Become a Scholar
Spring applications have now closed. Students will be informed of awards no later than April 30th, 2026.
Have questions or need guidance? Our team is available to help at scholarships@cfmdin.org.
How to Apply
Applying for scholarships online is quick and easy.
To apply, start by creating an account in our online scholarship application system. You will then complete a Universal Application. Your answers will match you with the scholarships that you qualify to apply for. You may be required to provide supplemental information such as additional essays and/or short answer questions to complete your applications. All additional information should be submitted through the online application. Once you create your account, you can log-in and out of the system as often as you like to complete your applications.
Frequently Asked Questions
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The Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship is announced in December annually, and the scholarships selected by The Community Foundation are announced during April and May.
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If you are unsure if you meet the qualifications for a scholarship, please reach out to your school counselor . Students who do not meet the qualifications listed on a scholarship are not forwarded to the scholarship review committee.
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The Community Foundation’s scholarship committees designated for each type of scholarship review all applications and make recommendations to the Board of Directors. Committees are made up of volunteers of people that work and live in Delaware County. The Board of Directors ultimately approves or denies all requests. Staff of The Community Foundation does not approve or deny scholarship applications.
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Once you are awarded a scholarship you will receive an e-mail directing you to provide additional information through the online scholarship system. You will need to provide The Community Foundation with the names of your parents/guardians (how you would like them to appear in a press release), the college you will be attending, your student ID, major, headshot, and a thank you note to your scholarship's donor. Please call 765-747-7181 or e-mail scholarships@cfmdin.org if you need further assistance.
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High school students are encouraged to first contact their school counselor, as they have all of the information on scholarships administered by The Community Foundation. If your school counselor needs additional information they can reach out to us directly. If you are a college student or a high school student outside of Delaware County, please call 765-747-7181 or e-mail scholarships@cfmdin.org to speak with a program and nonprofit relations team member.
