Initiative Made Possible through Generosity of Donors And Shoppers Who Round Up At The Register

Scholarship Application

The Goodwill RoundUp Scholarship is made possible by the generosity of our donors and shoppers who round-up at the register. It is designed to bridge the gap that often exists between a student’s financial aid package and the total cost of tuition, books, etc.

All applicants must reside within the GoodwillSR territory*, be enrolled in a program of study at an accredited technical/community college or university, write a 300-to-500-word essay, and agree and sign a media release consent form to include the willingness to share their success story.

2024 Dates for application submission will be announced soon.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Who is eligible?

Applicants must live within Goodwill Industries of the Southern Rivers (GoodwillSR) territory, be currently enrolled in a program of study at an accredited technical/community college or university, have not received a GoodwillSR RoundUp Scholarship this current year, and submit the following:

Complete an online application
Upload Proof of Enrollment verification document (for Spring 2024 Semester):
An acceptance letter AND the current student's detailed schedule
A current unofficial transcript
An Academic Certification letter from your school’s registrar's office
A 300-to-500-word essay

* Please submit the online application and required document attachments (2024 Submission dates will be announced soon.)

2. What information does my enrollment verification need to include:

Your name
The current term you are enrolled in – Spring 2024
The start and end dates of the term
Your enrollment status: full-time, half-time, or less than half-time

Enrollment verification documents

An acceptance letter AND the current student's detailed schedule
A current unofficial transcript (preferred document)
An Academic Certification letter from your school’s registrar's office

3. When is the deadline for application submission?

2024 Submission dates and deadline will be announced soon.

4. I am a new student who has not yet registered for classes. Can I submit my application packet without proof of enrollment?

No, not yet. Once you are enrolled in courses, you may request an enrollment verification.

Enrollment verification documents

An acceptance letter AND the current student's detailed schedule
A current unofficial transcript (preferred document)
An Academic Certification letter from your school’s registrar's office

5. May I apply if I applied and did not receive the GoodwillSR Round Up Scholarship last year?

Yes, you are eligible to reapply. Please submit a new application packet, with current enrollment verification.

6. May I apply if I applied and received the GoodwillSR Round Up Scholarship in 2023?

Yes, you are eligible for this round of scholarships. You can only receive the scholarship once a year.

7. Does my local Goodwill support this scholarship?

Only GoodwillSR supports this scholarship. GoodwillSR is one of 156 Goodwill organizations, serving western Georgia and eastern Alabama. RoundUp at GoodwillSR registers is funding this scholarship; therefore, only residents of its territory are eligible. The counties within our territory are:

8. What field of study qualifies?

All fields of study at an accredited technical/community college or university

9. What can the funds be used for?

This scholarship is designed to bridge the gap that often exists between a student’s financial aid package and the total cost of tuition, books, room & board, transportation, technology, food, and supplies.

10. Why do I need to submit a GoodwillSR Consent and Release Form?

It is critical that our RoundUP donors understand how their funds are supporting their community and the impact it is having. GoodwillSR endeavors to support the preparation, connection, and retention of work. Sharing the stories of those impacted by our services will bring awareness to those who may need help.

11. Why is an essay required?

GoodwillSR takes the responsibility of being a good financial steward seriously. An essay including information about applicants, an explanation of their future goals, and how these funds will impact their ability to reach these goals allow us to determine how to responsibly award these scholarships.

12. When will I know if I am selected for a scholarship award?

Awardees can expect to be notified about the scholarship selection results shortly following submission and review.

13. Does my college/university need to be within GoodwillSR territory?

No, your permanent residence need only be within GoodwillSR’s territory.

14. How can I scan my documents if I don’t have a scanner?

Your cellphone can act as a scanner. Please review the steps in this video (see the link below). You may also visit one of GoodwillSR’s career centers or your local public library.

a. iPhone: https://youtu.be/Oomupvlcmq8
b. Android: https://youtu.be/WUz7R3luoes

15. What if I do not have access to a computer to complete the application packet?

Please visit one of GoodwillSR’s career centers for free computer access. Centers may be located via this link: https://www.goodwillsr.org/career-centers

A public library also provides free access to computers. Find your nearest library:

GEORGIA https://georgialibraries.org/find-a-library/

ALABAMA https://publiclibraries.com/state/alabama

For questions please email us at roundup@gwisr.org