For more than a century, the OPRFHS Scholarship Foundation has represented the core values of our community—generosity, opportunity, and belief in the potential of every student.
This year, 98 scholarships totaling $287,900 were awarded to OPRFHS graduates pursuing studies at universities, colleges, and trade schools. Each award is a personal story of support, reflecting the shared values of Oak Park and River Forest—commitment to hard work, education, and compassion for others.
What sets the Foundation apart is its extraordinary connection to Oak Park and River Forest. Every scholarship, whether inspired by a love of math, art, science, or service, honors someone’s story and supports the next generation’s ambitions. These awards don’t just help students pay for college—they remind them that their community stands behind them.
As one recipient shared, “These scholarships remind me to stay engaged with my community and to embrace new opportunities, both academically and personally.” Another reflected, “ This scholarship will go a long way in helping me achieve my academic and career goals and reinforce my belief in the power of education and the kindness of those who make it more accessible to students like me.”
Their words capture what makes the Foundation unique: every gift echoes far beyond graduation day. As we look to the future, we invite you to help sustain this proud legacy—because belief, when shared, becomes opportunity. Visit scholarships4oprfhs.org to learn more.
OPRFHS Scholarship Foundation
Legacy of belief: Thanks to the generosity of our community, the OPRFHS Scholarship Foundation awarded 98 scholarships totaling $287,900—empowering students to pursue their dreams at colleges, universities, and trade schools. Each award represents a shared belief in potential, opportunity, and the strength of community support. Since 1924, the Foundation has celebrated student achievement, character, and need through scholarships that honor loved ones and reflect diverse paths to success. From music to chemistry, art to engineering, these awards remind every Husky that their future matters.
Join us in continuing this proud legacy at scholarships4oprfhs.org.