Hillsdale, Michigan — The Hillsdale County Community Foundation is thrilled to announce the opening of the 2024 Scholarship Application, offering an unprecedented opportunity for aspiring students to pursue their dreams across a diverse range of fields. With over 135 scholarships available on a single application, HCCF is committed to fostering education and empowering individuals to reach their full potential.

This unique scholarship program is designed to cater to a wide array of academic pursuits, including trades, associate degrees, and bachelor’s degrees. By consolidating over 135 scholarships into one streamlined application process, the Foundation aims to simplify the scholarship application journey, making it more accessible and inclusive for Hillsdale County students with diverse interests and career aspirations.

Key Highlights of the 2024 Scholarship Application:

  1. **Diversity of Scholarships:** Our application ensures that students pursuing trades, associate degrees, and bachelor degrees ALL have the opportunity to apply for financial support.
  2. **Streamlined Application Process:** Say goodbye to the hassle of multiple applications. The 2024 Scholarship Application is designed to save time and effort, allowing students to focus on showcasing their achievements and aspirations.
  3. **Empowering Tomorrow’s Leaders:** By investing in education, the Hillsdale County Community Foundation aims to empower the next generation of skilled professionals, innovators, and leaders who will contribute positively to our community and the world at large.

To apply for the 2024 Scholarship Program, interested individuals can visit www.abouthccf.org starting at noon on Friday, December 8, 2023.  The deadline for applications is 4:00 p.m. on Friday, March 1, 2024, and successful applicants will be announced in May at high school award and/or graduation events.

For media inquiries or more information about the 2024 HCCF Scholarship Application, please contact: Mindy Eggleston, Program Director, 517.439.5101, M.Eggleston@abouthccf.org

The Hillsdale County Community Foundation was established in 1991 with their slogan, “For good. For ever.”  As a community grant-making foundation, it provides seed money to organizations and institutions that have identified problems and have designed constructive action programs aimed at solutions. A majority of the Foundation’s grant making is focused on the areas of youth, leadership, philanthropy and volunteerism.

###