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Application Directions:

The application must be completed in full and received no later than 11:59 pm on December 31, 2024. A committee of CFBC volunteers, staff, and board of directors will evaluate the written applications, interview potential candidates, and select qualified applicants. Successful applicants will possess demonstrated community interest, self-motivation, and strong character. The selection committee is looking to fill a diverse cohort of enthusiastic philanthropists representing various backgrounds and geographic areas of Boone County who demonstrate their potential for leadership and services to their communities, and who are willing to translate the benefits of the program into a greater level of participation.

Responsibilities:(Required)

1. Mandatory attendance at the kickoff meeting Aug. 12, 2025 and the graduation ceremony May 6, 2026. Attend at least 6 of the remaining 8 meetings (Sept. 9, Oct. 14, Nov. 12, Jan. 13, Feb. 10, Mar. 10, Apr. 14). Note: there will additionally be a social happy hour on Dec. 9.

2. Pay tuition of $1,000

3. Attend 3 local events outside of the BCL curriculum during the length of the program to get out of your norm and push to learn new things about the county (examples include Women of Impact Boone County, Annual State of the Community Breakfast, State of the School meetings, etc.).

I agree to the BCL requirements.

Your Personal Information

Your Name(Required)

Prefix First Last Suffix

Your Email Address(Required)

Enter Email Confirm Email

Address(Required)

Street Address Address Line 2 City State / Province / Region ZIP / Postal Code Country

Your Phone(Required)

Community Involvement

BCL is looking for people who can demonstrate their involvement in the community and volunteering. This is your place to list all of those opportunities, so we encourage you to spend time thinking through your volunteer opportunities and different ways you've been involved in the community, and be sure to list them all.

Involvement Experiences(Required)

Please list your involvement in community, social, and professional organizations. Click the plus sign on the right to add additional experiences.

Organization Name

Dates Served

Position

Details

Describe what you consider to be your most important leadership accomplishment(s) to date.(Required)

What do you feel are two of the most pressing issues in our Boone County community?(Required)

What local ideas/initiatives have you wanted to be involved in?(Required)

What local community solutions &/or needs do you want to learn more about?(Required)

General Details

How did you hear about Boone County Leadership program?(Required)

What are your expectations for the program, and what do you hope to gain from participating?(Required)

What unique perspectives or insights do you bring to the cohort, and how do you believe they will contribute to the diversity and growth of the group?(Required)

Which industry category best describes the area in which you presently work/serve?(Required)

Accounting, Construction, Education, Hospitality, etc.

Upload Your Resume(Required)

Upload your resume in .pdf, .doc or .docx format

Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, Max. file size: 25 MB.

Upload Two (2) Letters of Recommendation(Required)

Upload your letters of recommendation in .pdf, .doc or .docx format

Drop files here or

Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, Max. file size: 25 MB.

Demographic Questions

As a part of CFBC's commitment to inclusion, diversity, equity, and accessibility, please share how you identify with the following questions. This data is confidential and will only be shared with CFBC's personnel for program facilitation.

Gender(Required)

Racial or Ethnic Identity(Required)

American Indian or Alaska Native

Asian or Asian American

Bi/Multiracial

Black or African American

Hispanic or Latinx

Native Hawaiian or other Pacific Islander

White or Caucasian

Other

Age Group(Required)

Are you an active or retired personnel of any branch of military?(Required)

Yes, I am currently active in service.

Yes, I am a retired veteran.

No, does not apply.

CFBC is committed to ensuring equal access to all individuals. If you require any reasonable accommodations to participate fully in this program, please share your request(s) below. Select all that apply.(Required)

American Sign Language Interpretation

Assisted Listening Device

Audio Description

Braille Materials

CART Live Captions

Chemical Sensitivity Relief

Handicap Parking / Building Entrance

I will be bringing or using a Mobility Device (i.e. wheelchair, powerchair, scooter, walker, crutches, cane, etc.)

Integrated Wheelchair Seating (sit-in Mobility Device)

International Sign Language Interpretation

Optical Character Reader

Personal Attendant / Care Provider

Screen Reader Accessible Electronic Materials (Emailed)

Sensory Relief

Service Animal Relief

Sighted Guide

Translation Services

Wheelchair Transfer Seating (Sit in Chair)

Other

I do not need an ADA accommodation.

In addition to the accommodations listed above, how can we best facilitate and provide support during your participation in the class if selected? You are not required to disclose any specific disability, but we encourage you to inform us of any needs so that we can make appropriate arrangements.

Financial Commitment & Scholarships

The tuition per participant is $1,000. Community and alumni support makes it possible to offer limited financial assistance to those in need, removing barriers to participation and encouraging greater diversity and inclusion for individuals of all abilities. Tuition assistance requests are considered only after the class selection process is complete and will in no way impact consideration of your Boone County Leadership application. A limited number of scholarships of up to 90 percent of the total tuition are provided by the Community Foundation of Boone County. The scholarship is available to one individual per organization. The applicant is responsible for securing funding to cover the remaining balance of the tuition, whether through personal funds, employer, or community sponsor.

If selected, how do you intend to pay the $1,000 tuition and expenses?(Required)

Self-funded

Employer

Seeking scholarship from CFBC

External sponsor

Other

If looking for a scholarship from CFBC, please state in two paragraphs or less why you should be selected as a scholarship recipient. Include your current or planned community involvement and how you anticipate Boone County Leadership will be of benefit to you.

Terms and Conditions(Required)

By signing below I acknowledge that I have read, understand, and agree to the following:

1. I understand the $1,000 tuition fee is to be paid in full by July 1, 2025, either immediately or in installments.

2. I understand the time commitments of the Boone County Leadership program: mandatory attendance at the kickoff meeting on Aug. 12, 2015, graduation dinner on May 6, 2026, and at least 6 of 8 of the remaining meetings.

3. My signature warrants that all information contained in this application is true and correct.

I agree to the terms and conditions.

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