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Nancy Kalchbrenner Scholarship

Community Foundation of Northern Illinois
Accepting Applications

About the Scholarship

Opens: 12/1/2025
Closes: 2/1/2026

The Nancy Kalchbrenner Scholarship is available to graduating seniors from a high school in the Rockford School District #205 in Illinois. Students who are first-generation college students and demonstrate the ability to balance work, school, and volunteer activities are welcome to apply. Special consideration is given to students who demonstrate strong academic performance.

Award Amount Varies
  • Essay Required: Yes
  • Need-Based: Yes
  • Merit-Based: No
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Requirements
  • Resident of the U.S.
  • Attending a Rockford District 205 high school in Illinois
  • High school senior
  • Seeking an associate or bachelor's degree
  • Participation in community service or work
  • Firstgeneration college student
  • Demonstrate financial need Preference is given to students who demonstrate strong academic performance.

    • Details

    Pursued Degree Level
    Associate Degree, Bachelor's Degree
    Current Grade
    High School Senior
    Location
    • Country: US
    Current School
    Auburn High School, Guilford High School, Jefferson High School, Rockford East High School, Roosevelt Community Education Center
    Activities
    Community Service, Work
    Situation
    First-Generation College Student

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