SCHOLARSHIP QUALIFICATIONS
Must be between ages 10 and 18 and have good oral hygiene.
Must have resided in Jefferson or Marion County for at least one year.
Applicant’s parents must have a combined income level that is lower than 150% of the federal poverty level. If the applicant quali-
fies for free or reduced school lunches, he or she is encouraged to apply.
Have a moderate to severe need for braces.
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS (TO BE SUBMITTED WITH THIS APPLICATION)
1. A 5x7 facial photo (full smile with teeth showing).
2. Two letters of recommendation (preferably from a dentist, teacher, clergy, etc.). No more than one typed page.
3. Verification of parents/guardians income in the form of the previous years tax return.
I would benefit because___________________________________________________________________________________________
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Number of times applicant has submitted an application to Smiles of Hope__________________________________________________
Applicant’s Age_________________Applicant’s Grade in School____________________Applicant’s Birthdate____________________
Does applicant qualify for Medicaid?_________
Is applicant covered by dental insurance? (Specify company and policy # located on card)______________________________________
Contact Information:
Applicant Name_________________________________________________________________________________________________
Parent/Guardian Name____________________________________________________________________________________________
Address_______________________________________________________________________________________________________
Parent Email____________________________________________________________________________________________________
Parent/Guardian Phone______________________________________Cell__________________________________________________
Parent/Guardian Place of Employment_______________________________________________________________________________
Submitted by (circle one) Self Parent School Official Dentist Other___________________________________________________
Please mail completed applications with materials requested to: (depending on which county you live in)
All applications, pictures, and supporting documents will NOT be returned and become property of Smiles of Hope and Klein Orthodon-
tics LLC. It is further understood that names and photos will be used for professional presentations and official announcements. Parent/
Guardian Signature__________________________________________________________________________________
SMILES OF HOPE
Scholarship Application*
Mt. Vernon Rotary Club
Klein Braces Scholarship
P.O. Box 2456
Mt. Vernon, IL 62864
Salem Rotary Club
Klein Braces Scholarship
110 E. Rogers
Salem, IL 62881
4210 Lincolnshire Mt. Vernon, IL 62864 (618)-244-7747
915 W Main St Salem, IL 62881 (618)-548-4800
www.kleinbraces.com