We are thrilled to announce the creation of our first-ever scholarship fund, named in honor of Mrs. Mary Gibbs. Who is Mrs. Gibbs? She was one of the first people I met when I started the organization. I vividly remember receiving a message from a family member in 2016, informing us that Mrs. Gibbs' neighbor was overcharging her for lawn care. I went over to mow her lawn, and she was pleasantly surprised to learn it was free. From that day on, I regularly mowed her lawn. Over time, we grew close, and I affectionately called her my adopted grandmother, as both of my grandmothers had passed away by then.
There is even a photo of Mrs. Gibbs with us that went viral in 2017, amassing over 2 million likes. She always got a kick out of that. The moments we shared after mowing her lawn, sitting on her porch, and talking about life were truly special. Every time I posted, "Today I did Mrs. Gibbs' Lawn," the Raising Men and Women Lawn Care Service family online eagerly awaited a new picture of her. Everyone loved her.
Sadly, she passed away two years ago. To honor her memory, we have named this scholarship after her.
🌿 Fill out the application below to be considered for the Mary Gibbs Scholarship.
Support the Fund
Would you like to help fund this scholarship? Every contribution makes a difference.
Let's start with the basics. Please fill in your personal details exactly as they appear on your official documents.
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Academic Background
Share your current academic standing. This helps our committee understand where you are in your educational journey.
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College & Post-Secondary Plans
Tell us where you're headed and what you plan to study. If you haven't applied yet, that's okay — share your plans as they stand today.
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Personal Statements
This is your chance to tell your story. Be honest, genuine, and specific — our committee wants to hear from you, not a polished version. Take your time.
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Recommendations & Supporting Documents
Upload your letters of recommendation and required paperwork. At least one recommendation letter and your transcript are required. Accepted formats: PDF, DOC, DOCX, JPG, PNG. Max 10MB per file.
Note: File names are recorded with your application. If you experience any upload issues, you may email documents directly to us at [email protected] with your full name in the subject line.
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Parent / Guardian Information
Please provide contact information for a parent or guardian. We may reach out to them as part of the review process.
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Consent & Certification
Please read and acknowledge each statement carefully before submitting your application.
Verification Consent
I authorize Raising Men Lawn Care Service to verify the information provided in this application, including academic records, references, and any other relevant details.
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Contact Consent
I authorize Raising Men Lawn Care Service to contact my school, recommenders, and any references listed in this application for purposes of review.
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Media Consent(Optional)
I give permission for my name, photo, story, and scholarship recognition to be featured in Raising Men Lawn Care Service marketing materials, social media, newsletters, and press releases.
Certification of Accuracy
I certify that all information submitted in this application is true, accurate, and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that any misrepresentation or falsification may result in immediate disqualification and potential revocation of any awarded scholarship.
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Application Submitted!
Thank you for applying for the Mary Gibbs Scholarship.
We've received your application and our team will review it carefully.
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Our committee will be in touch within 2–4 weeks with an update on your application status.
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Help Keep This Fund Growing
Want to help a future student earn this scholarship? Consider making a donation to the Mary Gibbs Scholarship Fund in her memory.
