Algonquin seniors win chamber scholarships

Submitted by The Chamber Foundation

The Chamber Foundation of Algonquin/Lake in the Hills has announced the recipients of the foundation’s scholarship awards. The chamber awarded $1,500 scholarships to two deserving high school seniors May 19.

“It was no easy task for the scholarship committee to make their selection, as all of the 32 candidates displayed exemplary leadership skills, community involvement and a genuine interest to make a difference in the world,” said committee member Jackie Gappa of Nationwide Insurance, Chamber Foundation president.

Students were eligible based on Algonquin or Lake in the Hills residency and/or a family member of the Algonquin/Lake in the Hills Chamber of Commerce. Evaluation of the students was through a blind process which evaluated their school and civic activities and their commitment to community leadership.

Scholarships were awarded to Alyssa Prasse and Alaina Renee Maurice, both of Algonquin. The chamber congratulates these outstanding students and wishes them continued success in their future academic endeavors.

The Foundation Scholarships are funded primarily through the proceeds from the chamber’s annual Home & Business Expo and Silent Auction from the chamber’s annual Awards Dinner Dance. The Chamber Foundation is a 501(c)3 public charity.

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