P.O. Box 84215, Lexington, SC 29073

(Contact Kim Watson: )

“Here Today” Music Scholarship

The Christopher Conner Foundation may offer the “Here Today” music scholarship to help musicians or aspiring musicians further their music education and/or career. The scholarship may assist, but is not limited to, college music courses, music training and continuing music education. The “Here Today” Scholarship will be awarded to the recipient that best demonstrates his/her ambition and ability to further their music education, skills andjustify financial need. The choice of successful applicants and the number of scholarships issued each year is at the discretion of the Board of Directors.

Awards:The “Here Today Scholarship can be awarded up to a $1,500 scholarship.

Scholarship funds will be paid directly to the college, music institute or provider on behalf of the recipient.

Eligibility:All applicantsmust be a resident of South Carolina.

Applicants must be a professional and/or aspiring musicians interested in furthering their music education/training.

Timeline:The Foundation accepts applications throughout the year. The Foundationawardsfrom one to five “Here Today” scholarships per year at the discretion of the Board of Directors.

Acceptance:Scholarship recipients are expected to represent the Christopher Conner Foundation by acting as a role model for other musicians. The recipient should meet at least three of the qualifications:

1)Demonstrate music ability and talent.

2)Demonstrate ability and plan to further music education.

3)Students should maintain a good academic record.

4)Demonstrate a financial need.

5)Be a resident of South Carolina.

Documentation:Scholarship applicants must submit:

1 A completed “Here Today” Music Scholarship Application.

2) A short, written description (or video/audio tape) detailing why they deserve the scholarship.

3) A letter of reference and a letter of acceptance from the college, music institute or provider.

The Conner Foundation Board of Directors will contact the applicant to review the application, gather additional information if necessary and notify the applicant of the decision. The Conner Foundation Board of Directors may upon occasion request an audition.

“Here Today” Music ScholarshipEligibility Requirements and Procedures

Include the following required items with the completed application:

  1. Details of musical background.
  2. List instruments you play
  3. List prior music lessons or training
  4. List voice lessons
  5. Provide sample of original song writing with lyrics
  6. Provide list of venues where you have performed
  7. Resume if applicable
  8. Invoice showing cost for music education.
  9. Students must provide parents’ annual taxable income.
  10. Household taxable income.

Assistance Limitations

When financial assistance is provided by The Christopher Conner Foundation, it is charitable in nature and therefore, before seeking such assistance, applicants are required to investigate all possible sources of aid. All approved assistance is paid directly to a creditor/third party. At its sole discretion, The Christopher Conner Foundation reserves the right to deny or approve financial assistance.

Submit Applications with completed requirements to The Christopher Conner Foundation, POB 84215, Lexington, SC 29073.

Application assistance inquiries can be sent to Kim Watson at

(All information is confidential and secured). Print clearly in ink

Name ______Phone ______Cell Phone ______

Are you a United States Citizen Yes ____ No ______Are you a resident of South Carolina? Do you have a Social Security Number ______

Home Address: ______

Mailing Address: ______Email: ______

Date of Birth ____/____/_____ If a minor, parents or guardian’s name: ______

Married ______Single ______Divorced ______Number of Dependents ______Spouse: ______

Taxable Income ______If student or minor, parents’ taxable income ______

Are you employed in the music industry? Yes ____ No _____ If so, name of Employer ______

Are you employed outside the music industry? Yes ____ No _____ If so, name of Employer ______

Spouse Employer ______If you are a minor, list both parent’s Employers______

Music History Information:

Number of years/months involved in music ______In what capacity? ______

Do you play an instrument? Yes _____ List instruments you play ______

Are you a vocalist? Yes _____ Have you received vocal training? Yes ______No ______

Are you a Songwriter? Yes ____ Hasany of your music been published? Yes ______No ______

List lessons and experience you have playing an instrument, or as a vocalist, or as a song writer? ______

Do youor have you played/performed music professionally? Yes _____No _____ Where ______

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Describe briefly WHY YOU NEED and HOW YOU WILL USE the “Here Today” Scholarship. Use back if necessary)______

I authorize the Christopher Conner Foundation to communicate with the additional parties/references below to discuss my application if necessary:

Name ______Relationship ______Phone ______

Name ______Relationship ______Phone ______

I hereby certify that I have answered the foregoing questions to the best of my ability. The facts herein stated are true and I understand that any misrepresentation of this information may disqualify me for any assistance from The Christopher Conner Foundation.

Signature of Applicant ______Date ______

To the best of my knowledge, I certify the above information is true.

Signature of Guardian or Power of Attorney______Date ______

To the best of my knowledge, I certify the above information is true.