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    Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship – Marion County

    Indianapolis Foundation · Foundation program

    Data verified Nov 2026 · CollegesRef 2026–27 edition

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    Award

    Amount varies

    Deadline

    See the official page for current dates.

    Checked against the official page on Nov 6, 2026.

    About this scholarship

    The Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship Program aims to raise educational attainment levels in Indiana, highlight the positive impact of local community foundations, and encourage scholars to engage with state leaders to improve the overall quality of life. This program is specifically for high school seniors residing in Marion County who are nominated by their school counselors. Candidates must demonstrate financial need, academic achievement, and a strong commitment to community service and leadership. Recipients must enroll full-time in a baccalaureate program at an accredited public or private higher education institution within Indiana. Nominated students who do not receive this award may automatically be considered for alternative funding from other associated scholarship funds without submitting additional materials.

    Who can apply

    • Resident of Indiana
    • High school student
    • 12th grade
    • GPA of 3.00 or higher
    • Shows financial need on the FAFSA or state aid application
    • Usable at: 4-year college, public college, private college
    • Must be a resident of Marion County, Indiana. Must graduate from an accredited Indiana high school. Must plan to pursue a full-time baccalaureate course of study at an in-state public or private college or university. Must demonstrate community volunteerism, leadership, and initiative.

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    Award details

    Amount
    Amount varies
    Number of awards
    Not stated
    Renewable
    One-time or not stated
    Merit-based
    Yes
    Need-based
    Yes
    Essay required
    Not stated

    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. Students cannot apply directly and must be nominated by their high school guidance counselor.
    2. Interested students should contact their school counselor to request a nomination.
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    Provider and source

    Provider
    Indianapolis Foundation
    Last verified
    Nov 6, 2026

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