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Parish & Other Joliet Diocese Scholarships
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Kazma Family Foundation Scholarship
The Kazma Family Foundation is a non-profit organization that provides scholarships and supports education initiatives and other charitable activities. The Kazma family launched their Foundation in 1997 to provide scholarships for students that show financial need. Over the years, it has granted 1,000+ scholarships to college and high school students and has funded the construction of various schools and classrooms in Central America and the U.S.
The Kazma Family Foundation Scholarship is a four-year renewable scholarship for students entering a Catholic high school in the Diocese of Joliet. New applications are only accepted for incoming freshman. An Awards Mass is held to present the scholarships to the winning students.
To apply, applicants must submit the FACTS Management Grant and Aid Assessment application and the Kazma Family Foundation Scholarship application. Questions and additional information on the scholarship should be directed to the Catholic Education Foundation of the Diocese of Joliet. -
Council of Catholic Women Scholarships
The CCW at many local parishes offer scholarship opportunities directly or through recommendation for the Diocese of Joliet Bishop Blanchette Scholarship. In the past IC Catholic Prep students have received these scholarships from Immaculate Conception, Visitation, St. Matthew and other parishes. Students should check with their parish CCW for scholarship opportunities.
Non-Profit Organization Scholarships
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Brian E. Wagner Fund
All students who apply for the scholarship will have to describe how they served as a positive example in the community and how they stood out as a leader among their peers. We invite you to take the responsibility and initiative to demonstrate your abilities as an outstanding example in the eyes of all those you come in contact with. It would be a privilege for you to be the next representative of our scholarship. Carry the torch Brian E. Wagner ignited during his lifetime. Your commitment to excellence will serve as an inspiration for other exemplary students to follow in your footsteps. Begin the application process at brianewagnerfund.org.Qualifying Scholarship Criteria:- There is no GPA requirement, all students are encouraged to apply
- Must have graduated 8th grade from a school in Elmhurst, IL. or be currently
- enrolled at a high school in Elmhurst, IL.
- Participated in a minimum of 3 extracurricular activities throughout time spent in high school
- Submit a copy of your official high school transcript
- Submit 2 letters of recommendation from a: teacher, coach, boss, community
- leader, etc. that you have interacted with in the last 5 years
- During years at high school, fulfilled 25 hours of volunteer outreach service with an organization that supports a cause you’d like to commit and contribute to
- If selected as a finalist, submit proof of acceptance and enrollment to a: college,
- trade school or institution of higher learning; for the upcoming fall semester.
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Standing Tall Charitable Foundation Scholarship
Registered students at IC Catholic Prep are eligible to apply for the Standing Tall Charitable Foundation Scholarship which provides the means to improve the lives of homeless, underserved and/or at-risk children. Please contact Mary Vitulli at 847-294-1123 for more information and the application.
Memorial & Family Funded Scholarships
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Genevieve and William Wilbur Memorial Scholarship
The Genevieve and William Wilbur Memorial Scholarship was established by their five children who all graduated from IC Grammar School and High School (’64, ’67, ’69, ’71, ’73). Genevieve and William placed a high priority on giving their children a foundational Catholic education through their high school years. When the Wilbur family moved to the Chicago area in 1957, Genevieve and William chose an educational environment for their children first, followed by the selection of the city to reside in. IC fit the bill because it offered a Catholic education K-12 in one location and, most importantly, was co-educational. Genevieve and William valued the importance of a sound academic education and as a teacher and an engineer, placed an emphasis on those subjects as well as healthcare. Also, they valued and supported obtaining work experience from an early age.This $1000 scholarship is open to one rising leader entering their junior year with demonstrated economic need, an interest in pursuing engineering, teaching or healthcare, and involvement in community-based volunteer activities or outside work experience. A 3.0 grade point average must be maintained to renew the scholarship. -
ICCP General Application for Memorial & Family Funded Scholarships
Please fill out the following general application thoroughly and select all eligible scholarships. ICCP General Scholarship Application -
Lumen Christi Scholarship
IC Catholic Prep encourages students to grow in wisdom, faith, and service. The Lumen Christi Scholarship honors students who illuminate their communities through academic achievement, spiritual commitment, and compassionate leadership. This scholarship is designed for students who demonstrate financial need*, maintain a GPA of at least 3.0, and actively pursue the arts and sciences and/or theology through extracurricular clubs or ministries.The scholarship award is $3,000 per year, renewable each year at ICCP. Renewal requires maintaining a 3.0 cumulative GPA, demonstrating continued financial need*, and active participating in at least one qualifying club or ministry.*Note: Families must complete a FACTS application each year to demonstrate financial need.
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Donald J. Strasser Scholarship
Don graduated from The University of Notre Dame in 1952, where he played on the varsity basketball team during his last three years. From 1956 to 1962, Don served as head basketball coach, assistant football coach, and golf coach at IC. Don is remembered as a great teacher, coach and role model for students, as he always taught integrity, fairness and determination. He also carried these qualities throughout his personal life. Don was married to his late wife Mary for 60 years and they were blessed with six children. Five of which are IC alums: Don ’74, Joan ’75, Kevin ’76, Shawn ’77 and Mark ’83. A true testament to Don and Mary’s commitment to Catholic Education! To recognize Don’s many contributions to IC, Albert J. ’58 and Amy D. Roemer established the Donald J. Strasser Scholarship Fund. The scholarship will be awarded to an ICCP sophomore, who exemplifies Don’s spirit and meets the scholarship criteria. -
Mary Guertler Memorial Scholarship
In honor of the memory of ICHS Class of 1953 alum Mary Guertler and her commitment to Catholic Education.
Mary’s Catholic faith was the cornerstone of her life. She attended mass daily. Mary was steadfast and selfless in her desire to provide each of her four children a Catholic education. No personal self-sacrifice was too great for her to achieve this vision. She went to work third shift as a Nursing Assistant at Elmhurst Hospital to ensure tuition was always covered. She specifically requested the PM shift so she was home for her children both before and after school. While a student at IC, Mary was involved in many activities including Latin Club, History Club, Volleyball, Baseball, Chorus, Eye See Staff, and Drama. Mary had an affinity for Plunkett Park, where she spent countless hours during her time in high school and beyond.
Eligibility Requirements:- Current Freshman, Sophomore, or Junior (renewable if criteria is met)
- Minimum GPA 3.0
- Stewardship to both your parish and school
- Liturgical/Youth Ministry Participation
- Financial need
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Reggie Van Eekeren Memorial Scholarship
Vanee Foods has been family owned and operated since Joseph and Adriana Van Eekeren first started the company in 1950. To honor the memory of this family and the company’s long-standing commitment to their employees and their families, as well as Catholic education, the Van Eekeren family established a unique scholarship opportunity.
A one-year, full-tuition scholarship will be awarded to a student at IC Catholic Prep who demonstrates economic need and solid academic performance. Immigrant families who live in Berkeley, IL will receive special consideration. -
The Dyer Family Scholarship
The Dyer scholarship fund was established as a memorial to Clifford & Mary by their children. The family was heavily involved in the Elmhurst community and were alumni of Immaculate Conception Grade School and IC Catholic Prep. In addition to placing a high value on academics, specifically mathematics and engineering, the family has a strong passion for music and leadership through scouting.
A partial scholarship will be awarded to an incoming freshman at IC Catholic Prep with economic need and solid academic performance. Once received, the scholarship is renewable each year for the subsequent three years as long as the student’s grade point average is maintained at a 3.0 or better and there are no disciplinary issues through the course of the year. -
The Terry Doherty Memorial Scholarship
The Terry Doherty Memorial Scholarship has been established to provide financial assistance and reward young artists of outstanding aptitude and promise in the visual arts.
Terry Doherty, a proud member of the IC class of 1991, enjoyed his years at IC more than most! Though he never achieved high accolades for his art, on the football field or in his classes, he is remembered as a Leader in kindness, fun and in life by a former teacher.
After leaving IC, Terry became a commercial fisherman. Along with five shipmates, Terry was lost at sea on November 15,1995 off the coast of Donegal in Ireland’s worst fishing tragedy. After months of searching, The Carrickatine, and its crew of six were never found.
Terry enjoyed his art classes at IC and continued drawing after graduation. There are many sketches still around of Irish scenery, George H. Bush and even Charlie Brown with Terry’s signature.
A partial scholarship (up to $2,500) will be awarded to a current freshman, sophomore or junior student which will be applied toward his/her tuition. The applicant must have a passion for visual arts.Criteria:- Current Freshman, Sophomore or Junior at IC Catholic Prep
- Outstanding aptitude and promise in the visual arts
- Strong Academic Record
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Thomas J. Fahey Memorial Scholarship
Thomas J. Fahey was a devoted father to Molly Fahey ’17 and husband to Amy Fahey, former ICCP President 2016-2017 and longtime board member. Tom’s Catholic faith and love of his family was the cornerstone of his life. Tom was a dedicated coach through the Elmhurst Knights Basketball Program and an active parent at ICCP. His commitment to the school’s mission of developing spirit, mind, and body of each student was evident through his commitment to his daughter’s success at IC Catholic Prep and beyond.
To honor the memory of Thomas J. Fahey and his commitment to Catholic Education, a scholarship fund has been established in his name for an incoming Freshmen girl. The $1,000 scholarship is renewable annually for those students meeting requirements.
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