Nancy Kalchbrenner Scholarship

Community Foundation of Northern Illinois

This scholarship is for graduating high school senior who is a member in good standing in the RAISE program. Applicants must have a GPA of at least 2.5/4.0. Applicant must be a first generation college student – i.e., applicant’s parents, grandparents, etc. did not graduate with a degree from a post-secondary institution.

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Acceptance StartDecember 1, 2025
Deadline February 1, 2026
Number of Awards Granted1

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Eligibility Requirements

Demographic
Enrollment Levels
First Generation
Yes
Academic
GPA3
Financial
Financial Need Required
Yes