Fund A Dream is a special tuition assistance scholarship program funded by the Catholic Community Foundation. Through this initiative, donors are paired with deserving students. Each student is granted a $2,500 scholarship, reducing their annual tuition fees for one school year, thanks to funds raised at the Alleluia Ball.
- Go online to catholiccommunity.org/FAD to access the application portal
- Review the school liaison contact list and locate Padua Franciscan High School
- If you have children at different schools, you must complete an application for each school
- Enter the application portal and complete the required information
- Your school liaison will then review your application to notify the Fund A Dream office if you are eligible for a FAD scholarship
- If you are eligible for FAD, your application will be reviewed by the Fund A Dream office. You will be notified via email of your application status
- Note: The Fund A Dream application opens on January 8, 2024. The deadline to apply is March 25, 2024.
What information is necessary to apply for a Fund A Dream Scholarship?
Your family needs to gather necessary information to complete the Fund A Dream application by providing the following details:
- Confirmed planned school enrollment for the upcoming academic year (2024-2025)
- Student’s full name and current grade
- Comprehensive family contact information, ensuring all relevant details are accurate
- Documentation for income verification, showcasing the family’s financial situation
- School Verification Process: It’s imperative to note that schools have a responsibility to authenticate the enrollment status and assess the financial need of all applicants. This step ensures fairness and accuracy in the Tuition Assistance allocation process.