Dr Connie Tucker Scholarship Fund
Accepts applications
Dr Connie Tucker Scholarship Fund is a private foundation in Roscoe, Illinois. In tax year 2023 it gave $252,821 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $8,000 and the largest $200,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2023.
- Grants paid, 2023$252,821
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$8,000
- Largest grant$200,000
- Assets$0
How to apply
| Contact | Pamela Laughlin PO Box 497, Roscoe, IL 61073 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (815) 218-8020 |
| What to submit | A completed and signed dr. Connie tucker scholarship application form is required (must be typed or computer generated). Application must be submitted along with school transcripts, verification of grades, verification of both past and present community service, endorsement of a school guidance counselor, and two letters of recommendation (including one from a current educator on school letterhead). |
| Deadlines | March 1st of the current year of the scholarship |
| Restrictions | -must maintain a grade point average of "b- or better -must have declared an education major -must be involved in community service -must have endorsement or school guidance counselor -must have a financial need, which is defined as unable to pay for college tuition without going into debt |
What Dr Connie Tucker Scholarship Fund funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 8 | $252,821 |
Grants paid in 2023
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Rockford Promise | Education | $200,000 |
| Rockford Promise | Education | $16,821 |
| Individual | Education | $8,000 |
| Individual | Education | $8,000 |
| Individual | Education | $8,000 |
| Individual | Education | $4,000 |
| Individual | Education | $4,000 |
| Individual | Education | $4,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Robin Fiorentino
- Leta Gerber
- Pamela Laughlin
Questions people ask
Does Dr Connie Tucker Scholarship Fund accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: March 1st of the current year of the scholarship.
How much does Dr Connie Tucker Scholarship Fund give?
$252,821 in tax year 2023, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $8,000.
Who runs Dr Connie Tucker Scholarship Fund?
Its 2023 filing lists Robin Fiorentino (Committee Me), Leta Gerber (Committee Me) and Pamela Laughlin (Trustee).
What does Dr Connie Tucker Scholarship Fund fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.