The Rotary Club of Frankfort is pleased to be able to participate in two types of scholarships;
Frankfort Youth Fund Scholarships and Ambassadorial Scholarships.

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Frankfort Youth Fund Scholarships

The Frankfort Youth Fund Scholarships are awarded to by the Rotary Club of Frankfort to through the Frankfort Youth Fund. The money is raised primarily by local fellowships and the Golf Scramble. There are several $1500 scholarships to high school seniors and some technical scholarships amounting to approximately $4000 annually. Please contact

2007 Rotary Club of Frankfort Scholarships Award Winers

$7,250 in scholarships have been awarded to local high school graduates by the Rotary Club of Frankfort. Recipients were:

Anna Murphy - $1,500 Frankfort High School. Anna plans to attend the University of Louisville, major in Fine Arts and Philosophy and become an Art therapist, Art teacher or Studio Painter. Parents: Shaun and Paula Murphy.

Eric Smith - $1,000 Rotary Scholarship for Math/Science/Engineering, sponsored by Drs. Burch, Renshaw, Wix and Assoc. PSC. Frankfort High School. Eric plans to attend Western KY University, major in Mechanical Engineering and become an automotive Engineer. Parents: Layne and Patricia Smith.

Jessica Woolums - $1,500 Westeren Hills High School Jessica plans to attend The University of KY, major in Biology with a pre-med advisor. Emergency room Physician/surgeon. Parents: Jason and Kimberly Woolums.

Rebecca Franke - $1,500 Franklin County High School - University of KY . major in Civil Engineering. Parents: David and Lori Franke.

Sarah Smith - $500 GED Scholarship - Thornhill Education Center. Midway College, majoring in Pre-Med and Nursing. Parents: Russell Smith and Thelma Smith.

Shannon Smith - $500 GED Scholarship - Thornhill Education Center. Bluegrass Community Technical College, Lexington. Majoring in Nursing, and plans to become an RN, CAN, EMT and MD in Nursing. Parents: Dennis Smith and Janet Smith

Stephen Harrod - $750 Technical/Vocational Scholarship - Western Hills High School - Bluegrass community and Technical College, Lexington. Associate degree in welding and own his own welding shop. Parents: David Michael and Stephanie Harrod.

Ambassadorial Scholarships

Our District 6710, which covers the western half of Kentucky from Frankfort, will select two to four to be awarded this scholarship annually. Money for these scholarships and other Foundation projects such as Group Study Exchange, PolioPlus and other international program is raised by contributions to the Rotary Foundation from Rotarians in our District 6710.

The Frankfort Rotary Club is seeking applicants for the Rotary Foundation Ambassadorial Scholarship. The prestigious Rotary Foundation Ambassadorial Scholarship is designed to promote international understanding.

Several individuals will be awarded scholarships worth up to $23,000. The scholarships include travel expenses, fees, room and board, and contingency funds for 9 months of study outside the United States during the 2009-2010 academic year. Several may be nominated from each club.

Although their academic studies will be important, scholars are expected to serve their home communities as unofficial "ambassadors of goodwill" from their home community in their host country. Scholars will make presentations before Rotary Clubs, District Rotary meetings, schools, civic organizations, and other forums in both their home country and in the study country hosting them.

Leadership skills and the potential to grow effectively as a leader are essential qualities for Ambassadorial Scholars. Scholars may not be assigned to areas of a country where they have already lived or studied except in unusual circumstances.

Different clubs may have different acceptance dates. The Frankfort Rotary Club will receive completed applications through early March, 2008. Assistance and counseling for applicants is available. Top applications from each club will be submitted to the Rotary District Subcommittee. The Subcommittee will conduct mandatory personal interviews in a place to be identified in Kentucky on a Saturday, April, 2008 with applicants who complete written requirements. Awards are made by December 2008.Precise dates will follow.

Application forms describe several scholarship choices. This District 6710 Rotary Foundation Committee is offering only the more popular "Academic-Year Ambassadorial Scholarship."

Applicants need to contact with Dean Sorg or any Rotarian immediately for more specific additional details, requirements and securing the application form. Application forms and information are downloadable.

Rotarians and their families are not eligible. Applicants must have completed two years of college course work prior to 2007 or have a secondary school education with two years employment.

More information at http://www.rotary.org, link to "The Rotary Foundation" and "Ambassadorial Scholarships."

Profile of the Ideal Ambassadorial Scholarship Candidate:
In order to assist Rotary club and district selection committees in selecting outstanding Ambassadorial Scholarship candidates, the Foundation has identified the following traits (in no particular order) that should be considered standard for any "ambassador of goodwill." Each candidate does not need to possess all of the traits below to be a successful Ambassadorial, but those whose possess more of the traits than other candidates are likely to be more successful Ambassadors.

· Possesses excellent leadership skills and potential;
· Understands his/her award obligations, especially speeches to Rotary and non-Rotary audiences;
· Has a proven record of success in his/her academics and/or vocation;
· Is articulate and possesses good proficiency in the study country language;
· Is well-groomed and has a professional appearance;
· Has demonstrated a personal commitment to community service;
· Is willing to participate in an outbound orientation seminar provided by the club or district;
· Is interested in participating in and possibly identifying Rotary service projects while abroad;
· Has well-defined and realistic goals;
· Possesses maturity and seriousness of purpose;
· Is an excellent public speaker, skilled with presentations to both small and large audiences;
· Knows the history, culture, and politics of both his/her home community and study country;
· Is diplomatic and articulate when discussing world affairs and sensitive topics;
· Has concrete ideas as to how he/she will improve international understanding and world peace;
· Has thoroughly researched his/her preferred study institution, including alternative locations;
· Is willing to study in a country that typically does not host Ambassadorial Scholars;
· Is interested in a study field that has a direct impact on the humanitarian needs of the world;
· Intends to dedicate part or all of their personal or professional life to the ideals of Rotary;
· Is flexible and possesses a good sense of humor;
· Is sincere about maintaining a lifelong relationship with Rotary after his/her scholarship period.

For more information, contact:

Dean Sorg, PO Box 1490, Frankfort, KY 40602-1490 /(502) 227-4521Office /(502) 227-8053 FAX/ PR@frankfort-rotary.org
Ron Christopher, 245 Blueridge Dr., Frankfort, KY 40601 /(502) 573-3390 Office /(502) 695-0245 Home/ Ron.Christopher@ky.gov
Committee Members: ADG Don Dykman, PDG Bill Miller, DGN Terry Shockley and Christine Richards

Application forms and information are downloadable.