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

Funding amounts vary. Check the grant details for specifics.

This grant has a rolling deadline or the deadline has not been announced.

Funding Amount

Varies

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

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

Available Scholarships:

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

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

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

Timeline: Scholarship applications are mailed in the spring
Eligibility Requirement: Must be on ISBA's mailing list to receive applications
How to Sign Up:
What to Include: Specific application materials and requirements sent with applications in spring