A scholarship for distinguished Kansas or Missouri high school students who are openly gay, lesbian, bisexual or transgendered and plan to attend a Kansas or Missouri college or university.
The Dillenkoffer Endowment is a four-year scholarship that will provide up to $10,000 annually for 4 years of tuition at a Kansas or Missouri college or university. Applicants must be a resident of Kansas or Missouri and have at least a 2.75 GPA.
Applicants will need to describe how they have made a difference through involvement in community and school activities. There are no restrictions or limitations in the selection procedures based upon gender, race, religion, or creed. Applications and transcripts must be postmarked or emailed between January 1, 2011 and March 15, 2011 for the 2011 fall semester, and applicants must be willing to travel to Kansas City on April 17, 2011 for formal interviews.
The Dillenkoffer Scholarship Selection Committee will announce the scholarship recipient on or about May 1, 2011.
ONLINE APPLICATION