Herrin Education Foundation
Historical FunderHerrin, Illinois · EIN 37-1259400 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $500 and $6,750.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | CATHY SHELTON |
|---|---|
| Address | 500 N 10TH ST, HERRIN IL 62948 |
| Phone | 6189888024 |
| Form and materials | EACH AVAILABLE SCHOLARSHIP HAS ITS OWN APPLICATION FORM SPECIFIC TO THAT SCHOLARSHIP WITH REQUESTS FOR VARIOUS INFORMATION DEPENDING ON ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS. |
| Deadlines | ANNUALLY - VARIES BY SCHOLARSHIP BUT TYPICALLY REQUEST SUBMISSION IN FEBRUARY - APRIL OF THE YEAR |
| Restrictions | SELECTION ON SCHOLARSHIPS WILL BE MADE BY SCHOLARSHIP COMMITTEE - DETERMINATION DEPENDS ON SPECIFIC AWARD RESTRICTIONS SUCH AS STUDENT NEED, OTHER SCHOLARSHIPS RECEIVED, GRADE POINT AVERAGE, PARTICIPATION IN SPORTS OR OTHER EXTRA CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES, ETC. |
Copied as filed. Deadlines on a tax return describe the foundation's usual process; they are not confirmation of a current open cycle.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
54% of grants went outside Illinois.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Siu Bursar | Carbondale, IL | Scholarship | $14,500 |
| University of Health Sciences and Pharmacy | St Louis, MO | Scholarship | $10,000 |
| John a Logan College | Carterville, IL | Scholarship | $6,750 |
| Purdue University | West Lafayette, IN | Scholarship | $3,750 |
| Belmont University Bursar's Office | Nashville, TN | Scholarship | $2,500 |
| Siu Edwardsville | Edwardsville, IL | Scholarship | $1,500 |
| Eastern Illinois University Bursars Office | Charleston, IL | Scholarship | $1,000 |
| Ibew Local 702 | West Frankfort, IL | Scholarship | $500 |
| Murray State University | Murray, KY | Scholarship | $500 |
| University of Arkansas | Fayatteville, AR | Scholarship | $500 |
| Wartburg College | Waverly, IA | Scholarship | $500 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $42,000 | 11 |
| 2023 | $4,000 | 2 |
| 2021 | $11,500 | 9 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Feb 19, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202610509349100811
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 37-1259400
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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