What's Next?
Congratulations on receiving a Bootstraps scholarship and/or interest-free loan!
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We're excited to share what's next in your journey with Bootstraps. Please note that we will communicate with you primarily via email, so be sure to check your inbox regularly.
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Notification
You will first be notified of your award via email. Afterward, you will receive a mailed packet containing important information about your scholarship, the Recipient Orientation, and the Lake House Celebration, as well as thank you notes for your donors.
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Respond
Log in to the platform you used to apply and accept or decline your award(s). If you plan to decline any award, please contact Susan at 720-618-8924.
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Thank You Notes
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Please read the following instructions carefully. Writing your thank you notes is a requirement for receiving your funds.
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Why Thank You Notes Matter: Your award is funded by generous members of the community, including individuals, businesses, and civic organizations, who believe in supporting local students.
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Crafting Your Message: Use the thank you notes provided to write a heartfelt message to each donor. Personalize your note by sharing details about your future school or area of study. Address the donor by name and sign your full name at the end.
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Preparing the Envelopes: Write the donor's name and address on the smaller envelope as if you were mailing it yourself, and don’t forget to include your return address. It would also be helpful to add a stamp to the envelope.
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Mailing Your Notes: Place the thank you notes in their respective smaller envelopes and then put all of them into the larger, self-addressed envelope for Bootstraps. Mail them to Bootstraps—we will forward the notes to your donors.
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Please do NOT mail them directly to the donors.
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Recipient Orientation
The Recipient Orientation is a two-hour event where you'll meet fellow recipients, learn more about Bootstraps, and prepare for the Lake House Celebration. You’ll also meet members of the Bootstraps Board and start building a lasting connection with Bootstraps. We’ll announce the date soon, and you will receive an invitation in your packet.
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Lake House Celebration
This is our main annual event, held at the Evergreen Lake House, where you will meet your donors in person and celebrate alongside fellow recipients. Your family members are welcome to attend and join the celebration.
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Receive Your Funds
In late May or early June, we will send you an email with instructions on how to access your scholarship funds. You will need to upload your tuition statement and financial aid award letter to our portal. Once we receive these documents and other information, we will send the scholarship check directly to your school. Please allow up to three weeks for processing.
For Loan Recipients: If you are also receiving a loan, you will need complete a loan agreement. Loan checks will be sent directly to you for school-related expenses.