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Robert & Helen Patterson Higher Education Award

CHRISTIAN ACTIVITY CENTER

Funding Amount

Minimum $1,000

Deadline

May 31, 2026

52 days left

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

Robert & Helen Patterson Higher Education Award

Overview: A scholarship named in honor of Robert and Helen Patterson who recognized the importance of quality education and investing in young people.

Geographic Scope: East St. Louis, Illinois area (preference for CAC participants)

Focus Areas: Higher education support for high school seniors

Award Amount: Minimum $1,000

Eligibility:

  • High school seniors

  • Demonstrated good academic performance

  • Service commitment to CAC or other community organizations

  • Must complete application packet in its entirety
  • Key Information:

  • Scholarship named in honor of Robert and Helen Patterson

  • Patterson family philosophy: "No one can ever take education away from you"

  • Award formally presented at a scholarship reception

  • Applicant notification in June
  • Contact Information:

  • Email: info@cacesl.org

  • Phone: 618-874-5615

  • Address: PO Box 2525, East St. Louis, IL 62202
  • How to Apply

    Application Process

    1. Complete the application packet in its entirety
    - Application packet available for download on the CAC website
    - All sections must be completed to be considered

    2. Submit by deadline
    - Deadline: May 31, 2026
    - Deliver to: PO Box 2525, East St. Louis, IL 62202

    3. Selection and Notification
    - Applicants will be notified in June
    - Award formally presented at scholarship reception

      Required Materials

    • Completed application packet (must download from scholarship page)
    • Academic performance documentation
    • Service commitment evidence (CAC or other community organizations)

    Focus Areas & Funding Uses

    Fields of Work

    educationcollege-prep

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