Ed Posh Scholarship Fund

Ed Posh Scholarship Fund The purpose of the Scholarship fund is to financially assist local area youth in attending college or career training.

The Fund was established in 1995 to honor Ed Posh, the former head pro of the Village Links Golf Course, for his contribution to the community and especially the local youth. During 2017 there will be 16 scholars in school; each scholar is awarded $4,000 per school year. Collectively they receive over $64,000 in annual assistance. To date the fund has awarded over $687,000 in scholarships to 90 students and there are 74 Posh scholar graduates.

07/13/2022

Last call to join us THIS FRIDAY for the 25th Anniversary Ed Posh Scholarship Gala Celebration Shootout and Dinner! Find all the details on our website - https://www.edposhscholarship.com/events/25-Anniversary-Gala/

We're excite to celebrate with everyone!

06/21/2022

Please join us in wishing a very Happy 93rd Birthday to the man behind the mission, Ed Posh!

We are thankful for the humble man you are and grateful for your continued support today of the Ed Posh Scholarship Fund in your honor!

Cheers & Best Wishes

Craig, Melissa, Pat, Hubert, Mary, Deborah, Lou, Lynn, Randy, Thomas, Matt, Michelle, John, Alicia, Dean, Glenn and all past members and directors

06/04/2022

Join us at the 25th Anniversary Ed Posh Scholarship Gala Celebration Shootout and Dinner on Friday, July 15th at the Village Links of Glen Ellyn!

Learn more at https://www.edposhscholarship.com/events/25-Anniversary-Gala/

Register at https://www.edposhscholarship.com/pdf/Ed_Posh_Entry_Form_2022.pdf

02/18/2022

The 50/50 Reverse Raffle is Only One Week Away — Get Your Tickets Before we Sell Out!

When: Friday, February 25, 2022
Where: Reserve 22, Village Links Banquet Room
Time: Kick-off at 7pm

https://www.edposhscholarship.com/reverse-raffle/

01/10/2022

Get Your Tickets for the Ed Posh Scholarship 50/50 Reverse Raffle Today!

When: Friday, February 25, 2022

Where: Reserve 22, Village Links Banquet Room

Time: Kick-off at 7pm

Find all the details on our website - https://www.edposhscholarship.com/reverse-raffle/

09/15/2021

It is with great sadness that we say goodbye to one of our founding committee members and former President, Jack (John) Westover who passed away on August 28, 2021. We are eternally grateful for all of his support throughout the years and extend our deepest sympathies to Jack's family.

If you'd like to leave a personal tribute for Jack, please visit: https://www.nimsgernfuneral.com/obituaries/John--Phillip-Westover?obId=22192186 #/celebrationWall

To make a donation in Jack's memory, please visit: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?token=1x473qJT2rY_R7CuQiemqBnGtrv7UjilRtO0JPlBUAFlFmv1fZAGEVgfYCidlEGyEmoWAbwCPd6it2uI

07/30/2021

The 2021 Auction is now LIVE! Visit our website to place your bids on 2 amazing golf experiences:

1. Two ticket packages to the 43rd Ryder Cup
2. Two night getaway to the Kiawah Island Golf Resort

https://www.edposh.com/auction/prizes2021/

Good luck and thank you for your support!

07/12/2021

We hope to see everyone THIS FRIDAY for our Sip and Say Hi to Meet the 2021 Scholars! Join us for hor'dourves, cash bar, silent auction, putting contest and the announcement of our scholars. RSVP TODAY!

https://www.edposh.com/meet-the-scholars/

06/22/2021

The Ed Posh Scholarship would like to invite you to Sip and Say Hi to meet the 2021 Scholars on Friday, July 16th!

The evening of events include the announcement of our scholars, hor'dourves, cash bar, silent auction and putting contest!

Visit our website for more information and we hope to see you there!

https://www.edposh.com/meet-the-scholars/

05/14/2021

The Ed Posh Scholarship Fund Announces Four New Scholarships for 2021!

The Board increased the annual stipend to a student 25% to $5,000 effective immediately. In 2021 and onward the scholars will receive $80,000 in annual assistance! Since inception in 1995 and including 2021 the scholarship fund will have provided $1,000,000 to 106 students. Thank you for your generosity.

Deborah Burzynski, chairman of the scholarship committee, announced the four new 2021 scholars, saying “It was a pleasure meeting so many talented scholars. The decision is difficult as we see so many exceptional candidates apply for the scholarship.”

The new scholars for 2021 are:

William Hohe: a senior from Glenbard West High School, will be attending the University of Illinois to pursue a degree in Photography and Photo Journalism.

Charles Duncan Menard: a senior from Glenbard South High School, will attend Purdue University to pursue a degree in Geology and Planetary Science.

Pavel Paunov: a senior from Glenbard North High School, plans to pursue a career in Psychology and Theater from the University of Illinois.

Colleen Shanahan: a senior at Glenbard West High School, will attend the University of Pennsylvania to study Nursing and become a Nurse Practitioner.

Congratulations to our four new scholarship winners for 2021!

02/27/2021

It's almost time for the 2021 Reverse Raffle! Login to Zoom to Join in the Fun starting at 7:00 pm. You can find all the meeting details here: https://www.edposh.com/reverse-raffle/
Thank you for your continued support and good luck to everyone participating!

02/24/2021

Only a few tickets remain for The Ed Posh Scholarship 50/50 Reverse Raffle this Friday! Visit our Raffle Page for more information or to find the Zoom Link to join in the fun: https://www.edposhscholarship.com/reverse-raffle/

02/16/2021

Get Your Tickets TODAY for The Ed Posh Scholarship 50/50 Reverse Raffle! Get more information and the link for the zoom event on our website: https://www.edposhscholarship.com/reverse-raffle/

01/28/2021

Tickets are still available for the Ed Posh Scholarship 50/50 Reverse Raffle! This year's raffle will be held virtually and will take place on Friday, February 26 at 7:00 pm. Learn more about the event and get your tickets here: https://www.edposhscholarship.com/reverse-raffle/

12/31/2020

Happy New Year from everyone at the Ed Posh Scholarship Fund! We are so thankful for all of you, our supporters, during this difficult year.

Our 2021 scholarship application is now open: https://www.edposh.com/scholars/application/

And if you'd like to make a contribution to the scholarship fund before the end of 2020, you can donate here: https://www.edposh.com/donate/

Thank you and we can't wait to see everyone again in 2021!

12/23/2020

From all of us at the Ed Posh Scholarship Fund, we wish you a wonderful and warm holiday season! Thank you to all of our friends for the support during this difficult year and we hope to celebrate with all of you again in 2021!

12/01/2020

🎁Today, December 1st, is !🎁
Please consider donating to the Ed Posh Scholarship Fund, a nonprofit that financially assists local area youth in attending college or career training. During 2020 there are 16 scholars in school, each receiving $4,000 per school year! Donate at: https://www.edposh.com/donate/

11/30/2020

You can help the Ed Posh Scholarship Fund while you shop for Cyber Monday deals on Amazon. Simply shop at smile.amazon.com/ch/36-4055410 or with AmazonSmile ON in the Amazon Shopping app and AmazonSmile will donate to The Ed Posh-Village Links Scholarship Fund Inc., at no cost to you. We appreciate your continued support!

11/27/2020

You can make a difference while you shop Black Friday or Cyber Monday deals. Simply shop at smile.amazon.com/ch/36-4055410 or with AmazonSmile ON in the Amazon Shopping app and AmazonSmile will donate to The Ed Posh-Village Links Scholarship Fund Inc., at no cost to you.

11/25/2020

We are so grateful for all of you, the Ed Posh Scholarship Fund family. Because of your generosity and support, in 2020 there will be 16 scholars in school collectively receiving $64,000 in assistance! We hope you have wonderful Thanksgiving holiday and look forward to celebrating with you soon.

Thank you kindly for your continued support.

Be Safe and Well,
Ed Posh Scholarship Fund Board of Directors

11/25/2020

We are so grateful for all of you, the Ed Posh Scholarship Fund family. Because of your generosity and support, in 2020 there will be 16 scholars in school collectively receiving $64,000 in assistance! We hope you have wonderful Thanksgiving holiday and look forward to celebrating with you soon. Thank you kindly for your continued support.

Be Safe and Well,
Ed Posh Scholarship Fund Board of Directors

Ed Posh Scholarship Application 11/20/2020

Apply for the Ed Posh Scholarship!

Students from the community who have demonstrated scholastic aptitude and achievement, activities, character, and need are eligible. Apply today - https://www.edposh.com/scholars/application/

Applications for the scholarships are also available at the Village Links Clubhouse, 485 Winchell Way, Glen Ellyn, and must be submitted no later than February 15, 2021.

Ed Posh Scholarship Application Students from the Glen Ellyn community who have demonstrated scholastic aptitude and achievement, activities, character, and need are eligible to apply to the Ed Posh Scholarship Fund.

11/10/2020

Due to the 2020 Pandemic and our decision to forego the Shootout event, which is our primary fund-raising event, we are asking for your support. Please consider assisting the Scholarship Fund with your Holiday Donation - https://www.edposh.com/donate/
Thank you for your continued support!

10/29/2020

Please Join us in Supporting the Ed Posh Scholarship Fund During the Holidays!

You can make a difference while you shop with Amazon this holiday season. Simply shop at smile.amazon.com/ch/36-4055410 or with AmazonSmile ON in the Amazon Shopping app and AmazonSmile donates to The Ed Posh-Village Links Scholarship Fund Inc.

10/07/2020

Please Join us in Supporting the Ed Posh Scholarship During Amazon Prime Day! You can make a difference while you shop Amazon Prime Day deals on October 13 & 14. Simply shop at smile.amazon.com/ch/36-4055410 or with AmazonSmile ON in the Amazon Shopping app and AmazonSmile donates to The Ed Posh-Village Links Scholarship Fund Inc.

Photos from Ed Posh Scholarship Fund's post 07/28/2020

Congratulations to our four new scholarship winners for 2020 - Ella McLaren, Lazerick Smith, Alyssa Torres and Grace Walner!

Ella McLaren: a senior from Glenbard South High School, will be attending the University of California San Diego to pursue a degree in Molecular Biology for the study of diseases.

Lazerick Smith: a senior from Glenbard West High School, will attend Hope College to pursue a degree in Civil Engineering.

Alyssa Torres: a senior from Glenbard North High School, plans to pursue a career in Bio Chemistry from Ohio State University. She would like to be a Pediatrician.

Grace Wallner: a senior at Glenbard South High School, will attend Hillsdale College to study mathematics and become an Actuary.

06/25/2020

- 2011 Ed Posh Cup winners, the Morgan Foursome! If you feel like reminiscing even more, check out our 2011 gallery page here: https://www.edposh.com/gallery/gallery2011/

Or if you really just want to golf, book your Tee Time with our wonderful hosts, the Village Links: https://www.villagelinksgolf.com/

06/18/2020

Ed's Birthday is on June 21st! We are thankful for the humble man you are and are grateful for your continued support of the Ed Posh Scholarship Fund in your honor! Join us in wishing Ed, the man behind the mission, a Happy Birthday by commenting below!

01/14/2020

We hope you can join us for the Ed Posh Scholarship 50/50 Reverse Raffle
Friday, February 28, 2020 at Reserve 22
Learn more at https://www.edposhscholarship.com/reverse-raffle/

08/02/2019

Please join us in Congratulating Ed Posh on his recent award - PGA Senior Masters Honoree!
You can read the wonderful article from the PGA on our website - https://www.edposh.com/

07/31/2019

Thank you to everyone who attended the 2019 Shootout! We are so grateful for your support!

Congratulations to all the winners and the many who tried!

You can view the full list of winners and see more photos from the event on our website: https://www.edposhscholarship.com/events/shootout2019/

07/17/2019

We're looking forward to see everyone at the Shootout this Friday!

07/11/2019

Shootout Golf & Dinner is next week! We have some amazing auction items and prizes this year! Check them out here: https://www.edposhscholarship.com/prizes/prizes2019/
A limited number of spaces are still available. Sign up your foursome now to reserve your spot!https://www.edposhscholarship.com/pdf/Ed_Posh_Entry_Form_2019.pdf

Photos from Ed Posh Scholarship Fund's post 06/21/2019

Please join us in wishing Ed Posh a very Happy 90th Birthday!!!

06/19/2019

We're 1 month away from the 24th Annual Ed Posh Scholarship Shootout Golf & Dinner - Friday July 19th! Spots are filling up fast, so sign up now to reserve your tee time! Drink bands are back for the event for only $25 from 6 - 9 p.m. for all of your favorite drinks. For more information and to sign up, visit https://www.edposhscholarship.com!

05/24/2019

Shootout Golf & Dinner - July 19th! Drinkbands are back for the event. $25 from 6-9 p.m. for all your favorite drinks. Sign up athttps://www.edposhscholarship.com/pdf/Ed_Posh_Entry_Form_2019.pdf

Ed Posh Scholarship Fund Shootout 2019, Special Event Glen Ellyn 05/20/2019

The 24th Annual Ed Posh Scholarship Shootout is only 2 months away! Join us Friday, July 19th to compete for the Ed Posh Cup and help us raise funds for our scholars! We've provided over $792,000 in college tuition assistance to local youth since 1995. Sign up today at https://www.edposhscholarship.com/events/shootout2019/?fbclid=IwAR0LCHFMkl92vYOGmtFBPSmCOeSLVFvuIoqmGnUxWGiKV5KcqXeEuZ-VpB0!

Ed Posh Scholarship Fund Shootout 2019, Special Event Glen Ellyn The Ed Posh Shootout 2019 Fundraiser will take place at the Village Links in Glen Ellyn on Friday, July 19 featuring an 18-hole Scramble Golf Tournament and dinner party. All surplus proceeds will provide college assistance scholarhips to four local students.

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Our Story

The Fund was established in 1995 to honor Ed Posh, the former head pro of the Village Links Golf Course, for his contribution to the community and especially the local youth.

The purpose of the Scholarship fund is to financially assist local area youth in attending college or career training. During 2017 there will be 16 scholars in school; each scholar is awarded $4,000 per school year. Collectively they receive over $64,000 in annual assistance. To date the fund has awarded over $728,000 in scholarships to 93 Posh Scholars and there are 74 Posh scholar graduates.

The Scholarship Fund raises funds through donations and the annual ED POSH SHOOTOUT GOLF SCRAMBLE TOURNAMENT & DINNER PARTY. 100% of the net proceeds of this fundraising event go towards the scholarship fund. Learn more at www.edposhscholarship.com.

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