For Kids' Sake International (FKSI) is launching a U.S. based scholarship.  The scholarship is for high school students in Southern Illinois who have lost a parent and are pursuing a career in the trades, vocational or technical fields.  Two or more scholarships of $2,500 will be awarded annually.  
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In alignment with our mission, we are awarding scholarships to Southern Illinois high school graduates in Jackson, Williamson and Union counties with $2,500 scholarships.

 

Eligibility requirements include:

• Pursuing a career in the trades, vocational or  technical fields (i.e., plumbing, welding, nursing, manufacturing and more)– see list of possible careers here. 

• Has lost one or both parents due to death, abandonment or incarceration

• Is not currently in foster care or a ward of the state

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The scholarship application is available between December 3, 2024 - February 15, 2025. 

Apply here

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