Presented by the Fox Lake Preservation Foundation

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Mission: To advocate for the preservation and protection of the African American cultural heritage and the natural and built environments of Fox Lake, through educational programming, fundraising, and community outreach.

 

Purpose:  To provide financial support to an ambitious student pursuing post-secondary education or vocational training.

 

Applicant Criteria:

1. Student of African American descent who exhibits leadership skills

2. Resident of Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan or Ohio 

3. Proof of acceptance to and/or attendance at a post-secondary school

4. Preference given to applicants with Fox Lake family connection or referral

 

Eligible Institutions:

1. Two Year Community College

2. Four Year University

3. Vocational Trade School

 

Award Amount:  $1,500

 

Application Components

1. Essay:  Brief educational plan and career goals 

2. Two letters of recommendation:  school counselor, teacher, administrator, church clergy, organization or club facilitator, employer, etc.

3. Official Transcript of Grades

4. Zoom Meeting with Scholarship Committee or Representative required, time and date to be determined by committee

 

Submission

1. Electronic submission of application:  www.foxlakefoundation.org 

2. Email application and supplemental information to:  foxlakefoundation@gmail.com 

3. All other requested applicant components
   Mail to:   Fox Lake Foundation c/o Scholarship
   115 Ln 130A Fox Lake, Angola IN 46703
   Or
   Email to:  foxlakefoundation@gmail.com

 

Timeline:  

1. Applications Close: July 1

2. Receipt of All Supplemental Information: August 1

3. Announcement of Recipient: No Later than August 31

 

QUESTIONS: Please contact Deborah Colbert with any questions at ddcolbert55@gmail.com, (317) 313-5617, or (317) 506-3750.

 

We look forward to receiving your application!

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Thank you,

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Leadership Through Legacy Scholarship Committee

Fox Lake Preservation Foundation