Shirley M. Hurd Education Scholarship Fund Grant

Shirley M. Hurd Education Scholarship Fund Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Community Foundation of the Fox River Valley
Amount: US $1,000
Last Updated: January 16, 2026

Summary

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

Overview

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. Shirley M. Hurd Education Scholarship Fund The Shirley M. Hurd Education Scholarship Fund was created upon receipt of a bequest from the estate of Shirley Miller Hurd. The fund supports college scholarships for local students. In the awarding of these scholarships, preference is given to students attending Northwestern University. Mr. Hurd organized and was president of the world famous Sealmaster Softball team. He and his wife traveled throughout the country with the team, which eventually achieved championship status. Mrs. Hurd was a member of St. Peter Catholic Church, where she established a scholarship for students attending St. Peter Catholic School. 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. Scholarships are designated as non-renewable one-year awards or renewable multi-year awards depending upon the scholarship fund criteria, as established by the donor of the scholarship fund.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Supports college scholarships for local students. DeKalbDuPageLaSalleKendallKaneGrundyWillApplicants must maintain a permanent address located within the Community Foundation Scholarship Program service area (a few exceptions apply).