The Dr. Karen Ward Memorial Survivor Scholarship

This year, the committee lost a very important member, Dr. Karen Ward. Karen was a huge advocate in the fight against Domestic Violence. She always brought kindness into everything she did. She is missed terribly. We have chosen to name this scholarship in her honor. 

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Will County Take Back the Night awards a scholarship to help survivors of gender-based violence obtain a post-secondary education that will offer them the chance to reshape their future by securing employment and gaining personal independence.

 

Candidates must be enrolled or planning to enroll at an accredited public or private post-secondary school, including community colleges, technical schools, and four-year universities. Scholarships are for post-secondary study only.

 

Application and Deadlines

To be considered for the scholarship, applicants must submit all requested materials, including:

 

Applicant Information Form

Questionnaire

Authorization for Release of Information

Agency/counselor/social worker recommendation

Letter of Recommendation

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Deadline: October 2, 2026

 

To request an application, please email willtbtn@gmail.com​