Blackburn College recently hosted the 23rd annual Macoupin County Scholarship Auction and Dinner.

Attended by over 200 Blackburn faculty, staff, Board of Trustees members and community members, the auction and dinner proceeds grossed $28,379 The auction included 75 individual items, including Cardinal tickets, vacation get-a-ways, framed prints, and a variety of other items donated by area businesses and individuals.

Since its inception in 1991, the auction has helped fund scholarships for 85 students from Macoupin County and has distributed more than $286,460.