Dennis G. Glore Memorial Scholarship Fund

Scholarship Sponsored by Greater St. Louis Community Foundation

Description
**Purpose and honoree**
The Dennis G. Glore Memorial Scholarship Fund supports academically promising students in Culinary Arts and Hospitality Studies to honor Dennis G. Glore, an independent foodservice designer and consultant. The fund awards one-time scholarships to help students cover education-related costs while encouraging careers in hospitality and culinary fields. The program is administered through the St. Louis Community Foundation, which manages eligibility, selection, and disbursement.

Key takeaways:
- Created in memory of Dennis G. Glore to support culinary and hospitality students.
- Administered by the St. Louis Community Foundation.
- Awards are intended for education-related expenses in hospitality or culinary programs.

Eligibility
**Who can apply**
Applicants must be current college students from the defined St. Louis-area counties in Missouri or Illinois and must be pursuing a certificate, associate, or bachelor’s degree in Hospitality Studies or Culinary Arts. Residency is defined by specific Missouri counties (St. Louis, St. Charles, Lincoln, Warren, Franklin, Jefferson, and the City of St. Louis) and Illinois counties (St. Clair, Madison, Bond, Calhoun, Clinton, Jersey, Monroe, and Macoupin). Meeting these geographic and program requirements is mandatory for consideration.

Key takeaways:
- Must be a current college student from designated St. Louis-area counties.
- Eligible programs: certificate, associate, or bachelor’s in Hospitality Studies or Culinary Arts.
- Geographic residency and program enrollment are required for eligibility.

Selection Criteria
**How recipients are chosen**
The St. Louis Community Foundation selects recipients based on demonstrated commitment to hospitality or culinary studies, academic preparation, the quality of submitted essays, and any unusual circumstances applicants disclose. Incomplete applications are not considered. Preference is given to students who have not previously completed a bachelor’s degree.

Key takeaways:
- Selection factors: commitment, academic readiness, essay quality, and special circumstances.
- Incomplete applications will be excluded from review.
- Preference for applicants without a prior bachelor’s degree.

Award Value and Renewal
**Amount and renewability**
The scholarship amount varies each year and is determined by the Foundation after assessing available funds and financial need; a specific award amount is not guaranteed. The award is not automatically renewable, but recipients may reapply annually and receive funding for up to four years of undergraduate study provided they continue to meet eligibility and make satisfactory academic progress. Award amounts for renewal can change from year to year based on funding and demonstrated need.

Key takeaways:
- Award amounts are variable and set by the Foundation; no fixed amount is guaranteed.
- Not automatically renewable; recipients may reapply each year.
- Maximum undergraduate support through reapplication is four years, subject to change in award amounts.

Application Requirements
**Documents, essays, and recommendations**
Applicants must submit a complete Scholarship Central General Application including a current fall transcript showing name, school, grades, and cumulative GPA. Required materials include two essays (350 words on gifts/talents and 200 words on career plans), FAFSA Submission Summary and Student Aid Index, next year’s college Financial Aid Award Letter, cost-of-attendance documentation, descriptions of extracurriculars/work/volunteer activities, living plans for the academic year, and up to two recommendations submitted via Scholarship Central. Applicants must also certify the accuracy of their application with an electronic signature and may provide information on unusual financial circumstances.

Key takeaways:
- Required uploads: current fall transcript, FAFSA Submission Summary, and Financial Aid Award Letter.
- Essays: one up to 350 words; one up to 200 words.
- Two recommendations and documentation of activities, work, and living arrangements required.

Application Timeline and Notification
**When decisions are made and funds distributed**
Application status changes from “submitted” to either “offered” or “denied” occur in June; applicants can check status in their Scholarship Central account. Scholarship funds are mailed directly to recipients’ schools in August once awards are finalized. Applicants should review the scholarship details in Scholarship Central before beginning to ensure they meet eligibility and gather all required documents in advance.

Key takeaways:
- Decision notifications are posted in June via Scholarship Central.
- Funds are sent to institutions in August.
- Review eligibility and prepare required documents before starting the application.

Administration and Compliance
**Program management and non-discrimination**
The St. Louis Community Foundation determines eligibility, financial need, and award amounts and administers the scholarship as a component fund. The program adheres to a non-discrimination policy and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, gender, age, sexual orientation, veteran status, or disability. By signing the application, applicants authorize the Foundation to review and verify academic records and understand their reporting responsibilities if their college plans change.

Key takeaways:
- The Foundation administers and makes final determinations on awards.
- Scholarship program follows a strict non-discrimination policy.
- Applicants authorize verification of records and must report changes to their college plans.