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Greater Jefferson County Foundation Announces 2027 Scholarship Application Period

posted on 10/21/26

Local students planning their next step after high school can begin preparing for the Greater Jefferson County Foundation’s 2027 scholarship application period. Applications for Fairfield High School and Pekin students open November 1, 2026, and are due February 1, 2027, at 4 p.m. 

The Foundation administers more than 60 scholarships, with opportunities covering a range of interests and fields of study, including agriculture, business, education, health care, science and technology. Students should review the available scholarships and application instructions at gjcfscholarships.org before the deadline. 

The Foundation plans to offer application assistance sessions this fall. Students and families can also contact its office at 641-472-0758 or gjcf0758@windstream.net with questions about the process.

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