Scholarship Opportunities

Learn about the scholarship application process and explore opportunities available in the Community Foundation of Central Illinois (CFCI) online scholarship directory.

How To Apply

The CFCI Universal Application is the best way for students to determine eligibility and apply for scholarship opportunities.

Most scholarships, including Universal Applications, open the first week of January and are due the first Wednesday of March.

Universal Scholarship Application

Apply for scholarships using the CFCI Universal Application. The deadline to apply for most scholarships is the first Wednesday in March. Use the scholarships search for more information about specific deadlines.

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Search Scholarships

Explore and apply for scholarships in the CFCI online directory.

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External Scholarships

Click below to learn more about scholarships administered by outside schools or organizations.

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Still Have Questions?

Contact Amanda Fiske, Director of Grants and Community Initiatives

Email Amanda 309.674.8730

Universal Application Requirements

Certain scholarships utilize a Universal Application. All Universal Applications require a transcript, FAFSA Submission Summary (or other financial information), and essay questions. Upon qualifying for scholarship opportunities, applicants will be prompted to obtain letters of recommendation and complete supplemental questions.

Non-Universal Applications vary in requirements. 

Your Potential Matches

Applications for all scholarship opportunities listed below are accessible through the portal.

Scholarship Directory

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    Barry and Terri Brenneman El Paso-Gridley High School Scholarship Fund

    The Barry and Terri Brenneman El Paso-Gridley High School Scholarship Fund provides scholarships to graduating seniors of El Paso-Gridley High School who plan to attend an accredited two or four-year post-secondary institution to study Education, Health Sciences, or Environmental Science.
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    • Universal Application

    Barry and Terri Brenneman Eureka High School Scholarship Fund

    The Barry and Terri Brenneman Eureka High School Scholarship Fund provides scholarships to graduating seniors of Eureka High School who plan to attend an accredited two or four-year post-secondary institution to study Education, Health Sciences, or Environmental Science.
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    • Universal Application

    Dr. Valentine Jobst III Educational Fund Scholarship

    This scholarship was established by Dr. Valentine Jobst III. His family settled in Peoria in 1859 and founded V. Jobst and Sons Construction Company. The company built many local landmarks, including the original Washington School building on Moss Avenue and Peoria High School, where Dr. Jobst graduated.
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    Epilepsy Scholarship Fund

    The Epilepsy Scholarship Fund was established in memory of David S. Izard, who lived in Canton, Illinois, and was active in football, track, and basketball. He graduated from Western Illinois University and worked as an Assistant Manager at Wal-Mart in Georgia. Diagnosed with epilepsy at age 3½, David lived a full and active life….
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  • Gerald C. Bulkeley Scholarship Fund 

    The Gerald C. Bulkeley Scholarship Fund was established by his family to honor his legacy of service to the Abingdon community. A graduate of Abingdon High School, Mr. Bulkeley was dedicated to supporting young people through civic and educational leadership.
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    • Universal Application

    Illinois Mutual Employees’ Children Scholarship Fund 

    The Illinois Mutual Employees’ Children Scholarship Fund was established by Illinois Mutual Life Insurance Company to provide scholarship support for the children of employees who are graduating from high school or are undergraduate college or vocational students who will be enrolled full time.
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    Jean M. Brown Nursing Scholarship Fund 

    Jean M. Brown graduated from the St. Francis School of Nursing in 1938. She went on to become Caterpillar’s first Industrial Nurse, a role she deeply valued. Inspired by her career, she wanted to help others pursue nursing as well. Through her will, Ms. Brown established an endowed scholarship to support nursing students with…
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    Joyce and Thomas H. Stanisic Scholarship Fund 

    The Joyce and Thomas H. Stanisic Scholarship Fund was established to award scholarships based on need to students working toward a degree or certification in the music or healthcare fields. This scholarship will be given for the entire expected course of study, up to 4 years.
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    MidAmerica National Bank’s Employees Children Scholarship Fund

    The MidAmerica National Bank’s Employees Children Scholarship Fund was established in 2005 by MidAmerica National Bank to provide scholarship support to the children of bank employees. It is open to students graduating from high school or currently enrolled in an undergraduate college or vocational program.
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  • Paul A. Kinsinger, M.D. Memorial Scholarship Fund 

    Paul A. Kinsinger, M.D. grew up in Washington, Illinois, and was a 1976 graduate of Washington Community High School. He was a well-respected physician and entrepreneur in central Illinois. He passed in February 2016 after a courageous one-year battle with brain cancer. The Paul A. Kinsinger, M.D. Memorial Scholarship Fund was established in his…
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