10X Future Founder Scholarship - Nomination Form

The 10X Future Founders Scholarship supports and celebrates students who are passionate about tech, innovation and entrepreneurship.

Student Eligibility Criteria:

Currently in Grade 11 at a high school in Calgary or surrounding areas (enrolled in Grade 12 for the 2024/2025 school year.
Shows interest and initiative in tech, innovation and/or entrepreneurship as demonstrated by one of the following:
- Active involvement in school or community programs/activities that help them build their skills and drive their passion for tech, innovation and entrepreneurship.
- Participation or enrollment in a tech education program (e.g. web development, coding education, robotics club, accelerator program, apprenticeship, etc.)
- Has started or has plans to start a company

Nominations must be completed by a student's mentor, teacher or principal. To complete the applications, students must complete the Student Application. Nominations and student applications must be submitted by June 14, 2024.

If you have any questions about Platform Calgary or the 10X Future Founder Scholarship, please reach out to community@platformcalgary.com.

Nominator Details

First name*

Last name*

Email*

Student Details

Student's First Name*

Student's Last Name*

Student's Email*

High School of Enrollment*

The student I am nominating is currently enrolled in Grade 11. *

Parent/Guardian First Name*

Parent/Guardian Last Name*

Parent/Guardian Email *

For the following questions, please limit your responses to 300 words or less:

Please provide an example(s) of how the student has demonstrated passion and/or initiative in tech, innovation or entrepreneurship?*

Does the student display community involvement and commitment to supporting or advancing their learning for tech, innovation and entrepreneurship? Please provide any examples or details. *

Is the student a role model and do they display leadership in their school/community? Please provide an example(s).*

Is the student open to learning from others and using what they have learned to nurture others and the community? Please provide an example(s).*

Are there any additional circumstances the student is experiencing that the selection committee should be aware of (e.g. the student is part of a vulnerable and/or marginalized community)?*