Scholarships
In 2020, Coach Pinkel awarded 24 scholarships through the GP M.A.D.E. Foundation. This inaugural class of students came from all walks of life.
In 2020, Coach Pinkel awarded 24 scholarships through the GP M.A.D.E. Foundation. This inaugural class of students came from all walks of life.
Scholarship recipients – known as GP M.A.D.E. Scholars – are selected each year by the Scholarship Committee of the Foundation. Recipients will be chosen based on the three criteria listed under Eligibility.
The GP M.A.D.E. Foundation Scholarship awards are up to $2,000 per year.
Consideration will be given to candidates submitting complete application packages, which include:
By Mail
GP M.A.D.E. Foundation, Inc.
Attention: Scholarship Committee
P.O. Box 665
Columbia, MO 65201
By Email
peggy@gpmade.com
The GP M.A.D.E. scholarship committee may require an interview with the applicant(s). If needed, applicant(s) will be notified by telephone, email, or letter regarding their interview date and time. All interviews shall be completed prior to the deadline of the award date for the application year.
The GP M.A.D.E. scholarship committee will consider renewing a scholarship for up to four years if the Scholar maintains a minimum 2.0 GPA and is considered a student in good standing. The Scholar will be required to show proof of grades for the school year.
The applicant must be under the age of 20 and a Missouri resident. The scholarship must be used in the state of Missouri for a higher education program, at a trade school or at a college or university. The Foundation will notify the applicant of their award before May 7th. The check will be made payable to the school chosen by the applicant. Any taxes that may be due are entirely the responsibility of the recipient Scholar. Please consult your tax adviser to determine your tax treatment.
Scholar shall not be eligible to renew his or her scholarship if:
By applying and accepting a scholarship, you have agreed to the below statements by signing the application form in the certification section:
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