Parents or guardians who wish to appeal a denied reimbursement request through the Children
First Education Fund (CFEF) may follow the steps outlined below:
Review Eligible Expenses
Ensure the denied purchase aligns with CFEF’s guidelines for qualified educational
expenses. These include educational items or materials, educational experiences, or
education-related therapies that directly support the scholarship recipient’s learning.
Misuse of scholarship funds can result in forfeiture and liability for repayment.
See full guidelines
Prepare Documentation
Gather all relevant materials related to the denied purchase, including receipts,
product descriptions, and a clear justification for its educational value. If the item cost
more than $1,000, ensure that pre-approval was requested, as required.
Submit a Written Appeal
- Draft and submit a formal appeal letter including:
- Student’s name and scholarship ID
- A detailed explanation of the denied purchase
- A justification explaining how the purchase qualifies under CFEF policy
- Supporting documentation (e.g., receipts, invoices, learning plans)
Send the Appeal
Submit the appeal to Executive Director, Ronnie Daniel by email at
[email protected], or by mail at 5414 W. Daybreak Pkwy., C-4 PMB #433. South
Jordan, UT 84009.. Keep copies of all submitted materials for your records.
Board Review Panel Evaluation
A panel of CFEF volunteer board members will review the appeal within 30 days. They
will evaluate the request based on existing policy criteria, documentation provided,
and any additional context offered in the appeal.
Await Response
Immediately following this review, CFEF will issue a written decision to the
parent/guardian using the contact information provided. The decision of the panel will
be considered final for the current program year.
