Scholarships

The Solly’s Way Foundation recognizes the character and perseverance many young people exemplify in the face of adversity. Our foundation presents a scholarship program for college-bound students who experienced the loss of a parent or guardian.

To Date, S.W.F. has awarded scholarships to 51 students in the Northwest Suburban Area

  • • Vaughn Werner

    • Aubrey Daehler

    • Max Paese

    • Mia Masciopinto

  • • Jane Bradley

    • Laura Shein

    • Marc Mason

  • • Sydney Gould

    • Jessica Hu

    • Hanna Faulkner

    • Grant Faulkner

    • Sophie Woitel

  • • Grace Lubera

    • Jack Bradley

    • Faaz Mian

  • • Timmy Adelizzi

    • Mary Kaelin Puccio

    • Katherine Shein

  • • Juliette Justice

    • Jacob Cocanig

    • Marissa Faulkner

    • Gerald Dohney

    • John Dohney

  • • Kaylie Madden

  • • Julia Shein

    • Kaylin Hu

    • Angela Choksi

    • Matthijs Enters

    • Averi Mireault

    • Tyler Hansen

    • Gabi Bendfeldt

  • • Jennifer Garcia

    • Ann Stachnik

  • • Sydney Stewart

    • Jake Zyzda

    • Justin Spiegel

    • Sean Morris

    • Romina Rago

  • • Cassie Kuehn

    • William Lake

    • Ryan Ambrose

    • Paul Whispon

    • Dominic Mues

    • Kylee Groh

  • • Luiz Garcia

    • Jake Baumgarten

    • Bailey Kuhn

    • Amelia Ashley

    • Parmveer Kahlon

  • • Sara Bonefas

    • Tommy Kowalski

Universities

University of Wisconsin - Madison, Marquette University, University of Illinois Urbana - Champaign, Harper College, Illinois State University, Northwestern University, Universal Technical Institute, Indiana University, Texas A & M, University of Missouri, Hope College, University of Iowa, University of Kentucky, University of Wisconsin - Lacrosse, Kent State University, Northern Michigan University, Butler University, Georgetown University, Emory University, University of Tennessee - Knoxville, Creighton University, Loyola University Chicago, University of Colorado - Boulder, The Ohio State University, Washington University - St. Louis, University of Alabama, Clemson University, Auburn University, DePaul University

How do I apply?

If you are qualified for our scholarship and would like to apply, please complete our application to be considered.

If you are a 2026 graduate, please apply below!

Apply Online

If you have any questions regarding our scholarship program, please don't hesitate to contact us!

Who are our applicants?

  • A graduating senior with a minimum GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale.

  • A U.S. citizen and resident of Illinois

  • A high school student at Barrington and surrounding communities

  • A history of extracurricular activities that demonstrate a willingness to serve the community

  • Submit a high school transcript to sollyswayfoundation@gmail.com

  • Complete and sign the application

  • Have suffered the loss of a parent or guardian

Need clarification on any of the qualifications?