Jerry J. Murphy MSW Scholarship Fund Grant

Jerry J. Murphy MSW Scholarship Fund Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Community Foundation of the Fox River Valley
Last Updated: January 17, 2026

Summary

Easily learn more about the Jerry J. The next deadline for this grant is Wed, 20 Jan 2027.

Overview

The monetary value of each scholarship award varies depending upon the amount available in each individual scholarship fund. The most common scholarship award amount is $1,000 for a single year. Community Foundation of the Fox River Valley The Community Foundation of the Fox River Valley is a collection of individual funds and resources given by local citizens to enhance and support the quality of life in the Fox River Valley of Illinois. We are a tax-exempt public charity that allows individuals, businesses, and non-profit organizations to establish permanent endowments and temporary funds within the confines of one large foundation. Foundation funds are used to provide grants to non-profit organizations and scholarships to area students. The Foundation also hosts a Youth Engagement in Philanthropy (YEP) program, which helps high school students learn more about philanthropy and empowers them to make a difference in the community. The Community Foundation of the Fox River Valley serves the City of Aurora, Kane County, and Kendall County within the State of Illinois. Jerry J. Murphy MSW Scholarship Fund The Jerry J. Murphy MSW Scholarship Fund provides scholarships to students pursuing a Master of Social Work degree. Jerry Murphy is the retired Executive Director of the INC Board. He served residents of Kane County for over 28 years during his time with the organization. INC Board, NFP, is an Illinois, not-for-profit corporation which was chartered as Mental Health and Mental Retardation Services on April 21, 1969, to promote the creation of local mental health boards authorized under 405 Illinois Compiled Statutes §20/3a.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Applicants must maintain a permanent address located within the Community Foundation Scholarship Program service area (a few exceptions apply).Available to residents of the Foundation’s service area.DuPageDeKalbGrundyLaSalleKaneKendallWill