Illinois Pawnbrokers Association: 2026
The Frank Ingram Memorial Scholarship program is named in honor of one of the founding members of IPA and modeled after the Neighborhood Scholarship program he launched as a picnic for neighborhood children twenty years ago.
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Please tell us about yourself. Things that you might include are long- and short-term goals, accomplishments relating to these goals, as well as activities that you enjoy.  
Can you help us understand your financial need? How will you be paying for your education after graduation? 
Please tell us about your career goals.
Please tell us about a personal achievement that makes you proud. 
Frank Ingram, for whom this scholarship is named, was committed to his community. Can you tell us about your community and the role that it has played in your life?
How did you hear about this scholarship?
What is the name and location of the IPA Member Pawnshop nearest your home address?
About the Scholarship
Disclosure Statement and Awarding Information
  1. The Illinois Pawnbrokers Association Frank Ingram Memorial Scholarships are two awards of $1,000 each. The two recipients may apply the funds to tuition, fees, and other expenses of their secondary education.
  2. Scholarship applicants will be notified via email of the outcome of their application. Applications are accepted April 1-30, 2025. Winners announced May 6. 2025. A celebratory luncheon is tentatively scheduled for June 14th and winners are expected to attend.  
  3. Applicants must be United States Citizens or eligible non-citizens who live in communities served by an IPA Member pawnshop. 
  4. Scholarship awards are nontransferable.
  5. Selection is based on the consensus of the IPA Scholarship Committee. All decisions of the committee are final.  
  6. Selection criteria include: accurate completion of application, financial need, and a demonstrated commitment to the community. 

Compliance

Students who submit an application certify the information provided on the application is correct to the best of their knowledge. Falsification of information will automatically disqualify a student from receiving any scholarships. Students agree that if awarded a scholarship, IPA may share their name and scholarship information with the local media, television, radio and/or the IPA website.

IPA prohibits discrimination and harassment and provides equal opportunity in its awarding of scholarships.  This is the case regardless of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, political affiliation, veteran status and disabilities that include HIV and AIDS and medical conditions.  

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