ISBA Scholarships (Patrick Juris, Valiant, and Mary Mayer Memorial Scholarships)

ISBA Scholarships

Geographic Scope: Illinois residents only

Eligible Applicants:

• All Illinois adults living with spina bifida
• Must be on ISBA's mailing list to receive application materials

Patrick Juris Scholarship

• Awarded to a student with spina bifida preparing for a field of service that helps others
• Named after Patrick Juris, remembered for his legacy as a friend, leader, and advocate
• More information: Patrick Juris Scholarship Fund Facebook page and www.patrickjurisscholarshipfund.org

Valiant Scholarship

• Awarded to a student who displays outstanding leadership, good will toward those less fortunate, and dedication to making a difference
• Named after the late Bill Valiant, who with his wife Bonnie was instrumental in leading and growing ISBA for more than 25 years

Mary Mayer Scholarship

• Named in memory of Mary Mayer, a fiercely independent individual with spina bifida
• Honors her fight for social justice and rights of people with disabilities
• Awards students who serve as advocates through example and providing accurate information on educational, social, and financial resources

Program Support:
The ISBA scholarship program is made possible in part by "A Helping Hand"

Contact:

• Phone: (773) 444-0305
• Email: info@i-sba.org
• Address: 2211 N Oak Park Avenue, Chicago, IL 60707

Application Process

• Timeline: Scholarship applications are mailed in the spring
• Eligibility Requirement: Must be on ISBA's mailing list to receive applications
• How to Sign Up:
  • Contact ISBA at info@i-sba.org or (773) 444-0305
  • State that you are an Illinois adult living with spina bifida and want to sign up for the mailing list
  • No fees to be on the mailing list
  • ISBA does not have memberships; serves all people living with spina bifida in Illinois
• What to Include: Specific application materials and requirements sent with applications in spring