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United Way of Midland 2026-2027 Project Blueprint Scholar Application

Please answer the following questions:

1.First Name(Required.)
2.Last Name(Required.)
3.Email Address(Required.)
4.Phone Number
5.Street Address(Required.)
6.City(Required.)
7.5-Digit Zip Code(Required.)
8.LinkedIn Profile Link (Optional)
9.Race or Ethnicity?
10.Gender(Required.)
11.Please describe your educational background
12.How did you hear about Project Blueprint? (Required.)
13.Did you serve in the Military?
14.Employment
15.How does your background help you understand or represent different community viewpoints?
16.Please list your skills and experiences
17.Do you have prior experience serving on a Nonprofit Board of Directors or a nonprofit committee?
18.If you answered yes to question 17, please describe your experience.(Required.)
19.Please list your volunteer experience below. Include the names of the organizations and years of service.
20.Why are you interested in joining Project Blueprint 2026-2027 as a scholar?
21.Please describe why you are interested in local nonprofit board or committee service.
22.What motivates you to volunteer?
23.I am prepared to make the time and service commitments required by the program if considered for membership.(Required.)
Training Sessions:
September 12, 2026 (9am - 2:30pm) - Kick-Off Retreat/Mixer
October 1, 2026 (6 - 8pm) - Strategic Planning & More
November 5, 2026 (6 - 8pm) - Governance & Fiduciary Responsibilities of Nonprofit Boards
December 3, 2026 (6 - 8pm) - Financial Management and Transparency for Nonprofit Boards
January 7, 2027 (6 - 8pm) - Board's Role in Resource Development
February 4, 2027 (6 - 8pm) - Public Speaking: "Perfecting My Elevator Speech"
March 4, 2027 (11am - 1pm) - Board Fair / Nonprofit Networking (Mandatory)
April 1, 2027 (5:30 - 7:30pm) - Project Blueprint Graduation
24.I have viewed the Project Blueprint Schedule and I have checked my personal and professional calendars, and I will attend all mandatory sessions. I understand that I am allowed one absence with prior notice.(Required.)
25.I understand that graduation is contingent on my active involvement in Project Blueprint. I acknowledge that my registration fee will not be refunded if I fail to meet attendance requirements.(Required.)
26.I have reviewed the expectations for the program (www.uwmidland.org/get-involved/project-blueprint), and I agree to abide by these standards.(Required.)
To complete the 2026-2027 Project Blueprint application, please submit this form and send your professional resume to information@uwmidland.org

*Resume Required*

You will receive a response regarding your application by email.