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.
Our Scholarship Policy outlines the expectations for awarding scholarships to eligible applicants.
By applying for this scholarship, applicants agree to abide by all eligibility requirements and provide accurate information. See our Terms & Conditions here.
Our 2025 Scholarship Opportunities flyer is a great place to start if you want to learn more.
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.
Feel free to contact Kent Embree or Bailee Duesterhaus, our program experts at (217) 222-1237. We’re here to support you!