The Sauk Valley Area Chamber of Commerce Committees have awarded a total of $32,750 in scholarships to local students for the 2024-25 school year.
As part of the SVACC’s mission to “enhance the economic climate & quality of life in the Sauk Valley area,” the chamber raises funds and annually allocates scholarships for local students pursuing higher education. Various committees and volunteers coordinate fundraising efforts, collect scholarship applications, evaluate applications, and award funds.
“We are so appreciative of our members’ support to provide these scholarships. Collaborating with the chamber, whether financially, as a committee member or a volunteer goes a long way in supporting our area students in their future. A future we hope brings them back to the Sauk Valley area.,” shared Pam Fluck, SVACC Board President.
For the 2024-25 school year, the Agribusiness Committee awarded scholarships to all 15 applicants, totaling $18,750. Four manufacturing scholarships were awarded, totaling $6,000.
The Farnham Business Scholarship has been allocated for four students, totaling $4,000. The SVACC Hispanic Business Leaders Committee has awarded four scholarships, totaling $4,000.
The SVACC is honored to continue its work in supporting local students in their educational journey and is proud of the work our members and volunteers do to support these students and educational programs.
“It is due to the engagement and commitment of our members in our Chamber events and activities that allows us to make workforce develop initiatives a priority,” shared Kris Noble, Executive Director.
For more information on SVACC scholarships and their allocations, please contact Kris Noble at [email protected] or call 815-625-2400.
