Pay it Forward Scholarship

Scholarship Value: $1,000

Awards Available: 1

Award Deadline: Register to View


Community involvement has been a pillar of Vito & Dollenmaier Law since the firm opened its doors. Our team of Schaumburg personal injury lawyers believes in paying it forward through volunteer work as well as charitable donations. Established in the Spring of 2023, the Vito & Dollenmaier Law Pay it Forward Scholarship provides $1,000 each semester to a college student who has a need for financial assistance.

By supporting high-achieving, compassionate students through this funding opportunity, we aim to continue making positive contributions to our communities. Investing in our youth is one of the many ways we hope to pay it forward.

Winners of the Vito & Dollenmaier Law Pay it Forward Scholarship will receive a check for $1,000 to be used toward tuition and other expenses associated with their undergraduate studies.

Qualifying for Our Award

Before applying for our scholarship, please make sure you meet all qualifications listed below:

  • You have a need for financial assistance, with an annual family income of less than $75,000
  • You are (or will be) enrolled in an accredited college or university within the United States and pursuing a degree as an undergraduate student for Spring 2024
  • You are a citizen or permanent resident of one of the 50 United States

Applying for Our Award

To apply for our scholarship award, students must submit an essay as a .docx or PDF file. The essay should be approximately 250 words, and it should answer the following prompt in a thoughtful and organized manner:

Essay Prompt

What does paying it forward mean to you?

Additionally, using the application form toward the bottom of this page, please submit your contact information, (unofficial) academic transcript, proof of enrollment, and a copy of your FAFSA.

Selecting Our Winners

After the deadline passes, we will take approximately four weeks to review all applications adequately. When determining the best candidate for our award, we will consider the following criteria:

  • How well the applicant fits the requirements
  • The applicant’s ability to write a compelling essay
  • Overall organization and creativity of the essay
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