The Maine Township Reilly-Bialczak Scholarship Fund was initiated to provide an opportunity for the children of residents who are encountering financial hardship to participate in organized recreational programs. Children must be 18 years of age or younger to be eligible. Students over age 18 who are currently enrolled in high school as a full-time students are also eligible.

• Only residents of Maine Township may be considered for scholarship assistance.
• Proof of residency and financial need must be provided.
• Income for the families applying for scholarship assistance may not exceed 200% of the poverty guidelines established by the federal government.
• Items considered when evaluating an application will include, but are not limited to: Family income, current participation with public aid, the food stamp program, and subsidized housing program.
• Only original documents will be accepted. No faxed documents or copies accepted.

• Residents must first apply for assistance with their local park district. Persons requesting a Reilly-Bialczak scholarship must submit this application along with their completed local park district application.
• Applicants living in an area that is not serviced by a park district may be eligible for up to 80% of the total program cost, as they are not eligible for park district scholarships.
• Applicants will be individually reviewed.
• Applicants will be notified of the committee's decision within two weeks of receipt of all required documents.
• Applicants must schedule an appointment to submit their documents.

You can download an application or contact Vicki Rizzo at or 847-297-2510 x251 with any questions.