Mark A. Elmore Architect Scholarship

The Mark A. Elmore Architect Scholarship was established in 2012 through the Crystal Lake Chamber of Commerce Foundation. It provides financial support to applicants pursuing a four-year architectural degree.
Mark Elmore (1950–2023) was a notable local architect whose work included several Chicagoland churches. He was also a tireless volunteer with a strong commitment to helping local organizations succeed.
Mark viewed all things through the lens of “What needs to be done and what can I do to make it happen?” Through his service to the community, Mark impacted thousands of Crystal Lake residents and helped to make the city a better place to live and grow a business.
While Mark was known to be a quiet, soft-spoken individual who didn’t seek attention, he was recognized for many accomplishments throughout his life, including Crystal Lake Chamber’s Member of the Year in 1983, Crystal Lake Jaycee President 1985-1986, one of Illinois Jaycee’s Ten Outstanding Young Persons in 1987, Chairman of the Crystal Lake Chamber’s Board of Directors from 1988-1989, and Chamber Ambassador from 1984 to 2012.