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    Gerald C. Bulkeley Scholarship Fund

    Community Foundation of Central Illinois · Foundation program

    Data verified Nov 2026 · CollegesRef 2026–27 edition

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    Award

    Up to $5,000

    $5,000 each year for four years

    Deadline

    See the official page for current dates.

    Checked against the official page on Nov 6, 2026.

    About this scholarship

    The Gerald C. Bulkeley Scholarship Fund was established by the family of Mr. Bulkeley to honor his legacy of civic and educational leadership in the Abingdon community. This multi-year scholarship is designed for graduating high school seniors who attend school in District 276 and live within the geographic boundaries of the former District 217. Candidates must plan to pursue their higher education at an accredited four-year college or university. Selection is based on the applicant's demonstrated desire to succeed, the quality of their submitted essay, academic performance, and letters of recommendation. Recipients will receive financial support annually for up to four years of their undergraduate education.

    Who can apply

    • Resident of Illinois
    • High school student
    • 12th grade
    • Usable at: 4-year college
    • Applicant must attend school in District 276 and reside within the boundaries of former District 217 in Illinois. Must plan to attend a four-year college or university.

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    Award details

    Amount
    Up to $5,000
    Number of awards
    Not stated
    Renewable
    Yes, in later years if you stay eligible
    Merit-based
    Yes
    Need-based
    No
    Essay required
    Yes

    Key dates

    1. Applications open

      Open now or not stated

    2. Deadline

      See the official page for current dates.

    3. Winners notified

      Not stated

    As published: See the official page for current dates.

    How to apply

    1. Complete the online application and submit an essay, high school transcript, ACT or SAT scores, and two letters of recommendation from educational and professional contacts.
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    Provider and source

    Provider
    Community Foundation of Central Illinois
    Last verified
    Nov 6, 2026

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