Foundation

The Foundation exists to enable community support of the college. Through the Blackhawk Foundation, you can help provide student assistance through grants and scholarships, as well as through investment in facilities and resources that enable student success.

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On an annual basis...

56%

Percentage of students who receive a scholarship

300+

Scholarships awarded every year

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Scholarship Window Open Until Oct. 15

Each year, more than 200 students receive financial assistance through scholarships and emergency grants administered by the Blackhawk Foundation.

Emergency Assistance

Funding is available for eligible Blackhawk students experiencing unforeseen financial expenses for food, gas, rent, utilities, etc.

Foundation Events

The Foundation sponsors several community events for students, faculty and the community.

Foundation Q&A

Do you have questions about the scholarship schedule, offering external scholarships, giving, or other information about the Foundation?

IDEAL Scholarship

The IDEAL Opportunity Scholarship aims to increase access to education and make a degree from Blackhawk Technical College possible for an individual from a historically underrepresented group who faces financial barriers to post-secondary education.

Funded by the Blackhawk Technical College Foundation, the IDEAL Opportunity Scholarship recipients will receive funds to cover tuition, fees and required materials as well as a cost-of-living stipend.

Recipients also will be engaged with a paid internship within their related field of study and receive support from a college faculty mentor.

Details

Eligibility

An individual from a historically underrepresented group
Facing financial barriers
May be a first-generation college student

Enrollment

Enrolled at Blackhawk in one of the following programs:

To Apply

Complete the Foundation Scholarship Application and put “IDEAL Opportunity Scholarship” when asked if there is a specific scholarship you are looking to apply for.

Existing Scholarships

Donate to an existing Foundation scholarship.

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Create a Scholarship

Create a named or endowed scholarship to honor a family or community member.

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Blackhawk Fund

The fund provides annual support for a number of important initiatives.

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Planned Giving

Talk to us about setting up a gift through your will or estate.

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In-Kind Donations

Non-monetary donations provide necessary technology and supplies.

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Naming Opportunities

Put your organization or family’s name on a campus building, room, or program.

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Contact the Foundation

If you are not able to find what you're looking for, please reach out to the Foundation team.

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The Blackhawk Technical College Foundation, Inc. is a nonprofit organization that receives, holds, and disburses funds for the betterment of the college and its students. The Blackhawk Foundation is tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.