TAKING IT SLŌ
Big changes don't happen overnight, which is why we invest in our future community leaders that can make big changes with time.
The Slō Foundation awards annual scholarships to graduating high school seniors who have made sizable social impact to their communities, to support them throughout their continued education. We also host a yearly Back To School drive that gives resources to primary and secondary school students.
SOCIAL CHANGE, REWARDED
Chicago is a city built by neighborhoods - each with their own personality and heartbeat. When young people strive to improve their surroundings, it doesn't go unnoticed. We offer financial support for higher education in the hopes that they bring their new knowledge back to foster social change within their communities.
WHAT WE DO
We're here to help Chicago's young people continue their education through our scholarships and donation drives. For questions about us and how we can help your community, please get in touch.
SCHOLARSHIP
Every year, one student receives $1,000 towards their higher education. This money can be used for books, materials, housing or any expense directly related to their schooling.
BACK TO SCHOOL DRIVE
Back to school is a big expense for so many families. To help our communities, our network collects donations of school supplies to primary and secondary schools.
SCHOLARSHIP
Each year, we give $1,000 to scholarship recipients to use towards their higher education. This can be used towards universities, community colleges, or trade schools.
ELIGIBILITY
To receive this scholarship students must be working to create significant social change in their community.
Part of the application is an essay from the student speaking to their contribution to making their community a better place.
We require two letters of recommendation from people other than family. This could be community leaders, teachers, mentors, or anyone else willing to speak to the student's work.
USES
Our scholarship goes directly towards higher education. This could be anything from books to tuition fees or any other resources needed to complete the school year.
The Slō Foundation will pay the school directly via check, meaning enrollment into a school is required before payment can be released.
Recipients who maintain passing grades and continue their education will receive their scholarship for up to four years of higher education.
QUESTIONS?
If you have any questions about applying to the scholarship, please get in touch. If getting letters of recommendation isn't possible for you, we will work with you. We're here to help!
BACK TO SCHOOL DRIVE
Getting kiddos all the necessary school supplies is expensive. We are focused on primary school and secondary schools with these tools. Please help us support our Partners this year by participating in our Back To School Drive!
WHEN + WHERE
DATE
July 31st, 2020 & August 1st, 2020
TIMES
10a - 5p
LOCATION
The Forge
4312 N Lincoln Ave
Chicago, IL 60618
INFO
There is no appointment necessary to drop items off during operation hours.
HOW TO GIVE
Please bring new items from the list below. There is no limit on how much you can bring!
REQUESTED ITEMS
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Check back soon! With the changes due to COVID-19 we are working to better understand the needs of our partners.
OUR PARTNERS
BREAKTHROUGH URBAN MINISTRIES
Breakthrough partners with those affected by poverty to build connections, develop skills, and open doors of opportunity.
DONATE
Help us give more opportunities to more students. Your donations are tax deductible as we are a 501 c-3, but more importantly you're helping Chicago's youth achieve their higher education goals!
TALK TO US
We want to help as many people as we can. Please get in touch if you would like your school or organization to benefit from our Back To School Drive or if you have a student you'd like to nominate for our scholarship!