Scholarships - Galesburg Community Foundation

Galesburg Community Foundation Scholarships
Posted on 02/03/2025

The Galesburg Community Foundation is pleased to offer scholarships to students in Knox, Warren and Henderson Counties and the surrounding area. The scholarship application is open from February 1 to February 28.


The link to the application: https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=gcfs

Application from GCF website: yourgcf.org > Information For > Students > "LOG INTO THE ONLINE SCHOLARSHIP PORTAL" > Application will be open on February 1.

The online application requires students to complete a questionnaire that matches applicants to available scholarships. This is a step-by-step process that will guide users through a common and supplemental application. For questions, email [email protected] or call our office at 309.344.8898.

Awards are to be applied toward educational expenses and will be sent to the designated school. Below is a listing of the scholarships that can be applied for through the Galesburg Community Foundation.

GCF Scholarships Open to Monmouth-Roseville High School Seniors

Becky Carlson Scholarship: Award Amount $1,000
Seniors at United High School or Monmouth-Roseville High School are encouraged to apply for the Becky Carlson Scholarship. Applicants must be a United High School or M-R High School Senior that had an Individualized Education Plan (IEP) or 504 Plan as K-12 student.

Helen H. Wetherbee Nursing Scholarship: Award Amount $2,500
Applicants must be accepted into a school of nursing or currently studying under a nursing program. This scholarship is open to Knox, Warren and Henderson County area students.
John E. Bohan Excellence in Athletics Scholarship: Award Amount $1,500
High school seniors from United High School and Monmouth-Roseville High School are encouraged to apply for the John E. Bohan Excellence in Athletics Scholarship. This scholarship is open to senior athletes who have been accepted into a collegiate program of study. Preference is given to United High School football players.
The Lyle Pierce Athletic and Leadership Scholarship: Award Amount $1,000
Applicants must be United High School or Monmouth-Roseville High School students that demonstrate leadership and perseverance on and off the playing field. Applicants must have participated in athletics and plan to attend a four-year college or university and major in education.

And, don't forget about other scholarship opportunities on our website link here.