Chicago REALTORS® Foundation Scholarships

Marki Lemons Ryhal Education Advancement Scholarship

The Marki Lemons Ryhal Education Advancement Scholarship supports candidates that are seeking to obtain their real estate license OR attend a Historically Black College and University (HBCU).

RRES Pre-Licensing “Roadmap to REALTOR®” Scholarship

The RRES Pre-Licensing “Roadmap to REALTOR®” Scholarship awards are based on the applicant’s indication of interest in pursuing a career in the real estate industry and letters of recommendation.

Veterans Real Estate Scholarship

The REALTORS® Real Estate School Pre-License Scholarship for Veterans award is based on the applicant’s indication of interest in pursuing a career in the real estate industry.

Xavier O. Joy Higher Education Scholarship

The Xavier O. Joy fund provides for Illinois students wishing to pursue higher education at Morehouse College in Atlanta, GA. The recipient(s) will be a current young leader who seeks to make a difference in their community.

Zeke Morris Pre-License study Scholarship

Approved recipients for the Zeke Morris pre-license scholarship will receive full reimbursement for the cost of the pre-licensing course upon joining the Chicago Association of REALTORS® as a REALTOR® member.

Chris Pezza Property Management Scholarship

This scholarship provides reimbursement to licensed real estate professionals seeking a career in property management.

Designation & Certification Scholarship

Chicago Association of REALTORS® members can apply for up to $500 for any National Association of REALTORS®-recognized designation or certification program.

Marki Lemons Ryhal Education Advancement Scholarship

The Marki Lemons Ryhal Education Advancement Scholarship will support candidates that are seeking to obtain their real estate license OR attend a Historically Black College and University (HBCU).

RRES Post-Licensing Scholarship

The REALTORS® Real Estate School Post-Licensing Scholarship is awarded to five RRES students per year and is applicable to any RRES post-licensing program.

Xavier O. Joy Higher Education Scholarship

The Xavier O. Joy fund provides for Illinois students wishing to pursue higher education at Morehouse College in Atlanta, GA. The recipient(s) will be a current young leader who seeks to make a difference in their community.

Young Professionals Network (YPN) Scholarship

The YPN Scholarship is based on the applicant’s indication of interest in pursuing a career in the real estate industry and helps eligible applications pursue an NAR-recognized designation or certification.

Zeke Morris Scholarship

This fund provides for Chicago REALTORS® members completing post-license study at the REALTORS® Real Estate School. Scholarship funds are awarded to individuals who support stabilization and economic development efforts in the following Chicago neighborhoods: Auburn Gresham, Austin, Bronzeville, Englewood, Garfield Park, Humboldt Park, South Shore and Woodlawn.

Matt Silver Advocacy Endeavor Scholarship

The Matt Silver Advocacy Endeavor Scholarship provides Chicago REALTORS® members the ability to see first-hand the lobbying efforts from State Legislative Contacts (SLC), Federal Political Coordinators (FPC), the Government Affairs Directors and REALTOR® members make on behalf of their fellow colleagues.

Sarah L. Ware Empowerment Scholarship

The Sarah L. Ware Empowerment Scholarship centers minority-owned brokerage firms in the real estate industry and works to advance their involvement. This scholarship provides financial assistance for attending industry conferences, events and meetings or paying dues for membership in Chicago REALTORS®’s Industry Partners. 

Women’s Council of REALTORS® Chicago Future Leaders Scholarship

This scholarship is designed to support and empower emerging women leaders within the organization who are passionate about advancing their careers and taking on leadership roles within the real estate industry by providing an opportunity to attend the Midyear Meetings in Washington, D.C., or the National Annual Meetings.

The Henly, Mosely & Mayer Association Leadership Advancement Scholarship

For Chicago Association of REALTORS® Staff Only

Initiated by 2018-2019 Chicago REALTORS® President Tommy Choi in honor of his three daughters, this scholarship will offer key educational and professional development opportunities to Chicago REALTORS® staff members.