Lee Fondiller Scholarship
Lee Fondiller Scholarship
The Lee Fondiller Scholarship is a $1,000 annual award established by Lee Fondiller, COO at Solar4Pools, Inc., to support students pursuing higher education at accredited colleges and universities across the United States. This scholarship reflects Lee Fondiller’s commitment to fostering the next generation of innovative thinkers and leaders. The scholarship is open to all students regardless of GPA, major, or field of study, with selection based on thoughtful, authentic essay responses that demonstrate self-reflection, personal growth, and clear communication.
About Scholarship
Investing in Authentic Voices and Personal Growth
The Lee Fondiller Scholarship is a $1,000 annual award established by Lee Fondiller, COO at Solar4Pools, Inc., to support students pursuing higher education at accredited colleges and universities across the United States.
Unlike many scholarship programs that focus primarily on academic achievement, the Lee Fondiller Scholarship values thoughtful self-reflection, authentic expression, and personal growth. Lee Fondiller believes these qualities are essential for future leaders and innovators across all fields of study.
Who Can Apply
To be eligible for the $1,000 Lee Fondiller Scholarship, applicants must:
Open to All Academic Backgrounds
No GPA Requirements: Lee Fondiller believes that academic potential and personal insight are not always reflected in grade point averages.
All Fields of Study Welcome: Whether you’re studying environmental science like Lee Fondiller did at Johns Hopkins University, or pursuing any other academic discipline, you are eligible to apply.
All Academic Levels: The scholarship is open to students at all stages of their higher education journey, from freshmen to graduate students.
Lee Fondiller believes these qualities are essential for future leaders and innovators, regardless of their chosen field of study.
If you meet the basic eligibility requirements, Lee Fondiller encourages you to apply and share your authentic voice through one of our essay prompts.
Application Process
Lee Fondiller has designed a straightforward application process for the Lee Fondiller Scholarship, focusing on your authentic voice and personal reflections rather than complex requirements.
1.Prepare Your Essay
Craft a thoughtful response that reflects your authentic experiences and insights.
Write a 500-700 word essay responding to your chosen prompt.
Format your essay as a PDF document.
Ensure your essay is original and not AI-generated, as Lee Fondiller values authentic human expression.
2.Submit Your Application
Upload your essay PDF through the online application portal
Review all information for accuracy before final submission
Submit your complete application before the deadline (December 20, 2025)
Essay Requirement
Lee Fondiller believes that thoughtful self-reflection and authentic expression are valuable skills for future leaders and innovators. The essay questions for the Lee Fondiller Scholarship are designed to elicit meaningful personal insights and demonstrate your capacity for introspection and growth.
Essay : Tell about a time you failed—and what it taught you about yourself.
Lee Fondiller is interested in how you process and learn from setbacks. This question invites you to:
Describe a specific instance in your life when you failed at something important to you. How did you handle it emotionally and practically, and what lasting lessons did it leave you with?
– Share a concrete example of a meaningful failure
– Reflect on your emotional and practical responses
– Articulate the lasting impact on your self-understanding
– Demonstrate how this experience has shaped your approach to challenges
Application Deadline:
December 20, 2025
Winner Announced:
December 29, 2025
Next Application Cycle Opens:
Spring 2026 (tentative)
- Award Disbursement: Funds will be sent directly to the recipient’s educational institution for the Fall 2025 semester.
– see more at: https://leefondillerscholarship.com