Wellman and Adeline Kerr Scholarship Fund Grant

Wellman and Adeline Kerr Scholarship Fund Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Southern Illinois Community Foundation (SICF)
Last Updated: January 12, 2026

Summary

The Wellman and Adeline Kerr Scholarship Fund, established by the Southern Illinois Community Foundation, aims to honor the legacy of Wellman and Adeline Kerr, former residents of Massac County. This scholarship supports local graduates pursuing further education in colleges, universities, or technical institutes, emphasizing financial need and a minimum academic performance of a 'C' average. It embodies a commitment to fostering educational opportunities and community development in southern Illinois.

Overview

Southern Illinois Community Foundation Our Vision To engage the people of southern Illinois in building a tradition of philanthropy. The Southern Illinois Community Foundation is committed to creating an opportunity for donors to participate in local community development efforts to address the changing needs of our community through charitable giving. Our Scholarships We represent scholarships all across Southern Illinois with a variety of different missions, goals, and dreams. Wellman and Adeline Kerr Scholarship Fund The Kerr Trust was established in memory of Wellman and Adeline Kerr, former residents of Massac County, Illinois, who, although having moved away, wanted to remember the place they grew up in.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Massac County High School graduate, continuing education at college, university or technical institute Award based on the need for financial assistance Academic performance of “C’ average or better