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Meet the 2026 Hall of Fame Inductees
The Carson Scholars Fund is thrilled to announce the induction of five new members into its Hall of…
The Ben Carson Reading Room has officially opened at The Loyola School. Read Candy Carson’s initial reflections on the new space.
The 310th Ben Carson THINK BIG Reading Room in the country has been established at The Loyola School…
30 Years, 30 Scholars: A Look at the Alumni Shaping the Future
This year, the Carson Scholars Fund (CSF) is celebrating an exciting anniversary! 2026 marks 30 years of awarding…
Honoring the Life and Legacy of Wes Guckert
We are deeply saddened to share the passing of Wes Guckert, a devoted champion of the Carson Scholars…
Unlocking the Power of Yet: Schools Celebrate CSF’s 20th Annual National Day of Reading
For our 20th Annual National Day of Reading, we wanted to feature a book that embodies the spirit…
Welcome Evan to the CSF!
Evan Harasty recently joined the Carson Scholars Fund as an Operations & Finance Assistant, where he works closely…
307,437 Minutes of Magic: Celebrating the Fall 2025 CSF Readathon
CSF’s first Readathon was so successful that we just had to bring it back, this time with a…
Inspiring Innovation, Igniting Imagination This #GivingTuesday — December 2, 2025
As we approach the season of giving, we’re reflecting on the power of community, generosity, and imagination to…
What You Need to Know About Recommendation Letters for the Carson Scholarship
For students applying for the Carson Scholarship, at least one recommendation letter is required with the application. The…
