CCEEF Scholarship

Champaign County Extension Education Foundation Scholarships
The Champaign County Extension Education Foundation is a not-for-profit corporation established in 1983 to promote the educational objectives of the University of Illinois Extension, Champaign County. To enhance our educational goals, scholarships are offered to assist individuals in pursuing and achieving their own educational objectives. We believe education enriches not only the individual quality of life, but also enhances the quality of life within our communities.

Terms
Applicants receiving the scholarship must provide proof of enrollment. If an applicant does not provide proof of enrollment, they will forfeit the scholarship. Payments will be made directly to the educational institution where the applicant is enrolled. Recipients are not restricted from pursuing and accepting other forms of financial aid and/or assistantship.

Questions can be directed to CCEEF Board Member, Jennifer Smith, 217.621.6223 or extensionfoundationcc@gmail.com
For the 2026-27 academic year, the Champaign County Extension Education Foundation will be offering:
- One or more $1,000 scholarships to individuals who have been Champaign County 4-H members for 3 or more years
- One or more $1,000 scholarships to graduating High Seniors who are residents of Champaign County
- One or more $1,000 scholarships to adult learners who are Champaign County residents and have had a minimum of a 2-year break in formal education
General Eligiblity:

1. Applicant must be a Champaign County, Illinois resident.
2. Applicant must be enrolled or planning to enroll in formal education at an accredited institution.
3. Applicant must maintain progress towards educational objective and must not be on academic probation.

Selection Criteria:

1. Statement of your educational and career goals
2. Two letters of recommendation from non-family members (see specific requirements under the recommendation section of this application)
3. Statement of service activities
4. Statement of involvement in 4-H and/or any self/family involvement in Extension programming
5. Statement of financial need
6. Copy of most recent academic record/transcript (waived for adult learners)

Application Deadline is End of Day on April 15, 2026, no late applications will be accepted.

Name*

First NameMiddle NameLast Name
Preferred Name (if different than above)
Personal Email*
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Permanent Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Preferred Phone Number*
Please enter a valid phone number.
Number of years you have resided in Champaign County*
What high school did you attend (Do not use abbreviations)?*
High School graduation date (actual or anticipated)*

MonthDayYear
Date
What college/university will you be attending for the 2026-27 academic year (Do not use abbreviations)? If you are undecided, please list up to the top 3 schools you are considering.*
What major do you plan to pursue?*
For the 2026-27 academic year, you will be a:*

Full-time studentPart-time student

Which scholarship are you applying for?*

Graduating HS senior, 4-H memberGraduating HS senior, non 4-H memberAdult Learner
Describe your educational and career goals*

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In paragraph form, describe you and/or your family's involvement in 4-H and other Extension programming and activities. Information about extension can be found at www.extension.illinois.edu/cfiv *

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In paragraph form, describe non-extension related activities you have participated in. Include volunteerism, employment, civic involvement, fundraising, self-improvement, etc. Be sure to include leadership involvement. Focus on the activities that have had the greatest impact on you.*

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Describe your financial need and any extenuating circumstances regarding your financial situation (siblings in college, single parent household, etc.) *

0/250

Each applicant is required to obtain TWO letters of recommendation from non-family members. If you are applying for the 4-H member scholarship, one of your recommendations must be from a 4-H staff person or volunteer.

By inputing your recommender's email address into the field below, they will automatically receive an email to complete their endorsement once you submit your application. Applicants are encouraged to give notice to and follow up with their recommenders to ensure completion.

In the recommendation, the endorser should include their name, title, the applicant's name and a brief statement of their endorsement of the applicant as a recipient of scholarship funding.

It is FULLY the responsibility of the applicant to ensure the emails inputed are correct, and their recommendations are completed by the deadline.
Name of the FIRST non-family member who is endorsing you*

First Name/Business NameLast Name
Email of FIRST Endorser*
example@example.com
Name of the SECOND non-family member who is endorsing you*

First Name/Business NameLast Name
Email of SECOND Endorser*
example@example.com

Upload a copy of your most recent high school transcript. NOTE: while this field is not technically labeled as required, the only applicant it is not required for is the adult learners. If you are a graduating high school senior, you MUST upload your transcript. If you fail to do so, your application will not be considered.

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Upload a recent, professional head and shoulder photograph. This will be used in the event that you are selected as a recipient. Please ensure that it is a high-quality photo, no selfies, and be cognizant of the background. *

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For good and valuable consideration, I consent to the use of my name, the attached statements in whole or part, and photograph exclusively by the Champaign County Extension Education Foundation for any purpose. Consent has no influence on scholarship award decision.
Consent and Release*

I consentI do NOT consent
I hereby certify that to the best of my knowledge, the information contained within this application is correct and complete and that responses are of my own composition.*

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Champaign County Extension Education Foundation Scholarships