AKA:

CSBG; Community Services Block Grant

Description:

Offers $1500 scholarship award for low-income adult students pursuing higher education. Funds may be used for any accredited college or vocational training school. Includes online programs.

Eligibility:

- Must be at least 18 years of age or older and enrolled or planning to attend an Illinois accredited higher educational institution or occupational training
- Must meet income requirement of 200% of Federal Poverty Guidelines. See website for guidelines.

Languages:

Spanish

Program Fees:

No fee

Intake Process:

Call to schedule an appointment

Documents required:
- Scholarship application
-Letter of recommendation and copy of transcript from current school
- Letter of recommendation from someone in the community
- Proof of household income for past 90 days
- 500-word essay (see program for details)
- Photo ID
- Valid Social Security Card
- Color photo

Contacts

Phone Numbers

Address Listings

Handicap Accessible?

Yes

Wishlist:

None

Volunteer Opportunities:

1. Veteran Housing Volunteer: Volunteer crews or individuals are needed to rehab vacant properties. Finished housing units will be available for lease at below-market rental rates to low-to-moderate income Lake County, IL residents. (US Military Veterans with children are a priority for housing.)

2. Youth & Family Services Volunteer: Food Pantry!€”Annual Holiday Basket Giveaway during December. Volunteers are needed to sort groceries and pack holiday baskets for Lake County families in need. Youth volunteers are welcome.

3. Annual Anti-Poverty Walk: On the 1st Saturday in May, volunteers load and unload tables and chairs, set up & break down tents, and check in walkers at registration. Other volunteers are needed along the 5K route to man water stops and finish-line concession stands

Contact Name for Volunteer Opportunities: Kathy Brown at kathy.brown@caplakecounty.org

Legal Status:

Private, Non-Profit

Date of Official Change:

November 5, 2024

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