The Rising Cost of College - Why your donations matter
The cost of attendance at colleges continues to rise making finances one of the determining factors on whether a student will be able to attend college. In addition to rising tuition prices, paying for housing, food, transportation, books and other school-related fees usually adds thousands of dollars to college expenses.
The cost of attendance at colleges continues to rise making finances one of the determining factors on whether a student will be able to attend college. In addition to rising tuition prices, paying for housing, food, transportation, books and other school-related fees usually adds thousands of dollars to college expenses.
Give the Gift of A College Education
College tuition hikes and decreasing financial aid have caused more and more students to apply for assistance each year. However, BSF can only support a small number of those who apply because we do not have sufficient funds to provide scholarships to every applicant. These students represent our nation’s future prosperity and we need your help!
College tuition hikes and decreasing financial aid have caused more and more students to apply for assistance each year. However, BSF can only support a small number of those who apply because we do not have sufficient funds to provide scholarships to every applicant. These students represent our nation’s future prosperity and we need your help!
Ways to Give
There are many meaningful ways you can support the Blackhawk Scholarship Fund:
There are many meaningful ways you can support the Blackhawk Scholarship Fund:
- Planned Giving
Give through Donor Advised Funds, IRA distributions (RMDs/QCDs), appreciated assets, charitable trusts, or life insurance. - Named Scholarships
Establish an endowed scholarship to honor or memorialize a loved one. - Legacy Giving
Include BSF in your will or estate plan to create a lasting impact. - Employer Matching
Many companies match donations—multiplying the impact of your gift. - Monthly Giving
Small, recurring gifts provide steady, year-round support.
Ready to make a difference?
Contact us at [email protected] to explore how your generosity can create lasting opportunities for students.
Contact us at [email protected] to explore how your generosity can create lasting opportunities for students.
“ We believe that students with strong character and academic excellence who are committed to making positive contributions deserve the resources necessary to reach their full potential. Supporting these future leaders is one of the most rewarding investments one can make.
This is why we are proud to support the noble efforts of The Blackhawk Scholarship Fund.”
—Louis & Yolanda Pilastro