Youth Outreach

College Scholarship Program

In 1979, the ISA established a scholarship program for college-bound students. Scholarships ranging from $500 to $1000 are awarded to students who demonstrate outstanding scholastic, extra-curricular and character qualifications.

Each Illinois county that participates in the ISA membership program awards at least one $500 scholarship each school year. The scholarship program is open to Illinois students attending an Illinois higher learning institution.

College Scholarship Application 2024-2025
ILLINOIS SHERIFFS’ ASSOCIATION
Deadline: March 15, 2024

Cebrin Goodman Teen Institute on Substance Abuse

For over 30 years, the Illinois Sheriffs’ Association has been awarding scholarships for youth to attend the Cebrin Goodman Teen Institute (CGTI). CGTI is a 5-day youth leadership conference sponsored by the Illinois Alcoholism and Drug Dependence Association (IADDA). It is an award-winning program that offers opportunities for teenagers around the state to learn about leadership, healthy choices and working with others to create better communities.

Throughout the week, participating teenagers will hear from renowned speakers from across the country, participate in discussion groups, and enjoy many activities that promote healthy lifestyles. The participants meet with their Community Action Team, which is a group of students from his or her geographical area that assesses the needs of the community and develops plans to address issues. The teens will learn to develop skills to advocate for positive change, make a difference in their community, communicate more effectively, and prevent drug and alcohol abuse.

Thanks to the generosity of our Association members, the Illinois Sheriffs’ Association has sponsored thousands of young people throughout the state to expand their leadership skills.

CLICK THE LINK BELOW TO APPLY FOR A SCHOLARSHIP TO CGTI 2024!!!

July 14th-18th at Eastern Illinois University

CGTI APPLICATION CLICK HERE!!

Special Olympics Illinois – Law Enforcement Torch Run

The Law Enforcement Torch Run® is the single largest year-round fundraising event benefiting Special Olympics Illinois. The annual intra-state relay has two primary goals: to raise money for this life-changing cause and to gain awareness for the athletes who participate in Special Olympics Illinois.

The Law Enforcement Torch Run® has raised more than $70 million since 1986, while increasing awareness of Special Olympics Illinois athletes and their accomplishments. These funds help transform the lives of people with intellectual disabilities, allowing them to realize their full potential in sports and in life.

In addition to law enforcement annual fundraising activity, approximately 3,000 officers representing every branch of law enforcement across the state carry the Flame of Hope nearly 1,500 miles, running through thousands of Illinois communities and 23 different routes before reaching the Opening Ceremony of the Special Olympics Illinois Summer Games. The Illinois Sheriffs’ Association, Sheriffs’, staffers, and Associate Members are proud to be affiliated with Special Olympics Illinois and see the transformation in the lives of its Athletes. For your involvement call 309-888-2551.