Scholarships

The Barry and Terri Brenneman Eureka High School Scholarship is now open and accepting applications. This scholarship is for 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.

Students can apply through our Universal Application, which is a streamlined process that will allow students to see if they qualify for this opportunity and any additional scholarships. The application deadline is March 4th.

The full scholarship description and application details can be found on our website: https://communityfoundationci.org/scholarships

Vic/Lois Malcom Scholarship

Scholarship Basics ● The amount of $2000 will be awarded. As many $2000 scholarships as the interest from the trust account will be given each year. ● The scholarship may be applied for as a high school senior, or as a college freshman, provided all the requirements are still met. Satisfactory progress toward a degree will also be taken into account for college freshmen. ● Major fields of study must be in Agriculture or Healthcare. ● Scholarship will be primarily based on financial need. ● A finished application packet will be approximately 8-11 pages. ● Application due date: April 15, 2026 - NO LATE APPLICATIONS CONSIDERED. ● Applications must be received by the above date, mailed to: Dave Glacinski Vic/Lois Malcom Scholarship 150 E. 7th St. El Paso, IL 61738 Recommend mailing date: April 8, 2026 Application Requirements (in suggested packet order) Application Form/Residency Verification Form (Student must reside in Woodford County) Applicant Cover Letter Applicant Resume FAFSA Submission Summary along with SAI figure required for consideration. DO NOT INCLUDE additional pages on family income/other financial information Official High School Transcript from a Woodford County High School School Faculty Member Letter of Recommendation Community Member Letter of Recommendation *Questions? Please see your school counselor Winners are required to show a college schedule for the institution attending. This should be emailed to Travis Cunningham at Heartland Bank (tcunningham@hbtbank.com) no later than September 1, 2026. After that date, any scholarship funds remaining will be redistributed to the next eligible applicant.

Community Foundation of Central Illinois

The Community Foundation of Central Illinois is excited to kick off scholarships for 2026! We appreciate your assistance in spreading the word by sharing the following link with your students: https://communityfoundationci.org/scholarships/

This page outlines our scholarship opportunities, requirements, and deadlines. Most of the scholarship deadlines are March 4th, but some vary.

CFCI uses a Universal Application, which is a streamlined process that makes it easier for students to understand which scholarships they are eligible for. Please let me know if you have any questions about this platform or your specific school.

Calvin Coolidge Presidential Foundation Scholarship

The Coolidge scholarship is a full ride, four year, merit scholarship that students can use at any accredited college in United States. This is for any high school junior looking to apply to college their senior year. More information found at www.coolidgescholars.org

John Reel Scholarship

The John P. Reel Memorial Scholarship was established in memory of John P. Reel and his love of raising cattle, working on the farm, and working with youth.

Each year a $3,000 scholarship will be awarded to a graduating senior with a desire to continue his or her education in an agricultural field of study.

To be considered for the Scholarship applicants must be a senior at Olympia High School, accepted to and enrolled in a two-or-four-year college, complete the application, and be interviewed.

How to Apply:

Complete this form by March 13, 2026. A letter of recommendation must be sent by mail and postmarked no later than March 13, 2026. An official transcript must be sent by mail and postmarked no later than March 13, 2026. Incomplete or late applications will not be considered.

Your application will be reviewed by members of the Scholarship Committee. Selection will be based on a student’s commitment to the agricultural community and desire to continue an education in agriculture.

Finalists will be contacted by e-mail for an interview. The interview could be Zoom or in-person depending on the circumstances. Students will be notified by e-mail of any scholarship award or denial on or before May 1, 2026.

One letter of recommendation and an official transcript are required. Letter and transcript should be mailed directly to:

Molly Reel Johnson 10294 George W. Carver Ave. Story City, IA 50248

Any additional information or questions should be directed to Molly Johnson: mollyarjohnson@gmail.com with your last name and JPReel Scholar in the subject line.

Remember! Keep a copy of your application for your records.
Questions? Call 309.713.8167 or email mollyarjohnson@gmail.com.

Incomplete and late applications will not be considered. Please check your e-mail regularly between March-May 2026 to make sure you are keeping up with any Scholarship Communication.

Barry and Terri Brenneman Eureka High School Scholarship

The Barry and Terri Brenneman Eureka High School Scholarship provides a scholarship award of $1,500 to a graduating senior of Eureka High School who plans to attend an accredited two or four-year post-secondary institution to study Education, Health Sciences, or Environmental Science. This scholarship is part of the Universal Application through the Community Foundation of Central IL.

Click here to apply.

Deadline: First Wednesday in March

Watershed Foods Scholarship

High school senior applying to any accredited two-year community college or four-year university Plans to pursue a degree in Science (Chemistry, Biology, Food Science, Agricultural Science, etc.), Engineering, Human Resources or Business (Accounting, Marketing, Finance, etc.)

See Counseling Office for more details.

Deadline: April 30, 2026

Illinois REEF (Real Estate Educational Foundation) Scholarships

These scholarships are intended to help qualified students pursue an education, which will lead them into productive careers in the real estate industry. It is the Foundation’s hope that each recipient will, during his or her career, contribute to the Foundation in support of the scholarship they received. The resulting growth of the fund will ensure other qualified individuals a similar opportunity to pursue a vocation in the real estate industry.

For more information, visit: https://www.ilreef.org/scholarships/

Deadlines: Ongoing

United States Senate Youth Program Hearst Scholarship

Illinois high school juniors or seniors are invited to apply for the United States Senate Youth Program (USSYP) Hearst Scholarship. To qualify, juniors and seniors must demonstrate leadership by serving in elected or appointed positions in which they are actively representing a constituency in organizations related to student government, education, public affairs, and community service.

Click here for more information.

Eastern Illinois University Scholarships

If students plan to attend EIU, they should visit this scholarship page.

University of Illinois - Springfield Scholarships

If students plan to attend UIS, they should visit this scholarship page.

National Corn Growers Association

The grower-members who make up the National Corn Growers Association (NCGA) are committed to broadening educational opportunities and open doors to students who are passionate to serve rural America and keep their family farms thriving.

Click here for more information.

Army ROTC

Many universities and colleges in the country offer an Army ROTC curriculum. Search for colleges with ROTC programs and contact that school's Military Science department for more information on their particular program.

For more information, visit: https://www.goarmy.com/rotc/find-schools.IL-.results.html

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