Zeta Chapter Memorial Award
Community Foundation of Northern Illinois
Deadline: February 1.
To provide educational resources to Freeport High School students who wish to pursue further education in the fine arts. Qualifications: Applicants must be a graduating senior at Freeport High School; exhibit artistic talent by participating in the Freeport High School arts curriculum; demonstrate academic achievement, self-motivation, and an interest in the arts; intend to pursue further education in the fine arts. Selection criteria: Applications are read and scored by committees of volunteers who use a "blind" review process and make recommendations to CFNIL's board of trustees; based on various factors: community engagement; academic achievement; financial need; athletic participation; field of study. How to apply: Applicants must submit online nomination form; provide the full name, title or position, employer, and a mailing address for the nominee; it should succinctly - in 40 words or fewer; nominator must write a letter of recommendation in support; letters of recommendation from the nominator and each reference shall not exceed two standard pages (8.5”x11”) or A4 page with a minimum 11 pt font; narrative statement should be specific, accurate, complete, and succinct (approximately 525 words); the nominator may attach additional materials that support the nominee(s) achievements as appendices; appendices may include, but are not limited to: a list with contact information for additional nominees; the nominee(s) résumé or CV; links to media, such as news coverage about or interviews with the nominee(s); specifications of products designed, or materials related to programs led. Focus: Arts.