The Mellinger Foundation Inc, based in Monmouth, IL, is a private philanthropic organization dedicated to providing scholarships to prospective college students. With over $40 million dollars awarded to thousands of students, the foundation aims to alleviate the burden of rising college costs and help students achieve their educational goals.
Founded in 1959 to honor Edward Arthur Mellinger, a prominent figure in the telephone industry, the foundation recognizes the importance of charitable giving in supporting individuals in need. By offering scholarships at no cost to the recipients, the Mellinger Foundation strives to make higher education more accessible and affordable for undergraduate and nontraditional students residing in select counties in Illinois.
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