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Bill Dorsey Memorial Scholarship Fund for Barbara Ingram School for the Arts

Community Foundation of Washington County Maryland
Private
United States
Unspecified amount
The Bill Dorsey Memorial Scholarship Fund, established by the Community Foundation of Washington County, MD, offers scholarships to students at the Barbara Ingram School for the Arts (BISFA). Designed for rising sophomores, juniors, and seniors, this fund helps cover costs related to their arts discipline. Applications are available in the Fall, supporting the foundation's mission to enhance educational opportunities for local students and nurture their artistic talents.
Education - Higher Education Vocational & Trade Education Academic Scholarship Programs

Hagerstown Garden Club Scholarship

Community Foundation of Washington County Maryland
Private
United States
Unspecified amount
The Hagerstown Garden Club Scholarship, administered by the Community Foundation of Washington County, supports Washington County residents pursuing education in horticulture. Eligible applicants include graduating high school seniors and current college students with a minimum GPA of 3.0. This scholarship honors the legacy of the Hagerstown Garden Club and is part of a broader initiative to enhance community life through educational opportunities, fostering both personal and professional growth in the horticultural field.
Education - Higher Education Vocational & Trade Education Academic Scholarship Programs +2 more

WaterSMART Cooperative Watershed Management Program

US Department of the Interior: Bureau of Reclamation (USBR)
Federal Government
American Samoa, Guam +4 more
US $50,000 - US $300,000
The WaterSMART Cooperative Watershed Management Program offers funding to eligible entities for developing local solutions to water management issues. This initiative supports watershed group development, restoration planning, and project design, promoting stakeholder cooperation and improving water reliability. It aligns with key priorities from the Trump administration, addressing complex water challenges and enhancing federal grant oversight. By facilitating these efforts, the program aims to stretch limited water resources and foster collaborative solutions among diverse stakeholders.
Habitat & Ecosystem Restoration Water Resource Management

NIAMS Clinical Trial Implementation Cooperative Agreement

National Institutes of Health
Federal Government
American Samoa, Guam +4 more
More than US $250,000
The National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases (NIAMS) is inviting applications for the Clinical Trial Cooperative Agreement Program. This funding opportunity supports investigator-initiated, interventional clinical trials at various phases. Initial funding will facilitate the preparation needed to start trials, with successful milestones leading to further support. NIAMS emphasizes hypothesis-driven trials that promise significant clinical impact within its research mission.
Musculoskeletal Diseases Arthritis Skin Diseases & Dermatology

Exploratory Clinical Trial Grants in Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases

National Institutes of Health
Federal Government
American Samoa, Guam +4 more
US $300,000 - US $600,000
The National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases (NIAMS) is launching a funding opportunity for Exploratory Clinical Trials Grants. This program aims to support innovative clinical trials that enhance the understanding and treatment of arthritis and other musculoskeletal and skin conditions. Research proposals should focus on early-stage trials, including first-in-human studies, dose-finding, and biomarker evaluation. The initiative encourages the translation of promising laboratory findings into effective clinical practices, ultimately improving patient outcomes.
Musculoskeletal Diseases Skin Diseases & Dermatology Arthritis

Residential Substance Abuse Treatment (RSAT) Program NOFO # 1430-0608

Illinois Criminal Justice Information Authority
State/Local Government
Illinois
Unspecified amount

Residential substance abuse treatment programs provide individual and group treatment activities for offenders in residential facilities that are operated by state and local correctional agencies. RSAT funding is intended to enhance the capabilities of states and units of local government to provide substance use disorder treatment services for justice-involved individuals. Funded programs should support evidence-based treatment, recovery, and reentry services that prepare participants for successful community reintegration through reentry planning, continuity of care, and access to community-based treatment and recovery support services. The program is designed to reduce substance use and recidivism by increasing access to treatment, strengthening recovery supports, and improving long-term outcomes for participants.

Addiction & Substance Use Disorders Criminal Justice System Reform

Illinois Transportation Enhancement Program (ITEP)

Illinois Department of Transportation
State/Local Government
Illinois
Unspecified amount

Our Story

Uncover IDOT’s mission and vision, showcasing our passion and commitment for creating a safe and efficient multimodal transportation system for everyone.

Our Mission

It is our mission to provide safe, cost-effective transportation for Illinois in ways that enhance quality of life, promote economic prosperity and demonstrate respect for our environment.

Historical Overview

IDOT's roots can be traced back more than a century. For as long as there have been cars, highways and air traffic, there has been an Illinois transportation agency. The rich history of our department spreads across the entire state. From massive bridges spanning the Mississippi and Illinois rivers to winding roads carved into limestone bluffs. From two-lane roads tracing through rural corn and soybean fields to dirt and grass landing strips to the steel and concrete jungle of O’Hare International Airport, and on every mile of interstate and railroad that made Illinois what it is today, the mark of an Illinois transportation agency can be seen and felt.

Illinois Transportation Enhancement Program (ITEP)

The goal of the Illinois Transportation Enhancement Program is to allocate resources to well planned smaller scale, but critically important projects that provide and support connected  alternate modes of transportation that are safe for all users, enhance the transportation  system through preservation of visual and cultural resources, and improve the quality of life for members of the communities impacted. ITEP requires sponsors to coordinate efforts to  develop and build safe, equitable, valuable, and functional facilities in a timely manner.

Urban Planning Public Transportation & Mass Transit Systems Sanitation & Clean Drinking Water +2 more

Crime Victim Compensation Program

Illinois Attorney General Office
State/Local Government
Illinois
Up to US $45,000

Office of the Illinois Attorney General

The Attorney General is the state's chief legal officer and is responsible for protecting the public interest of the state and its people.

The job of the Attorney General is to:

  • Advocate on behalf of all of the people of Illinois;
  • Legislate with members of the General Assembly for new laws; and
  • Litigate to ensure state laws are followed and respected.
  • The Attorney General provides services that cover a broad range of issues, reaching every corner of Illinois.

Crime Victims Compensation Program

A violent crime can have a lasting impact and can bring changes that one might not expect. The Office of the Attorney General led the way for legislation that created the Crime Victims Compensation Act. This law reserved resources to help those who lives were interrupted by a violent crime. This financial assistance could include offsetting costs related to:

  • Accessibility and Usability of Property
  • Crime-Scene Clean Up
  • Funeral/Burial Expenses
  • Loss of Earnings
  • Medical, Hospital and Dental Expenses
  • Mental Health Counseling Expenses
  • Relocation Costs
  • Replacement Costs
  • Tuition Expenses
Crime Victim Services

Simon and Donna Dragan Scholarship Fund

Community Foundation of Whitley County
Association/Society
United States
Unspecified amount

Simon and Donna Dragan Scholarship Fund

Created in 2025 by Simon and Donna Dragan, this scholarship will provide financial support to students enrolled in a trade school to further their construction skills and/or students pursuing a two- or four-year college degree in engineering or construction. 

Simon Dragan is a native of Vurpar, Transylvania, Romania. He came to the United States after escaping Communist Romania in 1969 and held a variety of entry-level positions in the Baltimore area before finding work with Williams-Scotsman, a distributor of modular and mobile buildings. Mr. Dragan worked in various roles at Williams- Scotsman, ultimately serving as Executive Vice President of Operations. In 1993, he purchased Whitley Manufacturing from Williams-Scotsman—a factory located in South Whitley, Indiana—and developed it into one of the nation’s leading manufacturers of modular structures. Under his leadership, Whitley expanded from a single facility into a nationwide enterprise serving diverse markets including education, healthcare, government, retail, and commercial sectors.

A visionary leader in the modular construction industry, Mr. Dragan was inducted into the Modular Building Institute (MBI) Hall of Fame in 2002 in recognition of his lasting contributions to modular design and manufacturing excellence. In July 2025, Mr. Dragan sold Whitley Manufacturing to Sunbelt Modular, headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona. Grateful for the opportunities he found in the United States, Mr. Dragan has given back extensively to various nonprofit organizations and charitable causes.

Engineering Education - Higher Education Career / College Preparation

The Pioneer Scholarship Fund

Community Foundation of Greenville
Private
United States
US $5,000 - US $20,000

About

Community Foundation of Greenville bridges philanthropy and purpose in Greenville County, helping people make their charitable giving simpler and more powerful for 70 years. We strategically match diverse needs and opportunities in Greenville County with philanthropic resources.

Vision:

Community Foundation of Greenville will be the leading catalyst for developing assets and unlocking potential to meet the needs of an inclusive and equitable community.

Mission:

Community Foundation of Greenville improves the lives of Greenville County residents through strategic philanthropy, community investment, and collaborative leadership.

The Pioneer Scholarship Fund

Purpose:

This Scholarship Fund was established to provide financial assistance for higher education attainment to first generation need-based students residing in Greenville County.

Criteria:

  • Applicants must be residents of Greenville County, South Carolina.
  • Applicants must be first-generation college students.
  • Applicants must have a minimum 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 (un-weighted) scale in high school.
  • Applicants must be a rising first-year college student.
  • Applicants must be accepted to an institution of higher learning prior to applying.
  • Applicants must demonstrate financial need (economically disadvantaged).

Preference will be given to African American applicants who meet the outlined criteria, demonstrate financial need, and reside in a single-earner household. However, the final decision will be based on how well applicants meet the overall scholarship requirements, including past academic achievements and future goals.

Education - Higher Education Educational Access & Equity Black American Services

Obermier Scholarship Fund in memory of John N. Obermier, Edith M. Obermier and Mary Belle Obermier

Community Foundation of Greenville
Private
United States
US $1,000

About

Community Foundation of Greenville bridges philanthropy and purpose in Greenville County, helping people make their charitable giving simpler and more powerful for 70 years. We strategically match diverse needs and opportunities in Greenville County with philanthropic resources.

Vision:

Community Foundation of Greenville will be the leading catalyst for developing assets and unlocking potential to meet the needs of an inclusive and equitable community.

Mission:

Community Foundation of Greenville improves the lives of Greenville County residents through strategic philanthropy, community investment, and collaborative leadership.

Obermier Scholarship Fund in Memory of John N. Obermier, Edith M. Obermier and Mary Belle Obermier

Purpose

Mary Belle Obermier established this scholarship with a gift from her estate in 2012. Her intent was to help academically deserving students who need financial assistance to be able to attend college and to give preference to qualified students who are committed to a career in the United States Navy. The preference for naval students is in recognition of the US Navy careers of her deceased husband, John, and his deceased first wife, Edith, who were both veterans of World War II.

Criteria:

  • Applicants must demonstrate financial need (economically disadvantaged).
  • Applicants must have a current academic GPA of 3.0 or higher.
  • Applicants must be enrolled/accepted to an institution of higher learning prior to applying.
  • Applicants must submit one letter of recommendation from a teacher, employer, or clergy.

Preference in the selection process will be given in the following order to qualified students who are:

  • students who are committed to a career in the United States Navy
  • residents of Greer, SC
  • residents of South Carolina and
  • residents of all other states
  • Education - Higher Education Educational Access & Equity Military & Veterans Services

    Communities of Color Special At Risk Population

    Illinois Department of Public Health
    State/Local Government
    Illinois
    Unspecified amount

    Communities of Color Special At Risk Population 

    The initiative is funded through State of Illinois general revenue funding, and funds HIV prevention, education, testing, and care programs targeting communities of color - specifically programs with the capacity to reach special at risk minority populations to include, but not limited to, men who have sex with men, people experiencing homeless, ex-offenders, sex workers, those with a history of mental illness or substance abuse, and other difficult to reach populations. These specific efforts are necessary due to the unique problems that many of these individuals may face that places them at greater risk for HIV disease.

    Objective

    This funding should aim to reduce health disparities and health inequities where they exist. Health equity exists when all people have the opportunity to thrive and no one is limited in achieving comprehensive health and wellness because of their social position or any other social factors/determinants of health such as income, education, race/ethnicity, sexual identity, and disability.

    Health Disparities & Social Determinants of Health

    510-RTLR Regions The Living Room NOFO

    Illinois Department of Human Services: Division of Behavioral Health & Recovery
    State/Local Government
    Illinois
    US $750,000 - US $1,400,000

    The Living Room Program

    The Living Room Program (LRP) is for individuals in need of a crisis respite program with services and supports designed to break the cycle of psychiatric hospitalization. The LRP provides a safe, inviting, home-like atmosphere where individuals can calmly process the crisis event, as well as learn and apply wellness strategies which may prevent future crisis events. The LRP is staffed by Peer Recovery Support Specialists and is based on a philosophy that crises are an opportunity for learning. Peer Recovery Support Specialists are individuals with their own Lived Expertise in recovery from mental illness or co-occurring mental illness and substance use.

    Individuals experiencing behavioral health crises may self-refer, or may be referred by police, fire, emergency departments or other organizations with which an individual experiencing such a crisis may come into contact. The LRP emphasizes the voluntary nature of its services, ensuring that individuals, including those in contact with outside referring entities during a crisis, cannot be compelled to participate in the program. Participation in the LRP will be voluntary and based on the individual's choice, allowing individuals the autonomy to choose the level of involvement that aligns with their preferences and needs.

    Mental Health & Psychiatric Diseases Crisis Intervention Suicide Prevention +2 more

    Lawrence Spraragen Memorial Scholarship

    The Community Foundation for the Greater Capital Region
    Private
    United States
    Unspecified amount

    About

    We’re Here to Serve You

    Partnering with Donors and Community Leaders to Make a Lasting Impact

    Our mission is to strengthen our community through philanthropy.

    Scholarships for High School and College Students

    Lawrence Spraragen Memorial Scholarship 

    Established to the child or grandchild of a current, active member if IBEW Local 236 or the child or grandchild of the management or staff of a signatory contractor to IBEW Local 236.

    Education - Higher Education

    Gerald and Inez O’Brien Scholarship

    Saginaw Community Foundation
    Private
    United States
    Unspecified amount

    Scholarships

    Since awarding our first $500 scholarship in 1987, the Saginaw Community Foundation has awarded college scholarships to area students totaling more than $13.7 million, thanks to our generous donors. Each year, over 500 college-bound or career and technical education students benefit from our scholarship awards.

    Our single application process makes it easy to potentially qualify for one or more of our 260+ scholarships.

    Gerald and Inez O’Brien Scholarship

    Gerald and Inez O’Brien both grew up in Saginaw County and were married for over 30 years before Gerald passed away at an early age. 

    Gerald and Inez both believed strongly in education and supporting family and friends. In addition, they each treasured their lifetime neighbors and knew the importance of building relationships with their community neighbors and enjoying life. 

    This scholarship memorial fund was created by their daughter, Ann Pavlik, and son, Dr. Keith O’Brien. The fund will strive to recognize those giving back to the community and those facing challenges head on, even when life throws roadblocks along the way.  

    Education - Higher Education Vocational & Trade Education

    Gregory Keith Jones Memorial Scholarship

    Saginaw Community Foundation
    Private
    United States
    Unspecified amount

    Scholarships

    Since awarding our first $500 scholarship in 1987, the Saginaw Community Foundation has awarded college scholarships to area students totaling more than $13.7 million, thanks to our generous donors. Each year, over 500 college-bound or career and technical education students benefit from our scholarship awards.

    Our single application process makes it easy to potentially qualify for one or more of our 260+ scholarships.

    Gregory Keith Jones Memorial Scholarship

    The Gregory Keith Jones Memorial Scholarship was established in remembrance of the creative energy, kindness and passion that embodied his much too short time on this earth. This beautiful soul would spread joy, love, and the gospel through music.

    Greg was a 1997 graduate of Saginaw High School and went on to earn a bachelor’s degree in project management. Along with his gifts of writing music, singing, and playing keyboard and bass, Greg was also a lover of math and tutored young students who struggled with the subject.

    The Gregory Keith Jones Memorial Scholarship was established as an enduring legacy to a kind, loving, humble and giving man. May his spirit continue to live on. 

    Education - Higher Education Music Music Education

    Iles Family Conservation Scholarship

    Saginaw Community Foundation
    Private
    United States
    Unspecified amount

    Scholarships

    Since awarding our first $500 scholarship in 1987, the Saginaw Community Foundation has awarded college scholarships to area students totaling more than $13.7 million, thanks to our generous donors. Each year, over 500 college-bound or career and technical education students benefit from our scholarship awards.

    Our single application process makes it easy to potentially qualify for one or more of our 260+ scholarships.

    Iles Family Conservation Scholarship

    The Iles Family Conservation Scholarship was established by Doug and Sandy Iles in memory of Clarence “Buck” Iles. A lifelong passion for conservation balanced with practical application is what Buck Iles stood for. A very avid sportsman, he was actively involved with leadership in the Michigan United Conservation Club and Saginaw Field and Stream, among others.

    For more than 20 years, Buck Iles helped establish and operate the Saginaw Field and Stream Club annual scholarship raffle which supported over 40 different scholarships. Buck passed away in 2005 and this scholarship was established to continue the great raffle tradition that now no longer exists.

    Doug and Sandy established this scholarship fund in “Dad’s” memory. Recipients should be students with an active interest in environmental issues. Although not limited to, emphasis will be placed on awarding this scholarship to a resident of Saginaw County. A minimum 3.0 GPA and a student who has the need for educational financial support are key determinants.

    Education - Higher Education Environmental Education

    James P. Konieczka Memorial Scholarship

    Saginaw Community Foundation
    Private
    United States
    Unspecified amount

    Scholarships

    Since awarding our first $500 scholarship in 1987, the Saginaw Community Foundation has awarded college scholarships to area students totaling more than $13.7 million, thanks to our generous donors. Each year, over 500 college-bound or career and technical education students benefit from our scholarship awards.

    Our single application process makes it easy to potentially qualify for one or more of our 260+ scholarships.

    James P. Konieczka Memorial Scholarship

    The James P. Konieczka Memorial Scholarship was established by his three children, Bryan, Amy, and Katie, to honor their father’s wishes after his passing in 2016 following a courageous year-long battle with cancer.

    Jim believed in the value of a college education, but he also understood that not everyone wants to pursue this post-secondary education path. It was his wish that this scholarship be made available to someone seeking Career and Techincal Education (CTE) training or to someone seeking a traditional college degree.

    Education - Higher Education Vocational & Trade Education

    James R. and Anita Horne Jenkins Scholarship

    Saginaw Community Foundation
    Private
    United States
    Unspecified amount

    Scholarships

    Since awarding our first $500 scholarship in 1987, the Saginaw Community Foundation has awarded college scholarships to area students totaling more than $13.7 million, thanks to our generous donors. Each year, over 500 college-bound or career and technical education students benefit from our scholarship awards.

    Our single application process makes it easy to potentially qualify for one or more of our 260+ scholarships.

    James R. and Anita Horne Jenkins Scholarship

    For Anita and Jim Jenkins, giving back has become a way of life. “Both of us have received help from many others throughout our life’s journey,” the couple says. “We believe in giving back and paying it forward.” Among those who helped along the way was a University of Michigan Law School administrator who guided Anita and Jim through the financial aid process and approved an emergency grant when Jim first began working as a judicial clerk for an Illinois State Appellate Court judge and Anita was in her final year at University of Michigan Law School. They also give because they both grew up in households where their parents modeled outreach, care, and assistance to others. “We are thankful for our blessings and for all that others have done for us, and we take seriously our stewardship responsibility to support and give to others in every way that we can,” said Anita and Jim.

    Education - Higher Education

    Jennifer L. Jackson Memorial Scholarship

    Saginaw Community Foundation
    Private
    United States
    Unspecified amount

    Scholarships

    Since awarding our first $500 scholarship in 1987, the Saginaw Community Foundation has awarded college scholarships to area students totaling more than $13.7 million, thanks to our generous donors. Each year, over 500 college-bound or career and technical education students benefit from our scholarship awards.

    Our single application process makes it easy to potentially qualify for one or more of our 260+ scholarships.

    Jennifer L. Jackson Memorial Scholarship

    Jennifer L. (Hanson) Jackson was a wonderful young woman on a mission to absorb as much knowledge as humanly possible. Graduating second in her class at Arthur Hill High School in 1995, she excelled in academics while also cultivating a deep interest in history and the arts. She was truly a “Star Wars” fan and trivia expert.

    Even though Jennifer’s life ended much too early, her spirit lives on with her family. They choose to honor her memory through this scholarship. The successful candidates will be expected to possess high academic promise, good moral character and personal integrity.

    Education - Higher Education

    NWIHA – Youth Scholarship

    The Confederated Tribes of Siletz Indians
    Federal Government
    United States
    Unspecified amount

    Confederated Tribes of Siletz Indians

    We the Confederated Tribes of Siletz Indians are the most diverse confederation of Tribes and Bands on a single reservation in the United States. Our ancestors spoke 10 completely different languages, each of which had multiple dialects. Our ancestors brought with them deep connections to more than 20 million acres of ancestral territory combined, including all of Western Oregon from the summit of the Cascade mountains to the Pacific and extending into what’s now SW Washington State and northern California. Our ancestors signed many treaties with the United States. We were promised the 1.1 million acres Siletz Reservation as our permanent home, but following massive reservation reductions Congress passed the Western Oregon Termination Act in 1954 (took effect in 1956), and our federally recognized status as a tribe was also taken. In 1977 our lobbying of Congress to repeal our Termination was successful, and we became the second formerly Terminated Tribe to regain federal recognition as a Tribe.

    Education

    The Confederated Tribes of Siletz seeks to provide opportunities for Tribal members to reach potential, establish independence and improve quality of life through lifelong learning and education.

    NWIHA – Youth Scholarship Program

    Scholarship applications will be reviewed to meet the following minimum eligibility before any further review of the application will be done.

    • Applicant must either have an application pending or a letter of acceptance from a higher education institution such as a four (4) year college or a two (2) year community college prior to the funds being sent to the higher educational institution.
    • Applicant must be less than twenty four (24) years old on the deadline submission date.
    • Applicant must be an enrolled member from one of the NWIHA member Tribes.
    • Payments are made directly to the school, organization, etc. and not to the Applicant or their families.
    • All of these items must be postmarked on or before March 31st of each year, or the Application will be automatically rejected.
    • Faxed applications will NOT be accepted.
    • All Applications become the property of NWIHA. NWIHA reserves the right to publish essays.
    Educational Access & Equity Indigenous Services Education - Higher Education +1 more

    Improving Health Outcomes in Patients with ATTR-CM Through the Development of a Shared Decision-Making Tool Grant

    Pfizer, Inc.
    Corporate
    Countries, United States
    Up to US $250,000

    Pfizer’s Core Values of Social Responsibility and Philanthropy

    About

    We’re in relentless pursuit of breakthroughs that change patients’ lives. We innovate every day to make the world a healthier place. It was Charles Pfizer’s vision at the beginning and it holds true today.

    Improving Health Outcomes in Patients with ATTR-CM Through the Development of a Shared Decision-Making Tool (Decision Aid)

    Overview

    Transthyretin Amyloid Cardiomyopathy (ATTR-CM) is a progressive, lifethreatening condition associated with significant morbidity, mortality, and burden on patients, caregivers, and healthcare systems. The multisystemic disease course is often characterized by diagnostic delays, complex treatment pathways, and evolving therapeutic options, which can create uncertainty and decisional conflict for patients and clinicians alike. Shared decision-making (SDM) has emerged as a critical component of patientcentered care1, particularly in complex and preference-sensitive conditions such as ATTR-CM. Well-designed decision aids can support meaningful dialogue between patients and healthcare professionals by improving understanding of disease trajectory, treatment options, risks and benefits, and alignment of care with individual patient values and goals.

    Rare Diseases Cardiovascular Diseases & Systems

    Sidney and Carol Aroesty Family Scholarship

    Rochester Area Community Foundation
    Private
    United States
    US $12,000

    Mission & Vision

    Rochester Area Community Foundation, in partnership with generous philanthropists and community partners, works to improve the quality of life for people who live and work in the eight-county region through its leadership and strategic grantmaking.

    Our Mission:

    We are cultivating a thriving Greater Rochester region — powered by philanthropy, grounded in community, and sustained across generations.

    Our Vision:

    We envision a Greater Rochester region transformed by enduring philanthropy, where every person, neighborhood, and future generation can thrive.

    Sidney and Carol Aroesty Family Scholarship

    Purpose of Scholarship

    To provide financial assistance to East High School graduating seniors planning to pursue a degree in any science discipline at a two- or four-year college, university, or technical school.

    Number and Size of Awards

    One award of $12,000; divided into equal annual installments paid over four consecutive years of undergraduate study. Award is paid in the Fall and divided equally between the Fall and Spring semesters.

    Education - Higher Education Science Vocational & Trade Education +2 more

    First Responders Grant

    The Community Foundation of Herkimer & Oneida Counties
    Private
    United States
    Up to US $1,500

    Hero Fund America Fund Seeks Applications for its First Responders Grant Round

    Hero Fund America (HFA) Fund, a field-of-interest fund of the Community Foundation of Herkimer and Oneida Counties, is seeking applications for its First Responders Grant Round for programs, projects, and other needs that will support education, training, lifesaving equipment, and mental health of fire, emergency medical services (EMS), and law enforcement agencies.

    Hero Fund America Fund was founded in partnership with Hero Fund America by Garth Roberts of Sharon Springs, NY. Inspired by the selfless and heroic efforts of first responders during the 2013 Boston Marathon bombings, Roberts initiated the Provincetown First Responders Appreciation Month, honoring 45 Boston EMS paramedics, emergency medical technicians, dispatchers, and their families. The success of that project inspired the 2016 creation of Hero Fund America.

    Since 2016, the fund has awarded more than 100 grants totaling over $123,000 to meet the needs of first responders across the nation.

    “Grants awarded through the Hero Fund America Fund have helped departments improve their abilities to better serve and protect the civilian population,” said Roberts. “Hero Fund America remains firmly committed to raising both funding and awareness in support of the First Responder community.”

    First Responders Emergency Medical Care & Services

    Driving University Impact: Expanding the Public Exchange Network Program

    Social Science Research Council
    Private
    United States
    US $300,000

    Mission

    The Social Science Research Council (SSRC) is an independent, international, nonprofit organization founded in 1923. The Council fosters innovative research, nurtures new generations of social scientists, deepens how inquiry is practiced within and across disciplines, and mobilizes necessary knowledge on important public issues.

    Driving University Impact: Expanding the Public Exchange Network

    With generous support from the William and Flora Hewlett Foundation, the Social Science Research Council is pleased to invite U.S. R1 research universities in SSRC’s College and University Fund for the Social Sciences to apply for funding to join the Public Exchange Network. Public Exchange is a new network that turns university research expertise into real-world action and impact. Foundedat the University of Southern California in 2020 and expanded to Washington University in St. Louis in 2025, Public Exchange connects researchers with government, nonprofit, and industry partners to tackle pressing challenges—from disaster recovery and climate solutions to food insecurity and homelessness prevention. Since its founding, Public Exchange has developed high-impact collaborations between 48 partners and 142 researchers including:

    • CLEAN LA and CLEAN STL: One of the largest free soil testing programs for lead in Los Angeles County following the January 2025 wildfires, and a related program in St. Louis to test soil and air for contaminants following the May 2025 EF-3 tornado;
    • The California Solar Canal Initiative: An ambitious public-private research collaboration to advance solar panel infrastructure along California’s 4,000 miles of open aqueduct, conserving water and generating renewable energy;
    • Food Base LA: LA County’s first food systems data dashboard, helping LA County and non-profit partners target distribution of millions of pounds of food and related resources to families experiencing food insecurity;
    • ShadeLA: A people-powered campaign to cool Los Angeles ahead of the 2028 Olympics and Paralympics by advancing natural and built shade cover in the region.

    Partners have included the City and County of Los Angeles, the State of California, the City of St. Louis, Yelp, Solar AquaGrid, the United Nations Foundation, Keck Medicine of USC, the Southern California Association of Governments, Santa Clarita Valley Water Agency, the Sustainable Entertainment Alliance, the Los Angeles Regional Food Bank, Department of Angels and many more. In addition to real-world impact positively affecting millions of lives, Public Exchange collaborations have resulted in over $18m in research funding, some helping to incubate new centers or areas of research, more than 40 academic journal publications, hundreds of media hits, and dozens of student career opportunities. 

    The Public Exchange Model

    Public Exchange is a partner-driven program, working collaboratively with external partners to: (1) define a research scope, timeline, and deliverables; (2) identify the right team of multidisciplinary academic experts to analyze the problem; (3) provide project management from concept and strategy development to project outputs and tools delivery; and (4) manage the public and stakeholder engagement related to the project, as well as communications and design needs. Public Exchange staff are not researchers, but come from government, industry, and non-profit backgrounds, uniquely equipping project teams to understand partners’ needs and lead projects to action. Staff oversee activities including partnership and proposal development, funder cultivation, research translation, dissemination, and communications, impact and scaling strategy, administrative support, cross-sector convening, and more, to maximize the real-world impact of university expertise. Public Exchange builds results-driven teams that deliver measurable impact and lasting solutions for partners.

    How the Public Exchange Network Works

    No single university – even a large R1 – has enough faculty expertise available to meet the needs of every partner. The Public Exchange Network was designed to help universities work together seamlessly to build robust partnerships and generate more collective impact. Universities joining the network are independent but affiliated members, with full control over their own program and project portfolios. As a national network with local, on-the-ground capacity, Public Exchange Network members can also share approaches that work, scale solutions to common problems, and build cross-regional partnerships together. 

    As an institutional partner in the Public Exchange Network, universities will build capacity to develop, test and implement solutions to the most urgent problems in their regions and beyond. Universities joining the Public Exchange Network get:

    • The tools, templates and training they need to start right away;
    • A shared brand they can plug into on day one;
    • A network of faculty, past and potential partners and philanthropic relationships, benefitting everyone in the network. 

    SSRC Public Exchange Network Expansion Grants

    Public Exchange Network Expansion grants will cover 75-80% of the minimum estimated annual costs for two years to launch a new Public Exchange. To launch a Public Exchange, universities must have the following in place: (1) a staff executive director with experience launching and leading social impact partnerships, (2) a project seed fund, and (3) a modest operations budget. We also recommend some in-kind project management support from an existing university staff member. The grant includes a two-year Public Exchange Executive Director (ED) compensation subsidy of $300,000 to launch the Public Exchange on campus, and a 2-year license to use the Public Exchange brand. New Public Exchange Network members will also receive ongoing support and guidance from current Public Exchange leadership and staff at USC and WashU, including recruitment support and intensive training for hiring and onboarding an executive director, a sub-site on the Public Exchange website, incubation and project management support from current Public Exchange staff, and a suite of tools for developing and implementing Public Exchange projects.

    In addition, every university in the Public Exchange Network benefits from central communications support (currently housed at USC), and access to a collaborative network of project partners, researchers, and funder relationships. Separately, SSRC will select a local research fellow to study and document how the Public Exchange model develops within and between host institutions during the grant term, and how the Public Exchange Network universities work together to effect larger-scale change. 

    Expectations

    Institutions selected to join the Public Exchange Network are expected to:

    • Hire an Executive Director who can launch and lead efforts to incubate social impact projects with public and private sector partners;
    • Have in place before public launch: (1) an executive director, (2) a seed fund, (3) a modest operations budget, and (4 – recommended) some in-kind project management support. 
    • Develop and sustain at least three high-impact research partnerships during the two-year grant tenure;
    • Invest modest resources during the grant term that demonstrate commitment to continuing the Public Exchange model after the end of philanthropic support. This is estimated at approximately $85-$90k annually (with some variation considering local labor markets) to support an operations and project seed fund and any additional capital needed for the Executive Director hire beyond the subsidy. 
    • Coordinate with the SSRC research fellow who will examine the impact of Public Exchange at their university and across the network. 
    • Work with faculty across their university. Public Exchange can live anywhere within a university at the school or central level. The majority of Public Exchange projects to date at USC and WashU have included researchers from two or more schools, and grantees must be able to work with faculty university-wide. 
    Humanities & Social Science

    MCMSF Scholarship Fund

    Middlesex County Medical Society Foundation (MCMSF)
    Association/Society
    United States
    Unspecified amount

    Middlesex County Medical Society Foundation

    The Middlesex County Medical Society Foundation, founded in 1964 and was initially funded by contributions from the first mass polio vaccination in our county.

    MCMS Foundation Scholarship Fund

    Middlesex County Medical Society Foundation is an independent nonprofit organization that awards scholarships to deserving students from Middlesex County, New Jersey for the study of medicine. Scholarships are awarded to deserving students who are enrolled in an accredited medical school.

    Medical Education & Professional Training Education - Higher Education

    Greenville County Fire Chiefs’ Association Scholarship

    Community Foundation of Greenville
    Private
    United States
    More than US $5,000

    Greenville County Fire Chiefs’ Association Scholarship

    In 1995, the Greenville County Fire Chiefs’ Association established a scholarship fund to promote higher education for firefighters and their spouses or children.

    Funding

    • A minimum of $5,000 will be awarded annually and the number and amount of each award will be determined annually.
    • Scholarship funds are paid to an approved educational institution in the name of the student.
    • Scholarship funds are awarded for one academic year and are not subject to automatic renewal. 
    Education - Higher Education Career / College Preparation

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