The Joliet Chamber Education Committee established the JOLIET REGION EDUCATION HAWK SCHOLARSHIP FUND in 2014. Modeled after a successful scholarship program in other states, this program exists to inspire and motivate students to go beyond high school education through recognition and financial reward for academic performance and community service.

Each year 40+ elementary students are awarded $1,000 scholarships from all public and Catholic elementary and middle schools in Joliet, Laraway, Elwood, Rockdale, Channahon and Troy school districts to encourage them to attend college. Acknowledgement through each school takes place in May as well as a prominent feature in the Herald News publication. 

This gratifying project is made possible by contributions from community organizations and local businesses with the goal to raise $57,000 annually to sustain the scholarship fund. All scholarship funds will be invested through the Joliet Region Chamber of Commerce Foundation. If you would like to participate as a donor, please contact the chamber office for more information. We would be happy to schedule a time to come to you and discuss the rewards of being a benefactor.

It is a small, charitable investment to ensure a large return for our community now and in the future.