The Chicago Department of Family and Support Services opened applications on Friday for $230,000 in Community Services Block Grant scholarships in financial aid for higher education. The grant program offers financial aid ranging from $1,000 to $5,000 for income-eligible residents of the City of Chicago who demonstrate academic achievement, career potential, and educational motivation. Income requirements can be found on the aforementioned website. Displaced and under-employed workers, high school graduates (or equivalent), and those aspiring to higher education and employment are encouraged to apply. Application information is available online.