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United Way of Midland 2025-2026 Project Blueprint Scholar Application
Please answer the following questions:
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First Name
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Last Name
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Email Address
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Phone Number
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Street Address
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City
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5-Digit Zip Code
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LinkedIn Profile Link (Optional)
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Race or Ethnicity?
Asian
Black or African American
Hispanic or Latino
White
Another race or ethnicity, please describe below
Self-describe below:
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Gender
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Female
Male
I prefer not to answer
Specify if needed:
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Please describe your educational background
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How did you hear about Project Blueprint?
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Project Blueprint Alumni
Friend/Colleague
Employer
Social Media
United Way Website
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Did you serve in the Military?
Yes
No
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Employment
Who is your current employer?
Job Title
Number of years worked
Business Address
City
State
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How does your background help you understand or represent different community viewpoints?
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Please list your skills and experiences
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Do you have prior experience serving on a Nonprofit Board of Directors or a nonprofit committee?
Yes
No
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If you answered yes to question 17, please describe your experience.
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Please list your volunteer experience below. Include the names of the organizations and years of service.
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Why are you interested in joining Project Blueprint 2025-2026 as a scholar?
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Please describe why you are interested in local nonprofit board or committee service.
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What motivates you to volunteer?
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I am prepared to make the time and service commitments required by the program if considered for membership.
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Yes
No
Training Sessions:
September 13, 2025 (9am - 2:30pm) Kickoff/Retreat Mixer
October 9, 2025 (6 - 8pm) -
Strategic Planning & More
November 13, 2025 (6 - 8pm) -
Governance & Fiduciary Responsibilities of Nonprofit Boards
December 4, 2025 (6 - 8pm) -
Financial Management and Transparency for Nonprofit Boards
January 8, 2026 (6 - 8pm) -
Boards Role in Resource Development
February 12, 2026 (6 - 8pm) -
Public Speaking: "Perfecting My Elevator Speech"
March 5, 2026 (11am - 1pm) -
Board Fair / Nonprofit Networking (Mandatory)
April 14, 2026 (5:30 - 7:30pm) -
Project Blueprint Graduation
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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.
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No
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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.
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No
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I have reviewed the expectations for the program (www.uwmidland.org/get-involved/project-blueprint), and I agree to abide by these standards.
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No
To complete the 2025-2026 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.
