Caretakers & Selection Committee
Thank you for supporting your students on this important scholarship journey. Our Scholarship Policy and Terms & Conditions for Scholarship Applicants are conveniently available for download here. For questions you may have, please reach out to one of our program experts, Kent or Bailee, and 217-222-1237.
Scholarship Policy
Scholarship PolicyOur Scholarship Policy outlines the expectations for awarding scholarships to eligible applicants.
Terms & Conditions for Scholarship Applicants
Terms & ConditionsBy applying for this scholarship, applicants agree to abide by all eligibility requirements and provide accurate information. See our Terms & Conditions here.
2025 Scholarship Due Dates
FEBRUARY
February 10 - Community Foundation Scholarship applications go live for students.
MARCH
March 1 - Caretaker due date for submitting selection committee recommendations.
March 15 – Selection Committee members may access system.
APRIL
April 1 - Committee members due date for submitting Conflict of Interest form (online).
April 1 – Due Date for Scholarship application submissions.
April 4 – Committee members begin application evaluations.
April 11 - Committee members deadline for completing evaluations.
April 17 – Scores sent to Caretakers by this date.
April 17 through May 2 – Selection Committees meet to determine final recommendations.
MAY
May 2 – Caretaker submits final recommendation for scholarship award.
