Lilly Endowment Community Scholarships Open for Applications

Sidney Hardgrave • July 15, 2024

Warrick County Community Foundation Now Accepting Applications

for the 2025 Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship Program

WARRICK COUNTY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION

NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR THE

2025 LILLY ENDOWMENT COMMUNITY SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM

 

(Warrick County, Indiana) The 2025 Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship application is now available in Warrick County through the Warrick County Community Foundation. The Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship Program (LECSP) will provide 147 scholarships statewide and two scholarships in Warrick County. LECSP scholarships may be used for otherwise unreimbursed full tuition, required fees, and a special allocation of up to $900 per year. The special allocation may cover the costs for required books and required equipment for four years of undergraduate study on a full-time basis leading to a baccalaureate degree at any eligible Indiana public or private nonprofit college or university.



The program, administered statewide by Independent Colleges of Indiana (ICI) and locally in Warrick County through the Warrick County Community Foundation, is open to all Indiana residents who:

  • graduate from an accredited Indiana high school by 2025 and receive their diploma no later than June 30, 2025;
  • intend to pursue a full-time baccalaureate course of study at an eligible college or university in Indiana; and
  • meet the criteria specific to their local community foundation. Visit https://www.warrickcountycf.org/lilly-endowment-community-scholarship-program for complete information regarding Warrick County’s application criteria.

 

Students can learn more about the Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship in Warrick County and apply for this scholarship by visiting https://www.warrickcountycf.org/lilly-endowment-community-scholarship-program. Applications must be completed and submitted by August 22, 2024 before 11:59 p.m. to be considered.

 

Applications will be evaluated on, but not limited to, the following criteria: Academic Ability, Community Involvement, Extracurricular Activities/Employment, Honors and Awards, Personal Statement and Goals, Application Essay, Impromptu Essay, and Interview. Four finalists will be nominated by the Warrick County Community Foundation, and their names will be submitted to ICI for final selection of the recipients. Scholarship recipients will be notified in December.

 

Lilly Endowment created LECSP for the 1997-98 school year and has supported the program every year since with tuition grants totaling more than $490 million. More than 5,300 Indiana students have received Lilly Endowment Community Scholarships since the program’s inception.

 

The primary purposes of LECSP are: 1) to help raise the level of educational attainment in Indiana; 2) to increase awareness of the beneficial roles Indiana community foundations can play in their communities; and 3) to encourage and support the efforts of current and past Lilly Endowment Community Scholars to engage with each other and with Indiana business, governmental, educational, nonprofit and civic leaders to improve the quality of life in Indiana generally and in local communities throughout the state.

 

Warrick County Community Foundation is again pleased to offer LECSP for its 27th year in Warrick County. “The Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship Program provides a life-changing opportunity for local students. This scholarship opens doors for students who may not otherwise be able to attend the college of their choice and encourages students to be actively engaged in their community after graduating from college,” said Sidney Hardgrave, Regional Director of Community Engagement and Impact for the Warrick County Community Foundation.

 

Established in 1998, the Warrick County Community Foundation is a charitable resource devoted to our local community. We help people make meaningful gifts that improve life in Warrick County today and for generations to come. One of nine county affiliates of the Community Foundation Alliance, the Community Foundation exists to help caring people give back to the causes and community they care about most.


The Community Foundation Alliance is a 501(c)(3) public charity accredited by the National Standards for U.S. Community Foundations® (National Standards) program representing operational effectiveness to foster excellence in community philanthropy. Since the inception of this program, the Community Foundation Alliance has consistently achieved National Standards accreditation. The Community Foundation Alliance provides management, administrative, and development expertise and services so that every local affiliate can focus on promoting philanthropy, building endowment, and grantmaking, making a difference in their community For Good. Forever.

 

Lilly Endowment Inc. is an Indianapolis-based, private philanthropic foundation created in 1937 by J.K. Lilly Sr. and his sons Eli and J.K. Jr. through gifts of stock in their pharmaceutical business, Eli Lilly and Company. Although the gifts of stock remain a financial bedrock of the Endowment, it is a separate entity from the company, with a distinct governing board, staff and location. In keeping with the founders’ wishes, the Endowment supports the causes of community development, education and religion. The Endowment funds significant programs throughout the United States, especially in the field of religion. However, it maintains a special commitment to its founders’ hometown, Indianapolis, and home state, Indiana.

 

Since 1997, Independent Colleges of Indiana has administered the Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship Program statewide with funding provided by Lilly Endowment Inc. Founded in 1948, ICI serves as the collective voice for the state’s 29 private, nonprofit colleges and universities. ICI institutions employ over 22,000 Hoosiers and generate a total local economic impact of over $5 billion annually. Students at ICI colleges have Indiana’s highest four-year, on-time graduation rates, and ICI institutions produce 30 percent of Indiana’s bachelor’s degrees while enrolling 20 percent of its undergraduates. 

The Women's Fund of Warrick County Awards More Than $27,000 in Grants

By Eve Baughman • November 18, 2024
The Women’s Fund of Warrick County awarded more than $27,000 in grants to eight local service organizations. The 2024 grant recipients represent a variety of organizations serving the needs of women and children in Warrick County. Albion Fellows Bacon Center received $1,343.19 to replace kitchen furniture in the emergency shelter kitchen. Immigrant Welcome and Resource Center received $5,000 to provide supportive services for immigrants in southwest Indiana. Isaiah 117 House received $5,000 to provide supplies such as clothing, shoes, toiletries, and blankets for Warrick County children who are going into foster care. Lampion Center received $5,000 to support mental health counseling services for Warrick County clients with limited financial resources. Newburgh Senior Center received $1,000 to support daily exercise classes . The Isaiah 1:17 Project received $3,000 to provide support for fostering families in Warrick County. Warrick County Ecumenical Soup Kitchen received $2,000 to support the weekly meal program for individuals facing financial hardship in Warrick County. Youth First received $5,000 to support the Student Assistance Program in Warrick County schools. Established in 2008, the Women’s Fund of Warrick County’s mission is to improve the quality of life in Warrick County by collectively funding significant grants to support local programs that give opportunities, encouragement, knowledge, and hope to the Warrick County community. Since its inception, the fund has awarded more than $306,000 in grants to improve lives in Warrick County. View past grant recipients. The Warrick County Women’s Fund is looking for new members who share a passion for supporting efforts that serve the most vulnerable members of our community. For more information or to become a member, contact Sarah Wagner, Regional Development Director at 812.429.1191, ext. 105, or swagner@communityfoundationalliance.org .

2024 Community Scholarship Applications Open

By Eve Baughman • November 18, 2024
Many of our donors have chosen to honor their loved ones, communities, high schools, colleges, and professions by establishing scholarship funds through their local Community Foundations in Daviess, Gibson, Knox, Perry, Pike, Posey, Spencer, Vanderburgh, and Warrick Counties. These funds support the annual Community Scholarship programs, providing valuable opportunities for students in Southwest Indiana. Thanks to their contributions, applications are being accepted now, with a deadline of Monday, January 20, 2025, at 11:59 p.m. "We are excited to once again provide scholarship opportunities to students in our Southwest Indiana region,” says Melinda Waldroup, Chief Program Officer at the Community Foundation Alliance. “By offering these scholarships, we are not only investing in individual students but also in the future of our communities. We encourage all eligible students to apply and take a step towards achieving their educational and career goals." Students may apply for one or more scholarships if they meet the eligibility requirements and selection criteria established by donors. Details about each scholarship and the application are posted on the website at communityfoundationalliance.org/scholarships . Each scholarship is unique and supports students with a variety of backgrounds, educational goals, and economic statuses. Awards are made without regard to race, creed, color, sex, religion, or national origin and are based on a competitive process that may consider academic achievement, extracurricular activities, personal aspirations, educational goals, and financial need. The deadline to apply is Monday, January 20, 2025, at 11:59 p.m. Learn more and apply today!

Warrick County Women's Fund Grant Cycle Opens

By Sidney Hardgrave • June 20, 2024
WOMEN’S FUND OF WARRICK COUNTY ANNUAL GRANT CYCLE NOW OPEN FOR APPLICATIONS

Warrick County Community Foundation Announces Community Good Grant Opportunity

January 3, 2024
The Warrick County Community Foundation is now accepting online applications for their Community Good Grants Program. In recognition of the Warrick County Community Foundation’s 25 th Anniversary, grant requests will be considered for up to $25,000. The deadline to submit applications is Monday, February 12, 2024, at 5:00 p.m. The Community Foundation awards Community Good Grants to charitable partners located in or directly serving Warrick County. Funding opportunities are available to support a broad range of local needs. Consideration will be given to organizations that demonstrate: · Evidence of realistic organizational planning and management; · Project methodology utilizing a preventative approach to addressing the issues and solving problems; · Solid, realistic plans for program/project evaluation; · Desire to promote collaboration among organizations or institutions to prevent duplication of services; and · Commitment to long-range planning, financial stability, and sustainability. Charitable entities can view the full details related to funding requirements and access the grant application via the Foundation’s website at https://www.warrickcountycf.org/community-good-grants-program . A virtual orientation session will be hosted for interested applicants on Friday, January 12 th at 9:00 am. Interested individuals should submit an RSVP to Sidney Hardgrave at shardgrave@communityfoundationalliance.org.

Warrick County Community Foundation Announces the 2024 Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship Recipients

December 13, 2023
The Warrick County Community Foundation is pleased to announce the two recipients of the 2024 Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship for Warrick County are Nathan Keller from Tecumseh High School and Owen Phillips from Boonville High School. Lilly Endowment Community Scholars are known for their community involvement, academic achievement, character, and leadership. “Through this scholarship process, the nominating committee strives to identify students who excel academically and are active in both high school and community activities,” said Sidney Hardgrave, Regional Director of Community Engagement and Impact for the Warrick County Community Foundation. Nathan Keller is the son of Heather Siegfried. He is interested in becoming a lawyer. Nathan has participated in the Hugh O’Brian Youth Leadership program and enjoys volunteering with youth baseball and football camps and tutoring. At school, he is a member of the football, basketball, baseball, and track teams. Nathan is also a member of the Student Council and Academic Team. Owen Phillips is the son of Kasey and Tina Phillips. He is planning a career as a lawyer. Owen has served as an ambassador, volunteer, and mentor for the Hugh O’Brian Youth Leadership program. He also volunteers with Hope Central. Owen’s school activities include Student Government, Swim and Dive Team, the Boonville High School Newspaper, serving as a Pioneer Kick-Off Mentor, and participation in the Warrick County School Corporation Student Think Tank. Each Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship provides for full tuition, required fees, and a special allocation of up to $900 per year for required books and required equipment for four years. The scholarship is for full-time undergraduate students leading to a baccalaureate degree at any eligible Indiana public or private nonprofit college or university. Lilly Endowment Community Scholars may also participate in the Lilly Scholars Network (LSN), which connects both current scholars and alumni with resources and opportunities to be active leaders on their campuses and in their communities. Both the scholarship program and LSN are supported by grants from Lilly Endowment to Independent Colleges of Indiana (ICI) and Indiana Humanities. In determining Warrick County’s Lilly Endowment Community Scholars nominees, consideration was given to academic achievement, school and community involvement, two essays, and an interview by the Scholarship Nominating Committee. After the field of applicants was narrowed down, nominees were submitted to ICI, the statewide administrator of the Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship Program, which approves the final selection of scholarship recipients. “Warrick County has many excellent students who are committed to their schools and communities. It is never easy for our committee to determine the recipients for the scholarship,” said Hardgrave. Lilly Endowment created the Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship Program for the 1998-99 school year and has supported the program every year since with grants totaling in excess of $505 million. More than 5,200 Indiana students have received the Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship since the program’s inception. The primary purposes of the Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship Program are: 1) to help raise the level of educational attainment in Indiana; 2) to increase awareness of the beneficial roles Indiana community foundations can play in their communities; and 3) to encourage and support the efforts of current and past Lilly Endowment Community Scholars to engage with each other and with Indiana business, governmental, educational, nonprofit and civic leaders to improve the quality of life in Indiana generally and in local communities throughout the state.

Community Foundations Now Accepting Applications For Community Scholarship Programs

December 13, 2023
The Vanderburgh Community Foundation and the Warrick County Community Foundation are excited to announce the opening of the annual Community Scholarship Program for 2024. “Generous donors have honored their loved ones, high schools, or professions by endowing scholarship opportunities through the Community Foundations,” says Sidney Hardgrave, Regional Director of Community Engagement and Impact. “We administer many scholarship funds established by individuals, families, and organizations to assist local students in pursuit of advanced education. Together, these scholarships make up our Community Scholarship Programs.” Eligibility requirements and selection criteria for each scholarship are determined by the scholarship founder. Each scholarship is unique and supports students with a variety of backgrounds and educational goals. Students may apply for one or more scholarships, provided they meet the specific eligibility requirements. Details about each scholarship and the application requirements are posted online. The Vanderburgh Community Foundation offers 26 endowed scholarships providing over $70,000 in support each year. Community scholarship applications are due by 11:45 pm on Wednesday, January 31, 2024. Please visit https://www.vanderburghcf.org/community-scholarship-program for details and to begin the online application. The Warrick County Community Foundation has 20 endowed scholarships providing over $35,000 in support. Scholarship applications are due by 11:45 pm on Friday, February 2, 2024. Please visit https://www.warrickcountycf.org/community-scholarship-program for details and to begin the online application.

Women’s Fund Announced 2023 Grant Recipients At Wine & Women Event

October 4, 2023
On September 26, the Women’s Fund of Warrick County celebrated fourteen years of service to the community at their Wine & Women event and announced this year’s grant recipients totaling $32,440. Kate Moore, co-chair of the Women’s Fund announced the following 2023 grant recipients: Habitat for Humanity of Warrick County for the 2024 Habitat House; Holly’s House to support the child abuse prevention program offered in collaboration with Warrick County elementary schools; Lampion Center to support building a strong foundation for Warrick County families through high-quality mental health counseling services; Newburgh Senior Center to purchase a freezer; Tri-State Food Bank for the weekend backpack program serving Warrick County students; and Youth First for school-based prevention resources related to mental health concerns and substance abuse prevention in collaboration with the Warrick County School Corporation. As described by Stephanie Gerhardt, Co-Chair, “The Women’s Fund of Warrick County provides an opportunity for women to work together on projects and programs that improve our community, enhancing the places where we live, work, and play.” The event, held at the Friedman Park Event Center, included wine pairing and education by Pam Reimann with Wine-Oh! Tours and Events. A silent auction included original art from students attending Castle South Middle School, Evansville Christian School, and Tecumseh High School. Prime Time Pub and Grill catered for the event and Nick Smith provided musical entertainment. Event sponsors included Old Orchard Farms, ERA First Advantage Realty, and Dr. Rupal Juran. The Women’s Fund in Warrick County was established in 2009. Since then, the organization has granted $279,460 to local nonprofit organizations dedicated to serving the needs of our neighbors and striving to make Warrick County thrive. The Women’s Fund is welcoming new members who are passionate about improving the quality of life in Warrick County. More information is available on our website at www.warrickcountycf.org/womens-fund .

Warrick County Community Foundation Recognizes Local Advisory Board Members

August 29, 2023
The Warrick County Community Foundation would like to recognize an advisory board member that recently completed their volunteer service on the county advisory board: Alfonso Vidal. We extend a heartfelt appreciation for his service and dedication to making a lasting impact in our community.  This fiscal year’s advisory board includes Angela Wilder (president), Patrick Griffin (vice president), Mark D. Moore (secretary), Jason Barisano, Kent Brenneman, Kari Fluegel, Doug Gresham, Sukanya Gupta, Tony Loudermilk, and Andrew Skinner. Volunteer members of the advisory board play a vital role in the success of the Community Foundation. They focus on local asset development, learning about the community’s greatest needs and nonprofits that support those needs, and recommending grants and scholarships. "The accomplishment of our mission greatly depends on the proactive involvement of community members in our advisory board. Their passionate volunteer work represents a continuous and dedicated commitment of time, all directed towards ensuring that donations consistently result in a beneficial influence on the well-being of individuals living in Warrick County," said advisory board president Angela Wilder. While the Warrick County Community Foundation is an affiliate of the Community Foundation Alliance, at least one county advisory board member serves as a county representative on the Alliance Board. This fiscal year's representatives are Patrick Griffin (treasurer), Jason Barisano, and Kari Fluegel. For more information about the Warrick County Community Foundation activities, follow us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/warrickcocommfoundation or visit www.warrickcountycf.org .

Community Foundation Alliance Recognizes Staff Member Michele Gates

August 22, 2023
The Community Foundation Alliance would like to congratulate staff member Michele Gates on her recent anniversary of employment. Gates selected Mae’s Way Foundation to receive a $500 grant through the Generosity at Work Grant Program to recognize her work anniversary with the Alliance. The recently introduced Generosity at Work Grant Program enables Alliance staff members to contribute to the communities they serve, on their work anniversary, by recommending a $500 grant to the 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization of their preference through the Ronald L. Bauer Regional Fund. Gates recently celebrated her first work anniversary as the Program Assistant supporting the work of the Chief Program Officer and the program staff in the Alliance’s footprint of nine local county affiliates. Gates embodies philanthropy through both her career and personal life, as the founder of Mae’s Way Foundation, and she can often be heard sharing the words “You Matter” to those around her. Her passion for helping those left behind by suicide fueled her to write the book Mae The Courageous Caterpillar which invites children who have suffered a loss to know and feel they matter. It only seemed natural that Gates’ $500 grant was awarded to Mae’s Way Foundation for general support. "Passion fuels purpose, and supporting an organization you deeply care about not only empowers its mission but also ignites a fire within you to create meaningful change," explained Gates. “As a child left behind by suicide, I wanted to build an organization to remind other children they are not alone and they are loved.” The Foundation’s camps, workshops, resources, scholarships, and mental health counseling assistance are just a few ways they reach those children. Mae’s Way Foundation was established in 2021 as an organization to reach, serve, and support children (and their families) left behind by suicide. Earlier this year, the organization received the Celebration of Leadership Award in Community & Neighborhood by Leadership Everyone. Learn more information about Mae’s Way Foundation at maeswayfoundation.org . These grants are made possible by the Ronald L. Bauer Regional Fund, a community good fund established through his charitable remainder trust to benefit the Community Foundation Alliance’s regional grantmaking.

Warrick County Community Foundation Now Accepting Applications For The 2024 Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship Program

July 10, 2023
The 2024 Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship Program (LECSP) application is now available in Warrick County through the Warrick County Community Foundation. The LECSP will provide 147 scholarships statewide and two scholarships in Warrick County. LECSP scholarships may be used for otherwise unreimbursed full tuition, required fees, and a special allocation of up to $900 per year. The special allocation may cover the costs for required books and required equipment for four years of undergraduate study on a full-time basis leading to a baccalaureate degree at any eligible Indiana public or private nonprofit college or university. The program, administered statewide by Independent Colleges of Indiana (ICI) and locally in Warrick County through the Warrick County Community Foundation, is open to all Indiana residents who: • graduate from an accredited Indiana high school by 2024 and receive their diploma no later than June 30, 2024; • intend to pursue a full-time baccalaureate course of study at an eligible college or university in Indiana; and • meet the criteria specific to their local Community Foundation. Students can learn more about the Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship in Warrick County and apply for this scholarship by visiting: www.warrickcountycf.org/lilly-endowment-community-scholarship-program . Applications must be completed and submitted by August 31, 2023 at 11:30pm to be considered. Applications will be evaluated on, but not limited to, the following criteria: Grade Point Average, Academic Ability, Community Involvement, Extracurricular Activities/ Employment, Honors and Awards, Personal Statement and Goals, Essays and an Interview. Two students will be nominated by the Warrick County Community Foundation, and their names will be submitted to ICI for final selection of the recipients. Scholarship recipients will be notified in December. Lilly Endowment created LECSP for the 1997-98 school year and has supported the program every year since with tuition grants totaling more than $486 million. More than 5,000 Indiana students have received Lilly Endowment Community Scholarships since the program’s inception. The primary purposes of the LECSP are: 1) to help raise the level of educational attainment in Indiana; 2) to increase awareness of the beneficial roles Indiana community foundations can play in their communities; and 3) to encourage and support the efforts of current and past Lilly Endowment Community Scholars to engage with each other and with Indiana business, governmental, educational, nonprofit and civic leaders to improve the quality of life in Indiana generally and in local communities throughout the state. The Warrick County Community Foundation is again pleased to administer the LECSP for its 27 th year in Warrick County. “The Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship Program provides a life-changing opportunity for local students. This scholarship opens doors for students who may not otherwise be able to attend the college of their choice and encourages students to be actively engaged in their community after graduating from,” said Sidney Hardgrave, Regional Director of Community Engagement and Impact for the Warrick County Community Foundation. 
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