Hillcrest High School

The Princeton Prize in Race Relations identifies and recognizes high school students who, through action and service, have demonstrated leadership in advancing racial equity, promoting racial understanding, or eliminating racial bias and prejudice in their schools and communities.Prize recipients receive a cash prize of $1,000 and an all-expenses-paid weekend to a Symposium on Race at Princeton University, where they will...

Larry Hall was a president of ISA, a dedicated Illinois arborist, a true tree enthusiast, a 1999 Arborist of the Year, and a lifelong learner who believed in the education of young arborists as the next generation of tree ambassadors. He began his 60-year career in the tree care industry at the age of 18 with no formal training, but...

The Edward Arthur Mellinger Educational Foundation Inc. was founded in 1959 to honor Mr. Mellinger who was an early proponent of the telephone industry. He was an executive in various companies in the country and in Europe. Philanthropic organizations focus on the welfare of humanity. Centuries ago, they began when individuals saw the need of charitable giving to help others...

Each year, the Chicago Federation of Labor awards 10 William A. Lee Memorial Scholarships to high school seniors, five to the winners of the Academic Competition, and five to the winners of the Random Drawing. Applicants must choose to enter either the Random Drawing or Academic Competition for the William A. Lee Memorial Scholarship.Students are not eligible to enter both...

Betty was vivacious and always pursued a new project or hobby. She was involved in all forms of visual arts and loved sharing it with others. The intent of this scholarship is to support someone with a continually creative mind who enjoys creating art.Eligibility CriteriaApplicant must:Be a graduating high school senior.Currently reside in Boone, Ogle, or Winnebago County.Plan to pursue...

The Illinois Beef Foundation is offering scholarships for the 2025-2026 academic year. The Foundation recognizes the incredible talent of young, beef industry enthusiasts and helps them achieve their educational goals. To be eligible, applicants must be a full-time college student or high school senior and from a family that is an IBA member actively involved in beef production.The Illinois Beef...