Donate to the Scholarship Fund
Support the Next Generation of Lyons Graduates
Every spring, the Lyons Community Foundation awards scholarships to local high school seniors who demonstrate academic excellence, leadership, resilience, and a deep commitment to their community. These awards are only possible because of the generous support from individuals and families like you. By donating to the general scholarship fund, you help ensure that cost isn’t a barrier to higher education for the next class of Lyons graduates.
$12.1M
Scholarship Funds Raised
618
Donors
$12.9M
Scholarships awarded
$220M
Students supported
Why Give?
Your contribution to the LCF Scholarship Fund
Directly supports Lyons-area high school seniors as they pursue college, trade school, or other post-secondary paths.
Honors the community’s longstanding commitment to education, service, and leadership.
Is tax-deductible and goes straight to work—every dollar makes a difference.
“The scholarship I received from LCF gave me confidence that my hometown believes in me. It helped me get one step closer to my goals.”
— Past Scholarship Recipient
Ways to Give
One-time Donation:
Any amount helps support our local students.
Make a donation in honor or memory of a loved one.
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Set up monthly giving to provide sustainable support.
Business Sponsorships:
Show your company's commitment to education and community.
All of this is possible because of people like you.
Scholarship Information
The Lyons Community Foundation offers seven types of scholarships ranging between $500 and $2,000 for graduating high school students from the greater Lyons area. In May 2023, the LCF awarded $35,000 in scholarships to seven Lyons area graduating seniors. Offering scholarships to Lyons area graduating seniors began in 2009 with a single $500 scholarship. To date, $107,000 in scholarship funds have been awarded to nearly 80 college bound students.
LYONS COMMUNITY FOUNDATION MISSION SCHOLARSHIP.
Four to six scholarships of up to $2,500 each offered by the Lyons Community Foundation, will recognize graduating seniors from Lyons Senior High School, graduating seniors living in the greater Lyons area (80540 zip code) attending a different high school, or home schooled students from the greater Lyons area who embody LCF's mission of improving the quality of life, building a culture of giving, and encouraging positive change for the greater Lyons area.
If you would like to create a scholarship in memory of a beloved family member or friend, please click here to learn more. If you require further information, please email us at scholarship@lyonscf.org.
Create a Scholarship Fund
Create a Lasting Legacy
Establishing a named scholarship is one of the most meaningful ways to honor a loved one, support local students, and leave a legacy that grows year after year. Whether you want to celebrate a passion for the arts, recognize a career in public service, or simply give back to the Lyons community, creating a scholarship fund is a powerful way to make a long-term impact.
Memorial Scholarship Spotlight
Zoe Chase Memorial Scholarship:
This scholarship honors the memory of lifelong Lyons resident Zoe Claire Chase. The recipient of this scholarship must be a graduating senior from Lyons Senior High School, with an interest in helping people and a passion for education.
Gerald Boland Memorial Scholarship:
Honoring the memory of Gerald Boland, a 54 year resident of Lyons who taught in Lyons Schools for 31 years. He was a coach, Boy Scout Leader, and mentor who had a passion for learning and the outdoors. One $2,000 scholarship (including a $1,000 match from LCF) will be awarded to a graduating senior who shares these passions. Eligible students must attend Lyons Senior High School and have at least a 3.0 GPA.
Uncle “Bud” Winkler Memorial Scholarship:
Honoring the memory of businessman Louis Winkler, one $2,000 scholarship (including a $1,000 LCF match) is available to any graduating senior from Lyons Senior High School, a graduating senior living in the greater Lyons and plans on majoring in business or finance.