Due March 15
AAUW Angeline Gale Memorial Scholarship
The scholarship is named after Angeline Gale, an educator and founder of our branch. Each year since 1971, the Naperville Branch of AAUW has offered the ANGELINE GALE MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP to a mature woman working toward completion of her bachelor's degree. Tradition and policy dictate that the recipient of the year's $3,000 scholarship reside in the areas served by our branch, Naperville, Aurora, Bolingbrook, Joliet, Lisle, Plainfield, Warrenville, or Woodridge, and that she be a woman older than the usual college age who will graduate within one and one half years. Other factors considered include financial need, grade point average, and career plans. The scholarship can be awarded to someone attending part-time and/or already receiving financial aid as well as full-time non-funded students. The selection process will be completed by mid-April and the funds made available by the beginning of the summer school semester or term. If you are interested in more information about this scholarship, email us for an application at napermember@yahoo.com. Completed applications are due each year no later than March 15.
Due March 31
AMICI Naperville Area Italian American Club Announces College Scholarship Competition
The AMICI Naperville Area Italian American Club, a.k.a. Amici Club, has been in existence since 2004 and for the last 3 years the organization has offered a scholarship to a deserving high school graduate of Italian descent who is interested in further education. the 2011 scholarship, based on merit, has been increased to $1,000. More information can be found at www.amiciclub.org/Highlights.htm.
Scholarship recipients who have best satisfied committee specified merit-only criteria are chosen from among qualifying Naperville area high school senior applicants of Italian descent who will be attending college next fall. All high school seniors who meet stated requirements are encouraged to apply.
Deadline for this year’s application is March 31. Complete details of the scholarship competition and other club information may be found on Amici Club’s Web site, www.amiciclub.org or by If you have any questions, please contacting Wayne Piccin, President, Amici Naperville Area Italian American Club, at (630) 961.2031, (630) 779.1349 or via e-mail: W.Piccin@att.net.
Apply to participate in December
American Legion National Annual High School Oratorical Contest
The Naperville American Legion Post 43 hosts its annual National American Legion High School Oratorical Contest every year. Students of high school age from Naperville and Lisle are encouraged to participate.
For more information and answers to questions, contact Don Hennessy, Contest Chairman for American Legion Naperville Post 43, (630) 355-4679) or 1071 Devonshire Ave., Naperville, IL 60540 or gddh55@sbcglobal.net.
Essentials At Naperville Contest Level to vie for National Scholarship of $18,000
1. Draft in writing a "Prepared Oration" on some phase(s) of the U.S. Constitution which will give emphasis to the attendant duties and obligations of a citizen that can be given in no less than 8 minutes and no more than 10 minutes. It must have a title. It does not have to be recited verbatim, but contestants must adhere to the ideas prepared. It is suggested that contestants memorize an outline, along with a beginning and an ending, and practice with a teacher or parent who will give constructive comments.
Because of the time requirements, and because one may speak at a different rate in different locations, it is good to have items that can be added, or left out, just before starting the final ending, depending on time warning signs which will appear at the 8, 9 and 10 minute marks. Use a timer when practicing. Have pleasant facial expression. Do not be a statue. Be your natural self, but use expression and emphasis like good speakers do.
2. Be prepared to speak no less than 3 minutes and no more than 5 minutes on the "Assigned Topic" which will be selected at contest time. It will be one of the four parts of the U.S. Constitution. You will receive notice of the four parts months in advance of the contest date. Time warning signs will appear at the 3, 4, and 5 minute marks.
3. No notes, no microphone, and no podium will be used while speaking.
4. Only one contestant will be accepted from each High School invitation in the Naperville area. Ten days or more before contest date, the 1st Sunday in December, the American Legion Contest Chairman for Naperville, Don Hennessy, 630-355-4679, will need to confirm with a School Representative (1) the name and (2) phone number of the contestant that will appear and compete at the contest from that High School. Earlier confirmations from the High School are appreciated.
5. Appear in business attire with a parent or teacher. Bring a written copy of your "Prepared Oration" which has a title. "Sign In" at the American Legion Hall, 8 W. Chicago, 2nd Floor, Naperville, on 1st Sunday in December at 1:30 PM..
6. The order of speaking will be determined by lot at contest time. Contestants will not hear speeches of other contestants, but parents, teachers and guests may attend and hear the speeches of all contestants. The 1st, 2nd and 3rd Place Winners will be announced the same afternoon after all contestants have been heard - the same afternoon. Prizes of $300, 200 and $100 will be awarded.
7. When facts or figures are used, have good back-up sources and references for same in your file. It would be embarrassing to later learn a speech contained erroneous facts or figures.
8. This National Contest has occurred annually since 1938. The same format repeats at 5 state contest levels with the 1st place contestant advancing to the next level. The State Champion then competes against the other 49 States in the National Contest which has 3 contest levels. State college awards of $15,000 are spread among State contestants. National college awards over $100,000 are spread among National contestants with $18,000, $16,000 and $14,000 going to the three finalists.
For more information and answers to questions, please contact Don Hennessy at (630) 355-4679 or 1071 Devonshire Ave., Naperville, IL 60540.
Bridge Builders Scholarship A fundraising team dedicated to supporting Bridge Communities’ Transitional Housing Program has initiated a scholarship program.
Any child of an active Bridge Communities client family is eligible to apply for a scholarship. The applicant must be planning to attend either a two or four year college or trade school and must have a letter of acceptance to the school. The student is required to fill out an application that includes an essay. The scholarship checks are made out to the school so that the funds can be applied directly to tuition and other educational costs.
To learn more about Bridge Builders’ scholarship program, please contact Kathy Doyle at kdoyle196@aol.com or (630) 942-0824 or Patricia Lekacz at plekacz@att.net.
Bridge Communities, Inc. is a dynamic, grassroots, nonprofit organization committed to transforming the lives of homeless families in DuPage County through partnering with talented, resourceful individuals and groups in the community. Its program of transitional housing, mentoring and supportive services empowers families to increase life skills and earning power to promote self-sufficiency, sustain permanent housing, and break the cycle of poverty within the family unit. To donate to Bridge Communities, or to find out how to support Bridge in other ways, please call Mark Milligan at (630) 545-0610, ext.10 or visit www.bridgecommunities.org.
Evening Kiwanis awards two ‘Education Scholarships’
The Naperville Evening Kiwanis grants two Education Scholarship Awards. The award is granted to a graduating senior in the Waubonsie Valley High School Key Club who is enrolled at an accredited college or university for the following year. The purpose of this award is to recognize students for their display of leadership, community service and successful educational efforts in furtherance of their education. While class rank or GPA is not the primary requirement of the award, Kiwanis International believes that working to achieve a quality education is not just the job of the school, but is the primary occupation of every student.
The Kiwanis Club of Naperville - Evening seeks to recognize the balance of these efforts as much as results.
The Naperville Evening Kiwanis raises money for these awards, as well as annual awards to many Naperville area non-profit organizations through two major fund raisers every year. First is the March Pancake Festival where members flip thousands of flapjacks, and second is by selling pre-packaged peanuts during Peanut Days in September at local supermarkets & train stations.
Legislative Scholarships
Every year, the Illinois General Assembly grants each legislator the opportunity to award scholarships to deserving students residing in their respective Districts.
Due April 1
The mission of Naperville Dollars for Scholars is to offer Naperville students financial aid for higher education. Naperville Dollars for Scholars is a 501(c)(3) chapter of Illinois Dollars for Scholars and Scholarship America.
For more information about the organization, how to volunteer, donations or student applications, visit the organization’s website at www.NapervilleDollarsforScholars.org.
They can also be reached by phone at (630) 568-9913, or by e-mail at info@NapervilleDollarsforScholars.org.
Due April 1
Naperville Garden Club Scholarships
Garden club offers scholarships
Scholarship applications are now being accepted by the Naperville Garden Club for area students who plan to study agriculture, botany, forestry, landscape architecture or management, horticulture or other related fields.
Scholarships are granted on the basis of merit, academic achievement and commitment to career. These scholarships are renewable on a yearly basis provided the student reapplies, remains in an environmentally related field of study, is in good standing with his or her college or vocational school, and continues to meet the program's standards.
These scholarships are funded by the Club's only fund raiser, The Cup of Cheer™ House Walk and holiday market. Since 1994 the Naperville Garden Club has awarded over $116,000 in college scholarship funds to area students.
Applications are available at www.napervillegardenclub.org or by contacting Marilyn Krueger at (630) 851-6038. Completed applications and related materials are due by April 1.
Due March 31
Scholarship Awards
The Naperville Junior Woman's Club is currently accepting applications for this year's scholarships. Awards of $1,000 scholarships are granted to graduating seniors from the Naperville area. Applicants must reside within either Naperville School District #203 or Indian Prairie School District #204.
Scholarships will be awarded based on financial need, community service, school involvement, and scholastic achievement. The application can be downloaded from our Website, www.napervillejuniors.org and mail to NJWC Scholarship Committee, 1153 Banyon Ct. Naperville, IL 60540 (Adobe Acrobat reader is required to view the application). Applications are due no later than March 31.
More details are outlined in the Application Form found at www.napervillejuniors.org, under the Community Service section.
Please feel free to forward Scholarship questions or inquiries to philanthropy@napervillejuniors.org.
Due April 1
Scholarship for high school seniors
Naperville Newcomers and Neighbors Club is now accepting applications for Scholarships to the University, College or Vocational School or your choice.
The NNNC will be awarding two $1,000.00 scholarships for Naperville School Districts, 203 & 204. Applications will be accepted until April 1. Scholarships will be awarded in May of a given year.
To apply, visit www.napervillenewcomersandneighborsclub.com where you will find out how you can qualify!
We are also accepting donations to increase these scholarships.
For more information, contact the Scholarship Chair at Scholarship@nnnc.us.
Invest in the future / Invest in Naperville’s Youth
Due in April
Officer David White Scholarship
SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION. The Naperville Park District, in cooperation with Citizens Appreciate Public Safety, is accepting applications for the third annual Officer David White Scholarship. The $2,000 scholarship will be awarded school year to a student who has demonstrated compassionate public service. Those students eligible to apply are age 25 or under and either a member of the Park District police, the City of Naperville’s police or fire departments or the son or daughter of a community service member. This year eligibility is also extended to Naperville Police Explorers. Applications can be downloaded from the Park District’s Web site at www.napervilleparks.org. For more information and application requirements, call (630) 848-3572 or visit www.napervilleparks.org.
Due in January
Pierotti Memorial Scholarship
The DuPage Community Foundation accepts applications for the annual Paul D. Pierotti Memorial Scholarship Fund Award. Information is posted in the education section of The Conservation Foundation’s web site at www.theconservationfoundation.org. .
Applicants wishing to be considered for the scholarship must possess a 3.0 cumulative G.P.A., provide details of their academic achievement, outline their participation in extracurricular activities, and write a 350 word essay on an environmental topic determined annually by the selection committee.
Scholarship applications for the Paul D. Pierotti Memorial Scholarship Fund are administered by The DuPage Community Foundation and reviewed by a special selection committee consisting of a Pierotti family member, one Forest Preserve District of DuPage County staff member, and three staff members from The Conservation Foundation. The committee then recommends its selections to The DuPage Community Foundation’s Board of Trustees for final approval.
For more information, contact The DuPage Community Foundation at (630) 665-5556 or www.dcfdn.org.
Due in January
The Conservation Foundation Environmental Scholarship Fund
Since 2007, the Conservation Foundation’s Environmental Scholarship Fund has provided annual scholarships to students pursuing careers in natural resource management or other environmentally related fields of study. This scholarship is available to students residing in DuPage, Kane, Kendall and Will counties who are or will be upper classmen attending an accredited two-year college, or a four-year accredited college or university. Applications are due mid-January.
For more information and to obtain an application, contact the Community Foundation of the Fox River Valley at (630) 896-7800 or visit www.communityfoundationfrv.org.
Due March 1
Rotary Scholarship applications are available; due by March 1
Applications are being accepted for the annual Rotary Club of Naperville “Service Above Self” award. High school seniors attending Naperville Central or Naperville North High Schools are eligible. Students with a Naperville mailing address, but are attending a public or private high school outside of Naperville are also eligible.
Three $4,000 scholarships will be awarded for one year only to students exemplifying the Rotary ideals of “Service Above Self.” The primary criteria for selection include: demonstrated leadership qualities, school service, and community service.
High school seniors may pick up application forms at the Guidance Offices of Naperville Central, Naperville North, Neuqua Valley or Waubonsie Valley High School. Seniors with a Naperville mailing address that are attending other public or private high schools outside of Naperville may visit napervillerotary.com for an application.
Completed applications must be received by the Naperville Rotary Club by March 1 of the school year. Applications received after the due date will not be considered. Dependents of Naperville Rotary members are not eligible.
Since 1980, the Naperville Rotary Club has awarded scholarships/grants totaling more than $152,000.
Contact COD and Waubonsee Community College
Rotary Club of Naperville / Downtown Scholarship Program
In 2008 the Rotary Club of Naperville / Downtown began two strategic partnerships with Waubonsee Community College and the College of DuPage to offer two (2) $1,250 scholarships at each school to needy students who are pursuing fields of study where they will be giving back to others. Applications are accepted through the grant offices of both colleges and will be administered by the schools.
The scholarship grant program will:
- Focus on recipients who may be under economic pressure where there is a demonstrated need.
- Gear awards toward recipients who might be going into fields where they will be giving back to others with an emphasis on students who are single parents.
- Help recognize “service above self” and further the message that “Rotary Shares.”
Complete application information is available through each college.
Interested parties can learn more about the Rotary Club of Naperville/Downtown Scholarship grants at www.rcndowntown.com. To apply, visit Waubonsee Community College at www.Waubonsee.edu or College of DuPage at www.COD.edu.
Township Officials of Illinois Scholarship Fund
The scholarships are through the Township Officials of Illinois. Applicants must be graduating seniors from an Illinois High School with a grade point average of "B" or higher. Each applicant must have demonstrated an active interest in school activities, which may include an interest in local government and community service.
Students are required to submit a 500 word essay on "The Role of Local Government in Today's Society and in the Future". Applications are available at the Naperville Township Office, 139 Water St. or call Carol Bertulis at (630-355-1558), or go to http://www.napervilletownship.com/content.asp?dir=townclerk&file=scholarship
Scholarship Information is available at http://www.napervfw.org/youthPrograms.html
Due April 1
Cress Creek Garden Club Scholarship applications are due April 1
The Cress Creek Garden Club is accepting applications for schoalrships from District 203 and 204 students for the current academic year. Applicants should be high school seniors or college students intending to study agriculture, botany, forestry, horticulture, landscape design and related fields. Scholarships are granted on the basis of merit, achievement and commitment to career.
A letter of recommendation, application and transcript should be sent by April 1.
For an application or more INFO, visit www.cresscreekgardenclub.org
Rotary Scholars 2008
Annual Pursuit of Life Breakfast
hosted by the Rotary Clubs of Naperville
at The Pavilion at Meson Sabika
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Positively Naperville welcomes basic information about college scholarships with deadlines to apply that are offered by local clubs and organizations!
To post on this page, simply send to: stephanie@positivelynaperville.com.
Guidance counselors at local high schools have this information, too.
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