How much funding does Richard Lis Memorial Scholarship provide?

Richard Lis Memorial Scholarship provides $1,000 per award (20 scholarships available) in funding.

When is the deadline for Richard Lis Memorial Scholarship?

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

Richard Lis Memorial Scholarship

FRATERNAL ORDER OF POLICE CHICAGO

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Funding Amount

$1,000 per award (20 scholarships available)

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

Richard Lis Memorial Scholarship

Funder: Chicago Lodge #7 of the Fraternal Order of Police (FOP)

Overview: Annual scholarship drawing honoring the late State Lodge President Richard Lis, who made significant contributions to the community and law enforcement.

Award Details:

Number of awards: 20 scholarships annually

Award amount: $1,000 per scholarship

Additional selections: 5 additional names drawn as backup winners in case primary recipients are not in college or decide not to continue education

Eligibility:

Dedicated students looking for financial assistance for higher education

Must be pursuing higher education at the time of award

Geographic Scope: Chicago area (FOP Lodge #7 members and their families)

Focus Areas: General educational support for pursuing higher education

Selection Process:

Drawing held at General Meeting on November 15 (as noted in 2023 announcement)

Application-based selection through random drawing

Contact Information:

FOP, Chicago Lodge #7

1412 West Washington Boulevard

Chicago, IL 60607-1821

Attention: Scholarship Committee

Phone: (312) 733-7776

Application Method: Mail application via police mail or U.S. Post

How to Apply

1. Download the scholarship application form from the FOP website
2. Complete the application form in full
3. Mail your completed application to:
- FOP, Chicago Lodge #7
- 1412 West Washington Boulevard
- Chicago, IL 60607-1821
- Attention: Scholarship Committee
4. Use either police mail or U.S. Post for submission
5. Submit before the deadline to be considered

Note: Specific application deadline date not provided in source material; applicants should contact the Scholarship Committee for exact deadline information.

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