Career Assistance Scholarship

Hoyleton strives to build stronger communities by providing support and service to youth and families in the southern Illinois region. In an effort to help individuals reach their full potential, Hoyleton Youth & Family Services is proud to offer the Career Assistance Scholarship, an opportunity for any recipient of Hoyleton Youth and Family Services and Puentes de Esperanza to benefit. We will start accepting applications beginning April 2026.

To qualify, the applicant must be a recipient of services provided by Hoyleton, currently or in the past. This includes the Residential program, Counseling, Foster Care, Therapeutic services, Puentes de Esperanza, Prevention, and community programs.

Closing date for scholarship applications is August 2026.

The Career Assistance Scholarship supports career goals and may be used for:

Tuition assistance and fees required for the enrollment for attendance of the student at a qualifying institution (General Education Diploma, training school, trade, career based school, vocational school or another institution of the same type).
Fees, books, supplies and equipment required for courses of instruction
Room, Board and transportation.

Applicants must provide the following:

Completed application form
A statement of less than 100 words of how the career assistance scholarship will help you to achieve your career goal.
One letter of recommendation from a professional educator, counselor, or clergy

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Scholarship Career Assistance Application

Name

First Name

Middle Name

Last Name

Address

Street Adress

City

State

ZIP Code

Phone

Email Address

Education History

School Attended

Location (City/State)

Years Attended

Career Assistance Desired

School of Choice

Area of Study

How will you use these funds to achieve your career goals?

Hoyleton Youth & Family Services Support and Participation (Select All That Apply)

List time involved with each selected program.

Hobbies/Extracurriculars: List time involved and any recognition

Certification and Signature

We acknowledge that we have read the eligibility requirements in the attached brochure. All of the information furnished in support of this application is true and complete. If requested, we will submit proof of the same. Failure to do so shall invalidate this application and shall result in termination of scholarship. By signing this application, you have given Hoyleton Youth and Family Services the right to release the scholarship recipient's name in a press release and social media.

Upload Letter of Reccomendation from an educator, instructor, counselor, or clergy

Applicant Signature

Date

Parent/Guardian Signature

Reminder to Applicant: This application becomes valid only when all items have been submitted to the Career Assistance Committee at Hoyleton Youth & Family Services. Mailed applications should be addressed as: Hoyleton Youth & Family Services Career Assistance Committee| 8 Executive Dr, Suite 200 | Fairview Heights, IL 62208

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