Scholarship Application 2026

The Janet E. Proctor Scholarship is awarded to a former “Little” enrolled at an accredited institution of higher education. Mentor or Mentee experience, Character, Attitude, Academic History, Initiative and Involvement in Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northwestern Wisconsin activities are factors considered in awarding the scholarship. The scholarship award is a minimum of $1000.00 paid directly to the institution indicated.

Eligible applicants are:

Former/Current “Littles” who are scheduled to attend classes in the Fall 2026 term.

“Littles” are defined as children that have successfully completed the match process and have spent a minimum of 1 year in the 1 on 1 mentorship site-based or community-based program.

Application Deadline & Award Dates

Application Deadline—July 17, 2026 - 5:00pm. (Late Submissions will not be accepted)

Scholarship recipients will be selected by July 31, 2026.

Required Uploads

Essay (500 Word Max): On a separate document please write and upload an essay answering the following:

1. What is mentorship to you and what role does it play in the development of a child, adult and community?

2. How have your experiences with Big Brothers Big Sisters contributed to your own personal development?

1st Letter of Recommendation **Letter should state why applicant is deserving of the scholarship. Please upload: Letter must include the name of the person writing the letter and their relationship to the applicant.

2nd Letter of Recommendation **Letter should state why applicant is deserving of the scholarship. Please upload: Letter must include the name of the person writing the letter and their relationship to the applicant.

Current High School/College Transcript (unofficial copy is acceptable)

Applicant Information

First Name

Last Name

Home Address

Date of Birth

Phone

College/University

Under 18 Applicants Only

Parent Name

Parent Address

Parent Phone

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Agency Involvement: List Years Participated as Little in BBBSNW

Additional Involvement with BBBSNW (if applicable)

Extra-curricular Activities (if applicable)

Applicant Signature

By typing your name below you agree to the following statement: I understand that the Executive Board of Big Brothers Big Sisters will act as the Selection Committee in reviewing eligible applications. If no eligible applicants are received, scholarship funds will not be distributed and will be reallocated to the next scholarship cycle. All applicants must submit the most recent college or high school transcript as evidence of academic history. It is understood that funds awarded will be paid directly to the institution of higher education and must be applied toward tuition, books, board or fees.

Parent Signature (Under 18 Applicants Only)

Contact Information