSHIP
The scholarship is to be used for tuition and books only.
The Board reserves the right to approve or disapprove any request for scholarship assistance.
APPLICATION CHECKLIST
APPLICATION
MOST RECENT OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT FROM HIGH SCHOOL
RETURN APPLICATION BY APRIL 30, 2016 TO:
AIM-IRS JACKSONVILLE
ATTN: SCHOLARSHIPS
Post Office Box 948301
Maitland, FL 32751
*HANDWRITTEN APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED

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Scholarship Application
Email: aimirsjacksonville@gmail.com
Phone: 321-441-2533

Date:
NAME:
(Last)

(First)

(Middle )

SOCIAL SECURITY #:
(Optional)

Mailing Address:
Telephone:
Email address:
Date of Birth:
College/University:
(Name)
(Address)

2-Year College

4-Year College

Vocational/Technical

Major Course of Study (Expected):

HIGH SCHOOL DATA
NAME:
Address:

Did You Graduate:

Yes

No

If Yes, Give Month/Year ____________________

If No, Give Expected Date ___________________
Class Ranking___________

GPA __________

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Scholarship Application
Email: aimirsjacksonville@gmail.com
Phone: 321-441-2533

SCHOOL, COMMUNITY AND VOLUNTEER ACTIVITIES

SCHOOL ACTIVITIES:
(List all school activities in which you have participated during the past four (4) years (e.g. student government, music, sports, etc.)
Indicate all special awards and honors. List all leadership positions and offices held.)

COMMUNITY AND VOLUNTEER SERVICES:

(List all community and volunteer activities in which you have participated without pay during the past four (4) years (e.g. youth group,
church, March of Dimes, Red Cross, Big Brother/Sister, etc.). Indicate all special awards and honors. List all leadership positions and
offices held.)

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Scholarship Application
Email: aimirsjacksonville@gmail.com
Phone: 321-441-2533

GOALS AND ASPIRATIONS ESSAY:

(State in at least 200 words your goals as they relate to your a) education b) career and c) future plans. Use additional sheet as necessary.)

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Scholarship Application
Email: aimirsjacksonville@gmail.com
Phone: 321-441-2533

REFERENCES - THREE (3) Non-Relatives

Name (and Relationship)

Address

Telephone

____________________________

_______________________

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____________________________

________________________

_______________

____________________________

_________________________

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____________________________

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CERTIFICATION:
I Certify that all statements made on this application are true and complete to the best of my knowledge and belief. Falsification of information will result in denial of consideration.
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Applicants Signature
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Parents Signature

____________________

Date
____________________

Date