Scholarships with Downloadable Applications
Each of the following scholarships requires a unique application. Use the link at the bottom of each scholarship listing to download the appropriate application to print.
For more information or to request an application contact the Community Foundation of Northern Illinois at (815) 962-2110.
Chief David G. Bailey Fire Science Scholarship
Criteria: Applicants must be firefighters currently serving in one of the following areas: Cherry Valley Fire Protection District; M.A.B.A.S. Division 8 Fire Departments both primary & secondary members or Kirkland, IL & Freeport, IL rural and city fire departments Funds must be used for tuition for an accredited, sanctioned or certified course relating to fire science and/or emergency medical services training and may include seminars and workshops. The applicant’s commanding officer must approve courses as being pertinent to the needs of the department. Call the Community Foundation at 815-962-2110 for further information.
Deadline: Funds available on a first-come, first-served basis.
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Randall A. Blank Memorial Scholarship
Criteria: Graduate of a public or private school within the boundaries of Rockford School District #205 who has declared a major of police science or a similar field and will be in the second, third or fourth year at a college or university next year.
Deadline: March 1