Any code of ethics is built on a foundation of widely shared values. The values of the Satchel Paige Foundation herein after "SPF", include but are not limited to:
A. Commitment to the public good
B. Commitment to ethical principles beyond those minimally required by the law
C. Respect for the worth and dignity of individuals
D. Inclusiveness and social justice
E. Respect for pluralism and diversity
F. Transparency, integrity and honesty
G. Responsible stewardship of resources; and
H. Commitment to excellence and to maintaining the public trust
These values inform and guide the actions that the SPF takes in developing our policies and informing our practices.

SATCHEL PAIGE FOUNDATION SINGLE PARENT SCHOLARSHIP FUND QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS AND INSTRUCTIONS

PURPOSE: To provide financial assistance to low income single parents who are pursuing a course of instruction that will improve their income earning potential.
CRITERIA:
Single parents will meet the following criteria.
1. U.S. Citizen
2. *Single adult, head of household (single, legally separated, divorced or widowed).
3. Custodial care of one or more children under 18
4. Resident of Cass, Clay, Platte or Jackson County in Missouri or Johnson, Leavenworth or Wyandotte County in Kansas
5. High school graduate or GED
6. Low-income
7. Acceptance to a local accredited Missouri or Kansas college/university or technical school.
8. Applied for Pell grant
9. Must not have previously received a degree from College or University

APPLICATION:
Each applicant will provide and/or submit the following by appropriate deadline:
1. Print application filled out in ink or typed
2. Identification (driver's license or Missouri State ID, original birth certificate and/or passport)
3. Social Security Card
4. Verification of Income, W2 for previous tax year
5. Acceptance letter to technical training institution or college or university.
6. Three letters of recommendation (forms enclosed) from people other than relatives who are familiar with your character and goals. Must be mailed to SPF prior to deadline
7. 300-word essay describing how adversities faced by Satchel Paige can help you to overcome obstacles in your life to achieve your goal.
8. Statement of goals explaining why you chose a particular course of study and what occupation you are considering.

DEADLINES:
1. Applications will be made available in October 1
2. Deadline for submitting application March 31
3. Applicants will be notified on June 30

PAYMENTS:
1. One-half of the scholarship amount will be paid at the beginning of the semester/term.
2. The remaining scholarship funds will be paid mid-semester.
3. End of each semester, student will provide SPF treasurer access to grades online.
*Single Parent defined as a single, divorced, widowed or legally separated head-of-household adult with custodial care of at least one child under the age of 18