Kevin V. Kelly was an exceptional architect, with a wide range of interests and passions. He pursued visual art prior to architecture and, as both a Catholic and a humanist, believed in the transformative pursuit of beauty to elevate us beyond our individual and mortal limitations. His renderings were key to his architectural identity. He understood art as a tool that could convince people to invest in an imagined — and brighter — future.
In his professional career, Kevin was both a direct and inadvertent mentor. He mentored traditionally, with hands-on guidance, as well as less-overtly, through effusive compliments and generous appreciation. The purpose of this scholarship is to extend that mentorship beyond his lifetime and to recognize individuals who demonstrate a combination of architectural talent, generosity, and curiosity.
Board
Are you an idealist, passionate about imagined futures and convinced of the role art and architecture play in building better, more generous, beautiful and equitable communities? If so, please consider serving on the KVK Scholarship board. We’re looking for members with experience in design, fundraising, education, and related fields.
Our current board members are:
President: Melissa Marsh
Vice President: Kelly Bacon
Treasurer: Roger Marsh
Member at Large: Kevin Kampschroer
Learn
The recipient of the KVK Scholarship will exhibit significant promise in their pursuit of architectural rendering (broadly interpreted and not limited to visual rendering). The award may be used for materials, courses, and/or travel. A presentation of awardee's work/findings is required. The application should describe how the recipient plans to pursue their objectives and lay out a schedule for the preparation of a presentation of findings.
Architectural students at any level are eligible to apply. Innovation, public interest, and use of technology to invoke a future experience or illuminate certain architectural features will all come under consideration. A personal statement of financial need is also welcomed.
Apply
Application submissions will open in spring 2025.
They should include:
- A personal statement of interest
- Proposed topics
- A list of courses, independent study opportunities, travel destinations, etc.
- A schedule and budget for your proposed project/studies
- Two letters of reference, one from an academic source and one from a non-academic source
Donate
The KVK Scholarship is a registered non-profit overseen by volunteer board members. All donations will go directly to scholarship recipients. You can donate here.