FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

Applicants and Parents

Q: Is someone other than a child of an employee eligible?
A: The program is for the benefit of employees' children only. Unfortunately, this means that no cousins, siblings or other relatives other than children are eligible to apply.

Q: I have someone who lives with me. He or she is practically like my own child. Is he or she eligible?
A: Only children who are legally related to you are eligible to apply. This would include individuals for whom you serve as a legal guardian, adopted children, step-children, and biological children.

Q: While employed by Jefferies, I am working toward my degree. May I apply?
A: Although you are not eligible to apply for a scholarship, some of your educational cost may be reimbursable. To learn more about the Tuition Reimbursement Program, consult your Employee Handbook or the Firm's corporate Intranet site, under People Services, Employee Policies, Employee Handbook pdf. If you still have questions, contact Leesa Love-Bennett (310) 914-1098.

Q: I am a current recipient of a JFS award. Do I need to renew for the next year?
A: All scholarship recipients must apply to renew their scholarship.

Q: I recently finished my degree and would like to pursue an additional degree. Am I still eligible to renew my scholarship or am I considered a new applicant?
A: Upon completion of a degree, you must apply as a new applicant for your new level of education.

Q: What if my parent leaves Jefferies while I am a recipient of the award, can I still renew?
A: A scholarship will be awarded for the period of time that the student matriculates toward the degree program he or she is pursuing, without interruption, at the time the scholarship is initially awarded, subject to annual renewal.

Donors

Q: Is my donation tax deductible?
A: Yes! JFS is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, and, as such, all donations are tax deductible.

Q: As a Jefferies employee, can I have my donation automatically deducted from my pay check?
A: Absolutely. To have your donation deducted from your paycheck, please contact Mel Locke at mlocke@Jefferies.com or call (310) 914-1095.

Q: Does Jefferies have a contribution matching program?
A: It sure does. To learn more about guidelines for matching funds, contact Maria Magpantay via email at mmagpantay@Jefferies.com or call (310) 914-6050.

Q: Will I get a receipt for my donation?
A: Donors will receive a receipt of donation by February of the year following their contribution. To receive a receipt prior to February of the following year, please contact Dorothy Grace at DorothyGrace55@aol.com.

Q: How do I obtain a financial report for JFS?
A: You may obtain a copy of the Jefferies Family Scholarship financial report by sending a written request to:

Dorothy Grace
Treasurer, JFS
DorothyGrace55@aol.com