Caretakers
& Selection Committee
Thank you for supporting students on their scholarship journey. Download our Scholarship Policy, Terms & Conditions for Applicants, and our 2025 Scholarship Opportunities flyer here. You may also access our scholarship portal below. For questions, contact program experts Kent or Bailee at 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 Flyer
2025 Scholarship FlyerOur 2025 Scholarship Opportunities flyer is a great starting point for you and your students to learn more. Please consider distributing the flyer to your eligible students.
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 member recommendations.
March 15 – Approved 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 for Scholarship recipients.
MAY
May 2 – Caretaker submits final recommendation for scholarship award.
