New London Dollars for Scholars Auction coming soon

Dollars for Scholars is a small but mighty organization.

As the nation’s most extensive grassroots scholarship program, a wide range of student assistance is offered. The wonderful thing about this organization is that every dollar stays in the community. By harnessing the power of community, students receive assistance to attend college, vocational schools, or trade-related training. A further advantage is that students can apply for more than one year’s assistance and move steadily to completing their post-high school goals.

In 1958, Dr. Irving Fradkin founded and promoted a simple idea. His idea was that everyone in his community give just a dollar to a scholarship fund, there would be enough to help every student in the community attend college. It worked. Dollars for scholars is the nation’s largest scholarship administrator. There are 432 chapters across the nation. The average age of each chapter is 25 years.

To date, Dollars for Scholars has distributed 5.4 billion to 3.1 million students. This dedication to hometown student success is phenomenal. By designing meaningful solutions to helping every student achieve their future occupational choice, the cornerstones of our culture grow stronger and thrive.

Plan on attending this event and supporting all New London graduates. This year, something new has been added. Pilot Grove Savings Band has sponsored a Kid’s Area. There are activities to entertain the whole family. Visit New London, Iowa - Dollars for Scholars’ Facebook to see a few of the items. Also visit the New London branch of Danville State Bank to choose the auction item you wish to bid upon. Many auction items are made by our talented community members. An evening of fun and delicious food is in store for you.