American Legion Auxiliary - Illinois Valley Chapter Scholarship

This scholarship is offered by the American Legion Auxiliary Illinois Valley Chapter through the Redwood Foundation for Education. The award provides $300 to a graduating senior from Illinois Valley High School. The scholarship recognizes students based on financial need, ability, aptitude, and character. Applicants must submit a 500-word essay responding to the prompt 'How Do I Show Pride in Being an American?' One of the applicant's community recommendation letters must be from a minister or other member of the clergy. The scholarship is administered through the Illinois Valley High School Counseling Department.