Illinois State Representative and Illinois Legislative Black Caucus Foundation Joint Chairwoman Carol Ammons and ILBCF Executive Director Tiffany D. Hightower (Photos Provided).
The Illinois Legislative Black Caucus Foundation (ILBCF), under the dynamic leadership of ILBCF Joint Chairwoman Illinois State Representative Carol Ammons, Executive Director Tiffany D. Hightower and the full Illinois Legislative Black Caucus, will host its Annual Scholarship Reception at the spacious UIC Forum.
A press conference will be held on Thursday, July 11, at 4:30 p.m. at the UIC Forum at 1213 S. Halsted, Chicago, Illinois.
Hundreds of students throughout the state of Illinois will receive college scholarships, which they have earned through their respective academic achievements and noteworthy citizenship endeavors.
However, the evening will also include acknowledgments and special tributes to the life of the late Cook County Commissioner Dennis Deer, who recently passed away, leaving a void on the Cook County Board of Commissioners. Many of the students who will receive the ILBCF scholarships reside within the district in which Commissioner Deer presided.
“Our mission is to dismantle systemic barriers and address the critical needs of the Black community. By providing essential resources, equitable opportunities, and fostering community engagement, we are paving the way for a brighter, more inclusive future,” says Chairwoman Ammons.
Executive Director Hightower adds, “The ILBCF continues to champion equity and empowerment for African American communities across Illinois. With a steadfast commitment to addressing systemic challenges of secondary education, the ILBCF is proud to highlight the academic accomplishments of our youth by supporting their collegiate goals and opportunities.
Since 2002, the ILBCF has awarded over $1.5 million in scholarships to deserving students, demonstrating its unwavering dedication to education and youth empowerment. This year, the foundation continued its tradition of support, with the scholarship application deadline being May 31. Students across Illinois applied for this invaluable opportunity to further their education and contribute to their communities.
As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, the ILBCF thrives on the generosity of its sponsors and donors. These contributions are essential in sustaining the foundation’s programs and initiatives, ensuring that the ILBCF can continue to make a meaningful impact. Donations support a wide range of activities, from scholarships to policy summits, all aimed at addressing critical needs within the Black community. Extensive research and input from stakeholders have identified key areas of need within the African American community.
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