Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship

A four-year, full-tuition scholarship for high school seniors from Wayne County to pursue baccalaureate degrees at colleges or universities in Indiana. The scholarship also includes up to $900 annually for required textbooks and equipment.

Geographic Scope: Wayne County, Indiana (for applicants); Indiana colleges and universities (for study)

Focus Areas: Higher education, undergraduate education at Indiana institutions

Eligibility:

• High school seniors attending Wayne County schools
• Consideration given for: activities, achievements, community service, academic performance, financial need, work experience, and leadership potential

Award Details:

• Amount: Full tuition for four years plus up to $900 annually for textbooks and equipment
• Number of Awards: Two scholarships awarded annually
• Grantee Restrictions: Must pursue baccalaureate degrees at colleges or universities in the state of Indiana

Selection Process:

• Applications reviewed and scored by Foundation's selection committee
• Five finalists selected from highly competitive applicant pool
• Finalists interviewed (typically in October/November)
• Final recommendations submitted to Independent Colleges of Indiana, Inc. for review
• Winners announced in December

Program History:

• Program began in 1998
• To date, more than 50 Wayne County students have been awarded the scholarship
• Administered by Independent Colleges of Indiana (since 1997) with funding from Lilly Endowment

Contact Information:

• Phone: 765-962-1638
• Email: info@waynecountyfoundation.org
• Contact: Alex Painter, Community Engagement Officer
• Website: https://waynecountyfoundation.org/
• Address: 33 South 7th Street, Richmond, Indiana 47374

About Lilly Endowment:
Lilly Endowment Inc. is an Indianapolis-based private philanthropic foundation created in 1937 by J.K. Lilly Sr. and his sons Eli and J.K. Jr. It supports community development, education, and religion, with special commitment to Indiana.

Application Process

Selection Timeline:

• Applications accepted (exact dates vary by year)
• Five finalists selected from competitive applicant pool
• Finalists interviewed in October/November
• Winners announced in December

Selection Criteria:
Applications reviewed and independently scored based on:

• Activities and achievements
• Community service
• Academic performance
• Financial need
• Work experience
• Leadership potential

Contact for Application Information:

• Alex Painter, Community Engagement Officer
• Phone: 765-962-1638
• Email: info@waynecountyfoundation.org
• Website: https://waynecountyfoundation.org/

Note: Specific application form and detailed instructions available through Wayne County Foundation website and schools.