The Leland L. Silliman Fund provides interest free loans to assist students who have attended Purchase School for at least three (3) years, and/or members in good standing at the Purchase Fire Department and their children, who desire financial aid to attend an institution for advanced learning, either vocational or academic. The loan is not intended to finance a student's entire education; its intent is to lessen the financial burden in the ensuing years. Loans are granted based upon need, qualifications and availability of funds.

You must submit the following documents to apply for a loan from the Leland L. Silliman Education Fund:

1. The completed, signed application form. Download the application at the link above, or an application can be picked up at Harrison High School, The Purchase Community House, or the Purchase Fire Department. You can also request an application by mail at Leland L. Silliman Education Fund, P.O. Box 88, Purchase, NY 10577.
2. A letter setting forth any financial data peculiar to your family, which is not otherwise disclosed on these forms.
3. A letter of recommendation (non-academic) from some adult who knows you well or for whom you have worked.
4. A letter of recommendation (academic) from a teacher or school official.
5. A complete transcript of your high school or college work to date.
6. A handwritten essay, not less than 250 words, explaining why you want to further your education, your choice of school, and how you envision your professional and social position five to ten years from now. (For first time applicants only)
7. A copy of your submitted Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).

Your parents must submit a Parent's Confidential Financial Statement, included with this application. They should include, if applicable, a statement as to any special expenses or obligations that affect their ability to contribute to college costs; or any drastic change in income from the amounts in last year's tax return.

In addition to the above documents, an interview is required. After the Board of Directors of the Leland L. Silliman Fund receives and reviews the above documentation, you may be invited to meet with the Board as soon as possible after May 15.

Applications should be sent to:

Leland L. Silliman Fund
P.O. Box 88
Purchase, New York 10577

If you have any questions, please email the fund at info@sillimaneducationfund.org.

All applications must be postmarked by May 1st to be eligible for consideration for September funding. Applications are accepted throughout the year. If you would like to apply in multiple years, you will need to submit a new application each year.