Scholarships & Grants

Because of generous donations from individuals as well as Illinois ASBO Regional Organizations, numerous scholarships are available to help you advance your career in school business management and further develop your skills. These scholarships and grants are an investment in the future leaders in the school industry. Look below for opportunities to grow in your chosen profession!

View a list of past scholarship recipients.

    Illinois ASBO 2022 Annual Conference Scholarship

    Apply Now for Annual Conference Lodging Grants! 

    The 2022 Annual Conference is scheduled to take place in Schaumburg, IL on May 4-6, 2022. If you are unsure whether your district will be able to support your lodging to stay onsite at the conference, apply now for an Illinois ASBO Foundation Annual Conference Lodging Grant!  Don't wait — the application deadline is October 15. 

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    Available Scholarships & Grants

    School Business Management Scholarships

    See a list of scholarship opportunities available for those pursuing their education in school business management. Applications are due June 15!

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    Grants for Professional Development Conferences

    Each year, grants are made available to help Illinois ASBO members access professional development at the Annual Conference and the ASBO International Annual Conference & Expo. Applications are due October 15!

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    Facilities Scholarships

    This scholarship is available to facilities professionals to help toward participation in the CPS and CPMM Facilities Certification Programs.

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    Leadership Institute Scholarships

    Scholarships are sometimes available to help offset the cost of Leadership Institute cohort participation— both for school district and Service Associate members!

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        Foundation Information and Programs

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        Financing & Governance

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        Awards

        Know someone who has made an extraordinary contribution to the profession and deserves recognition? Nominate someone for a Foundation award!

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        Donors

        See a list of others who have already generously donated to the Foundation.

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        Illinois ASBO Foundation

        See an overview of the Foundation and what it has to offer.


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        Legacy Project

        Volunteer with fellow members and make a difference to kick off the Annual Conference.

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        Scholarship Recipient Testimonials

         These scholarships were very helpful in meeting the financial obligations of this program and providing some breathing room in my own family's budget. It was a pleasant surprise and great affirmation of the choice I made to pursue this program.”
        Richard CunninghamRichard Cunningham2020 Robert J. English School Business Scholarship & Illinois ASBO School Business Management
                                            Scholarship Recipient
         This scholarship is of great assistance in covering the costs of my college education, and relieves some anxiety associated with two of my own children in college this next year plus me being in college. It is also a great example for my children about hard work and achievement.”
        David BeinDavid Bein2017 Concordia University Doctoral Program Scholarship Recipient
         The CSBO program through NIU and IASBO is one of the most effective programs in school business management. This scholarship has provided me the financial assistance needed to stay on track with my cohort and fulfill my goal of providing equitable resources to all students.”
        LeBaron MotenLeBaron Moten2020 Robert J. English School Business Scholarship & Illinois ASBO School Business Management
                                            Scholarship Recipient

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