Chauvin-MacGuire Memorial Scholarship Grant

Chauvin-MacGuire Memorial Scholarship Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Redwood Foundation for Education
Amount: US $6,000
Last Updated: November 11, 2025

Summary

The Chauvin-MacGuire Memorial Scholarship, managed by the Redwood Foundation for Education, supports previous graduates of Illinois Valley High School. Established in 1964, the foundation has awarded over $1.3 million in scholarships and grants in 2024 alone. This scholarship prioritizes students demonstrating academic potential, financial need, and resilience, with a preference for those starting at community colleges, particularly Rogue Community College. It aims to empower local students in their educational pursuits.

Overview

Redwood Foundation for Education Founded in 1964 as the Josephine County Educational Fund, Inc. (JCEF), in 2022, after more than five decades of growth, the organization changed its name to recognize its expanded service area and scope. Today, the Redwood Foundation for Education manages 300 individual funds and more than $12 million in assets. In 2024, we awarded $1,306,861 in scholarships, $178,071 in grants and invested $21,806 in projects throughout Josephine County and Southern Oregon. The Redwood Foundation for Education provides scholarships and grants to students in schools throughout Southern Oregon. Awards are based on demonstrated leadership and co-curricular activities, academics and need, and are funded by donations from individuals, businesses, service clubs and class alumni. Chauvin-MacGuire Memorial Scholarship Selection Criteria: Academic potential, financial need, and resiliency are considered.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Previous graduates of Illinois Valley High School.