Each year, the Environmental Defenders of McHenry County offers a scholarship to high school seniors interested in pursuing a career in environmental work. The $500 scholarship will be awarded to a graduating senior who has demonstrated a commitment to his/her schoolwork, community, and to the environment. Applicants cannot be a relative of a Defenders board member or staff. The following criteria will be used to choose the winner of the scholarship:

·        A resident of McHenry County

·        Volunteer work/service for an environmental organization

·        Two letters of recommendation, with one being a teacher

·        Grade point average from high school transcript

·        An essay on your goals and aspirations

The completed applications must be returned to the Environmental Defenders of McHenry County office by May 9, 2011. If you have any questions regarding the scholarship, please call the office at 815-338-0393.