It is 2026 - 26 years for the scholarship! This year's Goal: Raise $2,600
As of end of April 2026,
fifty-nine (59) students have received scholarships - totaling over $52,000 awarded.
About Rebecca - It has been 26 years!
Rebecca Berger was a student at Stevenson High School when on June 2, 2000, the last day of her Sophomore year, she died of a sudden asthma attack. On that day, she had been selected for Patriot Singers, and was celebrating with others who had also been selected, when she had the fatal attack.
While she was at Stevenson she was a charter member of Syncopation, performed in Madrigal Singers, participated as a cast member in to musical theater productions, was selected for District 7 Jazz Choir, and was inducted into the International Thespian Society.
About the Scholarship Fund:
The Rebecca Gayle Berger Memorial Music Fund was established by her family - parents Judy and Rich Berger, and brother Jeremy (Stevenson class of 1999) - in order to perpetuate her memory.
Each year it recognizes and honors two or three deserving seniors devoted to society who are planning to major in Music, Music Education, or Theater; much like Rebecca had planned to do after high school.
As of end of April 2026, fifty-nine (59) students have received scholarships - totaling over $52,000 awarded.
Rebecca is remembered for her love of music, musical theater, and people.
Her love of others was the cornerstone of her values. She did not prejudge people based on looks or status, but was open to everyone and was very dedicated to her friends.
She performed community service projects from an early age, and she cared deeply about people who were in need.
Where you can donate
Donate On-Line or Send a Donation:
On-line donations are made directly to the
Stevenson Community Foundation
a 501(c)3 charity.
Tax-id: 36-3963828
Choose a pre-set amount or enter your donation amount, then fill in the form. Click SUBMIT.
You can also mail donations to:
Stevenson Foundation
2 Stevenson Drive
Lincolnshire, IL. 60069
ATTN: RGBMMF Scholarship
Thank you.
Looking back at Scholarship recipients from 2025 to 2023 :
2025 Scholarship Ceremony - 3 Recipients
Presentation by Judy and Rich to the 2025 Scholarship Recipients (left to right) -
Joseph, Josh, and Morgan
Morgan
2025 Scholarship Recipient
Joseph
2025 Scholarship Recipient
Josh
2025 Scholarship Recipient