Scholarships available to college-bound female volunteers

In keeping with its mission of promoting voluntarism and developing the potential of women, the Junior League of Kane and DuPage Counties Inc. recently announced that, once again, it is making scholarships available to local, college-bound, female high school students who have demonstrated an outstanding commitment to voluntarism.

Applications are now available online at www.jlkd.org and are being accepted through March 17.

Each year, the JLKD awards at least two $1,000 scholarships to the most deserving applicants.

To qualify, entrants must be female, college-bound high school seniors and reside in Kane, DuPage, Kendall or Will counties.

In addition to completing the application form, interested candidates must prepare a 200-word essay describing their volunteer experiences and how these activities have benefited them and their communities.

Additionally, each applicant must show proof of acceptance to an established, accredited college or university, and also submit a letter of recommendation from an academic adviser, counselor, teacher, employer or volunteer organization supervisor.

"There are so many wonderful things being done by young people who have committed themselves to giving something back to their communities," said President Mandie Cummins.

"We are pleased to recognize these young volunteers and to support them in their continuing education."

For details about the scholarships, visit www.jlkd.org or call (630) 653-5989.