Arthur M. Godfrey Foundation-Advanced Certification

Scholarship Name:

Arthur M. Godfrey Foundation-Advanced Certification

Purpose:

To encourage the growth of General Aviation utilizing the media forms that Arthur M. Godfrey used in his career, namely audio and video.

Eligibility:

Open to applicants ages 18-25 years at the time of application who hold a current private pilot license

Value:

$5,000 limit

Application Submission Process and Completion Date:

Stage One:

The entry deadline is November 30 of each year. Scholarships will be awarded the following year.

Each contestant must submit a completed application form to The Arthur M. Godfrey Aviation Foundation, Inc., by mail prior to September 1 of each year of intended entry of contest.

If a contestant has not sent in their application prior to their entry, then their video entry will not be considered in the final contest judging. If a video is tardy and arrives past the deadline, it will not be considered unless arrangements have been made prior to the deadline.

Contestants must develop a video with audio (DVD) which must be at least 12 minutes, but does not exceed 15 minutes, in duration.

The content of the DVD must contain the following:

1-The narrator must mention “The Arthur Godfrey Aviation Foundation” at least four times within the video.
2- The purpose of the video.
3- Your passion for flying and where and when you became interested in aviation.
4- Your name and age, where you live (city and country of residence), and goals (personal and career).
5- Where you plan to attend flight school.
6- Whether you have any flight experience and, if so, how many hours have you logged. Also, note if you currently rated.

The content of the DVD needs to promote general aviation toward individuals ages 16-20 who are not currently involved in aviation. Contestants who use music as a part of their production should credit the artist on the DVD credits or endeavor to have the artist’s written permission. Provide a copy of the release to The Arthur M. Godfrey Aviation Foundation, Inc.

Contestants should post their video on the Internet, post a link to the location, and make certain to note that it is for The Arthur M. Godfrey Aviation Foundation Scholarship Contest. Each contestant will mail 5 DVD or CD copies of their production to The Arthur M. Godfrey Aviation Foundation, Inc., Joseph J. Gleason, 1545 East Lake Parker Drive, Lakeland, Florida 33801, Telephone: (863) 667-1043.

Stage One closes on November 30.

The Arthur M. Godfrey Aviation Foundation, Inc., must have received the entry copies of each contestant’s production no later than 6:00 pm on November 30th, or if that date is on a weekend, the last business day prior to November 30. Any production received after that date will not be considered for the current year. All entries should be sent to The Arthur M. Godfrey Aviation Foundation, Inc., Joseph J. Gleason, 1545 East Lake Parker Drive, Lakeland, Florida 33801, Telephone: (863) 667-1043.

Selection Process:

Stage Two:
Following the close of Stage One, the “Selection Committee” will judge all entries.

The Selection Committee consists of prominent members of the media and/or communications industry as well as the Board of Directors of The Arthur M. Godfrey Aviation Foundation, Inc. The Selection Committee will review the CD/DVD submissions made at the start of Stage One and judge them. The Selection Committee will determine all the winners for all Stages.

Application:

Download the Application (PDF)

History/Background:

Arthur Morton Godfrey was born in New York City, New York, on August 31, 1903. He was an influential radio and television broadcaster and entertainer who was instrumental in promoting general aviation. His efforts popularized flying and encouraged many individuals to learn to fly.

Website:

The Arthur M. Godfrey Aviation Foundation, Inc.