Local students graduating high school in 2024 and heading to college are encouraged to apply for an Orland Township Scholarship Foundation award. Over the past several years, Supervisor Paul O’Grady — who also serves as the President of the Foundation — and the Board of Directors have awarded over $216,700 dollars in scholarships, helping well over 280 students receive financial aid towards college.
Applications will be available on Friday, Jan. 19 at the Orland Township office, 14807 S. Ravinia Ave., from guidance counselors at area high schools and from the Township’s website, orlandtownship.org.
Completed applications must be returned to the Township or postmarked by Thursday, March 28.
The Scholarship Foundation will select finalists after reviewing each application. It will then award scholarships based on a combination of factors including the applicant’s commitment to community service, academic focus, recommendations from school representatives, volunteer supervisors or employers, and an essay. Students faced with financial hardship will be given strong consideration.
Please call Orland Township at (708) 403-4222 with any questions.