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Scholarship listings for 2009-2010

by Tracie Voitik

March 07, 2010

SCHOLARSHIP LISTINGS FOR 2009-2010

Applications are available in the Guidance Office organized by the number listed above the scholarship.
Please check often for updates.
If there is a website listed on the scholarship, access the application via the website.
Updated as of 3-5-10

1

Date: August 28, 2009

Program: Wendy’s High School Heisman

Award: Varies

Eligibility: Any high school senior who has at least a “B” average and has participated in at least one school-sponsored sport.

Application: www.wendysheisman.com

Deadline: October 1, 2009

2

Date: September 1, 2009

Program: 2010 Prudential Spirit of Community Awards

Award: $1000 for the top youth volunteer in each state and
10 $5000 National Honorees

Eligibility: Excel at a community service (Girl Scouts, 4-H, American Red Cross, YMCA, Volunteer Center of the Points of Life Foundation & Volunteer Center National Network) For more information: http://spirit.prudential.com or www.principals.org/prudential

Deadline: Nov 2, 2009

3

Date:   September 21, 2009

Program:  AES Engineering Scholarships

Award:   $500 to the winner(s)

Eligibility:  High school senior, Intend to earn a degree in
engineering, US citizen, B+ average, 90th % on ACT/SAT
www.aesengineers.com/scholarships.htm

Deadline: October 6, 2009
4
Date: October 16, 2009

Program: National Society Daughters of the American Revolution

Award: Political Science, History, Government, and Economics Scholarships / Nursing School Scholarships / Medical Scholarships / Etc.

Eligibility:  Varies

Contact: www.dar.org

Deadline: Varies

5
Date: October 16, 2009

Program: Illinois Daughters of the American Revolution

Award: Varies with the scholarship - renewable
General and General Henry Dearborn

Eligibility:  Must be planning to attend an Illinois College or University, Financial aid, grades, extracurricular activities, must be sponsored by contact listed below

Contact: Ruth Cheshareck @ 942-3972/Interview and Letter from the Alida C. Bliss Chapter in Morris

Deadline: February 1, 2010


6
Date:   October 16, 2009

Program: KFC Colonel’s Scholars

Award: $5000 per year

Eligibility: Graduating form HS this year (12/1/08 until 8/31/09), enrolling in a public college/university within their legal state of residence, US citizen, HS cumulative GPA of 2.75/4.0 of higher, pursuing a bachelor’s degree, financial need

Application: The online application will be available from Dec. 1, 2009 to Feb. 10, 2010, at www.kfcscholars.org.

Deadline: February 10, 200

7
Date: October 16, 2009

Program: Gates Millennium Scholars

Award: Varies

Eligibility: African, Asian Pacific Islander or Hispanic American or American Indian who meets Federal Pell Grant eligibility, has at least a 3.3/4.0 GPA and has demonstrated leadership though community service or activities.

Application:  www.gmsp.org

Deadline:  January 11, 2010
8

Date: October 16, 2009

Program: AXA Achievement Scholarship

Award: 42 - $10,000 State Winners
10 - $25,000 National Winners

Eligibility: Ambition and drive, Determination to set and reach goals, Respect for self, family and community, Ability to succeed in college

Application: www.axa-achievement.com

Deadline: December 15, 2009

9

Date: October 16, 2009

Program: Lincolnland Legend – Dollars for Scholars

Award: 19 -  up to $12,000 State Winners

Eligibility: Submit an essay to honor a business or community leader who has made an impression and made a difference in the community.

Application: www.illinoisdollarsforscholars.org

Deadline: December 1, 2009

10
Date: December 10, 2009

Program: Hintzsche Scholarship

Award: 6 - $1,000 Scholarships

Eligibility: Student going into an agriculture field such as ag business, ag economics, plant science/soil science, production agriculture, animal sciences, mechanics
“B” average
Enrolling in an accredited 2 or 4 year college, university, or vocational/technical school

Deadline:  February 12, 2010
11

Date: November 5, 2009

Program: Mediacom Communications World Class Scholarship

Award: (50) $1000 scholarships

Eligibility: Graduating high school student attending accredited post-secondary institution and lives in the region serviced by the North Central Division of Mediacom
Academic achievement, Leadership, References of 2 teachers, Essay required

Application:  www.mediacomworldclass.com

Deadline: Feb 10, 2010 (This scholarship needs a transcript.  Turn it into the guidance office no later than February 3, 2010)

12

Date: November 5, 2009

Program: GFWC Illinois Federation of Women’s Clubs

Award: $1000 Lorado Taft Art Scholarship
$500 Arthur Grant Smith Drama Scholarship
$1000 Hamiliton Ridge Music Scholarship
$300 Centennial Library Scholarship
$1000 Vocational Scholarship
$1000 Vina A. Miller International Affairs

Eligibility: Six scholarships are available for students interested in the field of Art, Drama, Music, Library Sciences, Vocational or International Affairs.  Financial need, Must attend an Illinois College

Deadline: Must be postmarked by February 16, 2010 (Must turn into the guidance office by February 9, 2010 as it needs a transcript)

13

Date: November 5, 2009

Program: CBAI Foundation for Community Banking

Award: $1000 scholarship

Eligibility: Essay: “What I like most about my community bank.”  

Deadline: Return to Grundy Bank by February 1, 2010
14

Date: December 2, 2009

Program: Cargill Community Scholarship

Award: $1000 to 350 high school seniors

Eligibility: Academic achievement and leadership in extracurricular and civic activities, Cargill employee signature on the application is required

Application: Online at www.cargill.com, keyword: scholarship
FFA Cargill Scholarship Hotline # 1-888-476-9332

Deadline: February 15, 2010

15

Date: December 2, 2009

Program: Kathryn G. Hansen Scholarship

Award: $500

Eligibility: High school senior graduating in the 2009-10 academic year pursing higher education in an office professional, secretarial, or business-related field within the state of Illinois

Deadline: February 12, 2010

16

Date: December 2, 2009

Program: Fred W. Anderson Scholarship

Award:     Varies; May Re-apply Each Year of College

Eligibility: MCHS Senior or Graduate and Have Need of Financial Aid

Deadline: February 15, 2010 - File FAFSA
March 5, 2010 - Application and Recommendations
April 21, 2010 - Student Aid Report

17

Date: December 2, 2009

Program: Joe Corsello and Carol Prenzler Scholarship

Award:   $500

Eligibility: Completed or will complete 6 terms of art or ceramics
Participated in art community activities
Participated in art competition
May major in any field

Deadline: March 5, 2010

18

Date: December 2, 2009

Program: Ortiz Eye and Hearing Associates

Award: $500 for a 2 or 4 year college

Eligibility: Major in a health related field
Essay explaining your career choice

Deadline: April 9, 2010

19

Date: December 2, 2009

Program: Robert Ciota Scholarship

Award: $1,000

Eligibility: Plan to attend a 4-year college
Exhibit academic ability
Good work ethic, and sound student citizen
Financial need is not a criterion

Deadline:  April 9, 2010

20

Date: December 2, 2009

Program:  Mueller School of Dance Performing Arts

Award: Scholarship amount to be determined

Eligibility:  Participated in performing arts in high school or outside of high school - drama, vocal music, instrumental music, dance, cheerleading, and pom pons
     Will major in performing arts at college

Deadline:   April 9, 2010

21

Date: December 2, 2009

Program: “M” Club Scholarship

Award: Two $500 scholarships - to one boy and one girl

Eligibility:  Active “M” Club member.   Compete in his/her sport at the junior college or university level.  Will not be receiving full compensation for college.

Deadline: April 9, 2010

22

Date: December 2, 2009

Program:  Eugene L. Funk Scholarship

Award: $500.00

Eligibility: A “B” average through 2nd term of senior year
Acceptance at a four-year college
A need for financial aid

Deadline: April 9, 2010

23

Date: December 2, 2009

Program: The Spirit of "Fru" Scholarship
In memory of Thomas G. Fruland

Award: $500

Eligibility: Accepted at a Division III or smaller college
Compete in his/her sport
Good attendance and work habits

Deadline: April 9, 2010

24

Date: December 2, 2009

Program:  James A. Muntefering, Jr. Memorial Scholarship

Award: $500 Scholarship

Eligibility: Same sport for 4 years; outstanding characteristics with no discipline referrals; will attend a junior college, technical school, or Division III college or
smaller; Must have a 3.5 GPA on a 5 point scale

Deadline: April 9, 2010

25

Date: December 2, 2009

Program: Exelon Nuclear - Dresden Generating Station

Award: $500

Eligibility: Two letters of recommendation and 300 word essay
on your positive high school experience
Major in technical, science or engineering at a 4-year
College, junior college, or technical school

Deadline: April 9, 2010

26

Date: December 2, 2009

Program: American Legion Post 294

Award: $1500-Joe B. Laughary College Scholarship

Eligibility: Based on financial need, scholarship, and personal goals

Deadline: March 5, 2010

27

Date:    December 2, 2009

Program:  Home for the Holidays Scholarship

Award: $1,000 Scholarship to a GAVC student
$1,000 Scholarship to a college-prep student

Eligibility: GAVC student who plans to attend college, junior college, or trade school  College prep-student who plans to attend a 4-year college or a 2-year college
Completed and/or completing (3) community service projects

Deadline: March 5, 2010

28

Date: December 2, 2009

Program: WCSJ-WJDK Radio Scholarship

Award: $500

Eligibility: Applicant must be a member of the current MCHS senior class and on track to graduate and attend either a 2 or 4 year college/university/tech school during the next school year and intend to major in a broadcasting related field (journalism, engineering, programming, on-air)

Deadline: March 5, 2010

29

Date: December 2, 2009

Program:  Mark McTague Scholarship

Award: $500 Scholarship

Eligibility: Senior at MCHS that has exhibited scholastic ability.  The applicant must have shown sound personal work traits such as punctuality, personal initiative and positive study habits.  Must provide two letters of recommendation.   Financial need is not a factor.

Deadline: April 9, 2010

30

Date: December 2, 2009

Program: Akzo-Nobel Community Scholarship

Award: $1000 Scholarship to an MCHS student

Eligibility: Chemistry or Chemical Engineering Major
Strong scholastic ability in the Sciences
Sound student citizen

Deadline: April 9, 2010

31

Date: December 2, 2009

Program: Masonic Cedar Lodge #124 Scholarship

Award: $750

Eligibility: Display sound-personal traits at home, church, school, work, and outside activities
Rank in the upper 40% of class

Deadline: March 5, 2010

32
Date: December 10, 2009

Program: Variety of Scholarships for Joliet Junior College

Award: Over 400 Scholarships for part- and full-time students.  Scholarships may be re-posted so check the web site frequently.

Application: www.jjc.edu/info/scholarships  (Online Scholarship Tracking and Review System - STARS Online available from Jan 1, 2010 to April 1, 2010)

33

Date: December 10, 2009

Program:  Omicron Chapter of The Delta Kappa Gamma Society

Award:   $775 – Omicron Recruitment Grant

Eligibility: Senior girl attending a high school in Grundy, LaSalle or Putman counties who is going into the field of education
Rank in the upper twenty-five percent of graduating class
Enrolling in an accredited college or university in Illinois

Application:  www.deltakappagamma.org/IL   Contact Norma Hedges at (815) 545-0448 or nahedges@Xnet.com with questions.

Deadline: January 6, 2010
34
Date: December 22, 2009

Program: 1st Farm Credit Services

Award: 23-$750 scholarships

Eligibility: Graduating high school seniors who have been accepted into an agriculture-related curriculum at a university, college, or community college
Academic achievement, community and agricultural youth organization involvement and a brief essay
Application also available online at www.1stfarmcredit.com

Deadline: Received by February 10, 2010  (This scholarship needs a transcript.  Turn it into the guidance office no later than February 3, 2009)

35
Date: December 22, 2009

Program: Scholar Milk Mustache of the Year (SAMMY 2008)

Award: 25 - $7500 College Scholarship
SAMMY Weekend at WDW – June 2009
Milk Mustache Ad

Eligibility: Academic Performance, Athletic Excellence, Leadership, Community Service

Application: Online – http://www.sammy.bodybymilk.com/

Deadline: March 5, 2010

36

Date: January 11, 2010

Program: Illinois Elks

Award: Several $1,000 scholarships renewable

Eligibility: Major in pre-physical therapy, occupational therapy
Or therapy assistant program
B average – Academic qualifications, financial need,
personality and desire

Application:  www.iea-ccc.info

Deadline: March 12, 2010

37
Date: January 12, 2010

Program: Illinois AMVETS Scholarships

Award: Varies

Eligibility: High school senior graduating in the 2009-10 academic year. Taken the ACT/SAT. Must have a satisfactory academic record.

Application:  www.ilamvets.org

Deadline: Postmarked by March 1, 2010 (This scholarship needs a transcript. Turn it into the guidance office no later than February, 25 2010
38

Date:   January 11, 2010

Program: Illinois Division of Sons of Confederate Veterans

Award: $1000

Eligibility: Student must be a descendant of a male who served honorably in the Army, Navy, Judicial Executive or Civil Service of the Confederate States of America.  500 word essay, high school transcripts.

Deadline: Must be postmarked before March 15, 2010 (Turn into the Guidance Office no later than March 11, 2010)

39

Date: January 12, 2010

Program: Morris Rotary Club Scholarship

Award: $1000

Eligibility: Sound personal traits in school, work, and community
Financial need and academic record are important selection criteria.
Interview required tentative date: April 15 around 7:00 P.M.

Deadline: March 25, 2010

40
Date: January 14, 2009

Program: The Illinois Odd Fellow-Rebekah Scholarship

Award: $500 and $1000

Eligibility: Financial Need

Application: www.ioof-il.org

Deadline:  Postmarked before March 1, 2009

41
Date: January 14, 2010

Program: 2010 Sam Walton Community Scholarship Program

Award: Non-renewable $1000 for the student’s first year of undergraduate study at an accredited college or university

Eligibility: The Student must be a graduating high school senior and may not be a Wal-Mart/Sam’s Club Associate, or be the child or legal dependent at a Wal-Mart/Sam’s Club Associate.  Financial need a factor

Application: http://walmartstores.com/CommunityGiving/8736.aspx
Access Code – SWCS

Deadline: January 29, 2010

42

Date: January 14, 2010

Program: Young Women in Public Affairs – Zonta Club of Joliet

Award: (1) $1000 and (1) $500

Eligibility: Female student who is a leader and active volunteer, two letters of recommendation, Essay

Application available on line at www.jolietzonta.com

Deadline: January 30, 2010

43

Date: January 14, 2010

Program: Joliet Junior College Foundation Scholarship

Award: Tuition and fees credit for the academic year, up to a maximum of $2160, including the following summer semester

Eligibility:  MCHS Senior who will be attending JJC full time
GPA of 4.0 (B average) or higher and minimum 21 on the ACT and complete the FAFSA

Deadline: On or before March 1, 2010 (Must be submitted by Feb. 24, 2010 as a transcript and counselor signature is needed)
44
Date: January 15, 2010

Program: Morris Theatre Guild’s Maurice Alford Scholarship

Award: $500

Eligibility: Career in theatre arts, speech, or communications (not journalism)

Deadline: Completed application (including essay and 2 letters of recommendation) must be submitted to the guidance office by March 8, 2010 to allow time to attach a current transcript.  Application must be postmarked by March 15, 2010.

45
Date: January 15, 2010

Program: Morris Hospital Foundation and Auxiliary

Award: $1000 Foundation Scholarship
$1000 Carol Harrington Foundation Scholarship
3-$1000 Morris Hospital Auxiliary Scholarships
$1000 Morris Hospital Auxiliary Maxine Burroughs
Nursing Scholarship

Eligibility: For students who are engaged in a hospital related health care course of study.

Deadline: Return to the MCHS guidance office for official transcript by March 24, 2010. Must be postmarked by April 1, 2010.

46

Date: January 25, 2010

Program: Kenneth S. Hammer Award

Award: $1,000

Eligibility: Major in Education
Write a 300-word essay about your decision on
Becoming a teacher

Deadline: April 9, 2010

47

Date: January 25, 2010

Program: Township Officials of Illinois Scholarship Program

Award: 7 - $2000

Eligibility: B average, participation in Extracurricular and community activities, 500 word essay, 2 letters of recommendation, transcript, cover letter and completed application

Application: Pick up at Morris Township Office, 203 W. Washington St or call 942-0754

Deadline: March 1, 2010  (Must be submitted to the guidance office by Feb. 25, 2010 as it requires a transcript.)

48

Date: January 25, 2010

Program: IL Lumber and Material Dealers Association

Award: Several scholarships ranging from $500 to $2,000

Eligibility: Major in building trades or related field at a 4-yr. college, junior college or trade school

Deadline: Submitted to the ILMDA by April 1, 2010
Must be submitted to MCHS guidance office by March 25, 2010 as official transcripts are needed!

49
Date: February 2, 2010

Program: Financial Plus Credit Union Scholarship Fund

Award: Four (4) $500

Eligibility: FPCU Member, Graduating High School Senior who will be enrolled as a full time student in an accredited college, university, or trade school, 3.5/5.0 GPA

Application:  www.financialplus.org

Deadline: Returned to Financial Plus Credit Union by April 16, 2010
(Must be submitted to the guidance office by April 8, 2010 as it requires a transcript and needs 2 references.)
50

Date: February 3, 2010

Program: Grundy County Farm Bureau Foundation

Award: $500.00

Eligibility: Parents must be a member in good standing of the Grundy County Farm Bureau.  Applicant must be accepted to a two or four-year college.  Selection will be based on grades, honors, rank in class, ACT score and school and community activities.  Must have two-letters of recommendation.

Deadline:  Must be received by the Grundy County Farm Bureau by 4:00 March 19, 2010 (Must be submitted to the Guidance Office by March 15 as it requires a transcript)
51
Date: February 4, 2010

Program Morris Business and Professional Women

Award: $500

Eligibility: Senior-woman who will be majoring in the math or science field
Need, Scholarship, Character, and Indication of Future Success

Deadline: April 1, 2010 (Please return this to the guidance office by March 25, 2010 as it requires a transcript.)

52

Date: February 4, 2010

Program: Grundy County Soil & Water Conservation District

Award: $500

Eligibility: High school senior who lives in or attends school in Grundy County and plans on entering a natural resource/ conservation area or an agricultural related field.

Deadline: April 16, 2010

53

Date: February 10, 2010

Program: Illinois Heartland Decorative Artists

Award: $1000 Scholarship

Eligibility: 6 to 10 photos of artwork completed within the past 4 years; College art major

Deadline: Postmarked by March 30, 2010

54

Date:  February 10, 2010

Program: Contractors Association of Will and Grundy Counties

Award: Varies

Eligibility: Applicant must be a son or daughter of an owner or full-time employee of a CAWGC company or the child of a Will/Grundy union building tradesman
Planning to attend college full time with a major in construction related curriculum such as construction management, architecture, engineering, interior design, etc.

Deadline: Return to the guidance office by April 23, 2010 for an official transcript.  Applications and transcripts must be received at the CAWGC by April 30, 2010.

55

Date: February 12, 2010

Program: Sean Valentine Memorial Scholarship

Award: $500

Eligibility: Participation in Art classes and community activities must attend either a two or four year college and receive a “C” average the first semester.  Applicant does not need to be majoring in art.

Deadline: April 9, 2010
56

Date: February 11, 2010

Program: Grundy Area Vocational Center Scholarships

Award: Varies

Eligibility: Several scholarships are available for GAVC students to apply for. Each scholarship has its own criteria for applying.  Most GAVC students qualify for at least one of these scholarships.  

Application: www.gavc-il.org

Deadline: All scholarship applications are due to Mr. Hulbert, Assistant Director, by Friday, March 26th, 2010.  (Turn in to MCHS Guidance by March 23, 2010 as most need a transcript)

57

Date: February 23, 2010

Program: Rosie Paulson Memorial Scholarship

Award: $1000

Eligibility: Applicants must major in a health related field, show willingness to help others and demonstrate a positive attitude toward fellow students, teachers and staff.

Deadline: April 9, 2010
58
Date: February 23. 2010

Program: Martha A. Slyter Elementary Education Scholarship

Award: $1000

Eligibility: Current high school senior and resident of Grundy County that plans to enroll in a two-year or four-year university and major in elementary education.  Must provide two letters of recommendation and high school transcript.

Deadline: Must be returned to the Regional Office by April 9, 2010.  Please turn it into the Guidance Office no later than April 6, 2010 to process.

59

Date: February 25, 2010

Program: Society of Women Engineers, Chicago Section

Award: $1500

Eligibility: Female applicant accepted in to an engineering or computer science program by an accredited college for the Fall 2010 semester and GPA above 3.0/4.0, essay, transcripts, and a letter of recommendation.

Application: www.swe.org/chicago/scholarship.html

Deadline: April 15, 2010 (Please submit to the Guidance Office by April 12, 2010 at a transcript is required)
60

Date: March 3, 2010

Program: Illinois Sheriff’s Association Scholarship

Award: $500

Eligibility: Permanent Illinois Resident, Scholarship is for a full time student (2010-11) attending a school within the state of Illinois, Requires letter of recommendation, personal letter, and an essay

Application:  www.ilsheriff.org

Deadline: Return to Guidance Office by April 8, 2010 (as it needs a transcript)
Postmarked by April 12, 2010

61

Date: March 4, 2010

Program: Morris High School Quarterback Club Scholarship

Award: $500

Eligibility: Any Morris High School senior football player who will be attending college next year.  

Deadline: Must be submitted to the Morris Quarterback Club, PO Box 389, Morris, IL 60450 by April 9, 2010

62

Date: February 4, 2010

Program: Morris Area Garden Club

Award: $250

Eligibility: Must be a graduating senior who plans to major in horticulture who will be enrolling in a vocational school or college, teacher recommendation and transcript.

Deadline: April 9, 2010 (Please return this to the guidance office by April 5, 2010 as it requires a transcript)

63

Date: April 27, 2009

Program: Mark Staehey Memorial Firefighter Scholarship

Award: $2000

Eligibility: Essay on your chosen major and what becoming a firefighter means to you.

Deadline:  Postmarked by March 31, 2010

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