2011 Scholarship and Grant Applications

Thank you for your interest in an Acorn Equality Fund scholarship. Our scholarships are designed to provide academic financial support for gay, lesbian, bisexual or transgendered students, allies or the children of gay, lesbian, bisexual, or transgendered parents. The 2011 scholarships range from $1000 to $4,000 with up to $20,000 being disbursed.

To be eligible, applicant must retain permanent residence in the AEF service area (all Illinois counties except: Cook, DuPage, Grundy, Kane, Kendall, Lake, McHenry and Will) and attend any accredited post-secondary educational facility.

Scholarships (for Students)

2011 Scholarship Application (PDF)
Please print PDF and mail to address on application. Must be postmarked by Friday, October 1st, 2010.

Grants (for Organizations and Groups)

Grant Requests for Organizations (PDF)
Please print PDF and mail to address on application.