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Charles S. (Blackie) and Rose H. Paulin Scholarship

Perry County Community Foundation
Private
United States
US $1,410

Perry County Community Foundation

The Community Foundation is a charitable resource devoted to our local community. We help people make meaningful gifts that improve life in Perry County, Indiana today and for generations to come.

The Community Foundation can help you...

  • Make a difference where it matters
  • Invest in the future of the community you love
  • Create greater good together

Charles S. (Blackie) and Rose H. Paulin Scholarship

Annual scholarship created by Betty Lou Paulin Gast in memory of her parents.

Selection Criteria

Selection will be based on all sections of the application form and the supplemental requirements.

Award Amount

  • $1,410
Education - Higher Education Career / College Preparation

Fraternal Order of Police Washington Lodge 101 Scholarship

Daviess County Community Foundation
Private
United States
Unspecified amount

Daviess County Community Foundation

The Community Foundation is a charitable resource devoted to our local community. We help people make meaningful gifts that improve life in Daviess County, Indiana today and for generations to come.

The Community Foundation can help you...

  • Make a difference where it matters
  • Invest in the future of the community you love
  • Create greater good together

Fraternal Order of Police Washington Lodge 101 Scholarship

Annual scholarship created by Lodge 101 of the Washington Indiana Fraternal Order of Police.

Award Amount

  • $1,140 (multiple scholarships may be awarded from this amount).
  • Award will be paid upon completion of two semesters of college with a minimum 2.5 cumulative grade point average (4.0 scale) and documentation showing recipient’s continued studies in law enforcement or a related field.
Police & Law Enforcement Education - Higher Education

McKinley Vance Agri-Business Scholarship

Daviess County Community Foundation
Private
United States
Unspecified amount

Daviess County Community Foundation

The Community Foundation is a charitable resource devoted to our local community. We help people make meaningful gifts that improve life in Daviess County, Indiana today and for generations to come.

The Community Foundation can help you...

  • Make a difference where it matters
  • Invest in the future of the community you love
  • Create greater good together

McKinley Vance Agri-Business Scholarship

Annual scholarship established by Lucile Vance in memory of her husband.

Award Amount

  • $20,910 (multiple scholarship may be awarded from this amount)
Agricultural Education Veterinary Science & Services

Catherine Moloney Nursing Scholarship

The Community Foundation of Shelby County
Private
United States
US $1,000

The Community Foundation of Shelby County

Our Mission

To inspire donor generosity and transform it into meaningful, lasting impact through charitable gifts.

Our Vision

To be the primary partner for donors who want to advance the community’s quality of life and capacity for excellence.

Catherine Moloney Nursing Scholarship

A Shelby County resident pursuing a Registered Nursing degree. 

Selection based upon:

  • Financial need; academic ability; demonstrated “empathy which is necessary, the compassion which is required, and the requisite patience in order to enjoy and devote oneself to a long and fruitful nursing career.”

Awards

  • One $1,000 scholarship
Education - Higher Education Nursing

Bruce and Lynn Lindsey Skills Scholarship

The Community Foundation of Shelby County
Private
United States
US $2,000

The Community Foundation of Shelby County

Our Mission

To inspire donor generosity and transform it into meaningful, lasting impact through charitable gifts.

Our Vision

To be the primary partner for donors who want to advance the community’s quality of life and capacity for excellence.

Bruce and Lynn Lindsey Skills Scholarship

Adults or graduating seniors from Lehman Catholic High School, Sidney Christian Academy, and Sidney High School who are enrolling in an accredited adult educational program or trade school or pursuing an Associate’s Degree.

Selection based upon (in order of priority):

  • Demonstrated interest and passion for a specific career path, demonstrated work experience, demonstrated community or school service, and recommendations. Preference given to applicants seeking a career in HVAC, plumbing or electrical.

Awards

  • Two $2,000 scholarships
Adult Education Vocational & Trade Education Christianity

Donald E. and M. Jane Kemp Trade School Scholarship

The Community Foundation of Shelby County
Private
United States
US $3,500

The Community Foundation of Shelby County

Our Mission

To inspire donor generosity and transform it into meaningful, lasting impact through charitable gifts.

Our Vision

To be the primary partner for donors who want to advance the community’s quality of life and capacity for excellence.

Donald E. and M. Jane Kemp Trade School Scholarship

Adults or graduating seniors who reside Shelby County, Ohio or in the School Districts of Shelby County, Ohio, who are enrolling in an accredited adult educational program or trade school or pursuing an Associate’s Degree shall be eligible to apply.

Selection based upon (in order of priority):

  • Demonstrated interest and passion for a specific career path, demonstrated work experience, demonstrated community or school service and recommendations.

Awards

  • Four $3,500 scholarships
Education - Higher Education Adult Education Vocational & Trade Education

Craig Barhorst Memorial Scholarship

The Community Foundation of Shelby County
Private
United States
US $1,000

The Community Foundation of Shelby County

Our Mission

To inspire donor generosity and transform it into meaningful, lasting impact through charitable gifts.

Our Vision

To be the primary partner for donors who want to advance the community’s quality of life and capacity for excellence.

Craig Barhorst Memorial Scholarship

Craig Barhorst Memorial Scholarship

Selection based upon (in order of priority):

Financial need, demonstrated community and school service, academic ability, and recommendations.

Awards

  • One $1,000 scholarship
Agricultural Education Education - Higher Education

Child Protection Compact Annual Program Statement (362907)

US Department of State: Office to Monitor and Combat Trafficking in Persons
Federal Government
American Samoa, Guam +4 more
US $5,000,000 - US $10,000,000
The Child Protection Compact Annual Program Statement invites proposals aimed at combating child trafficking through collaborative efforts between the United States and other countries. This initiative focuses on enhancing the capacity to prosecute traffickers, providing care for victims, and implementing preventive measures. Organizations interested in applying must align with the objectives of the CPC to ensure comprehensive support and effective intervention against all forms of child trafficking.
Child Welfare Services Human Trafficking

Heidi Norris Scholarship

The Community Foundation of Shelby County
Private
United States
US $1,500

The Community Foundation of Shelby County

Our Mission

To inspire donor generosity and transform it into meaningful, lasting impact through charitable gifts.

Our Vision

To be the primary partner for donors who want to advance the community’s quality of life and capacity for excellence.

Heidi Norris Scholarship

Auglaize, Shelby or Mercer County residents majoring in Respiratory Therapy or a closely related field who are one year removed from high school, surpassed college freshman status and, have maintained a college GPA of not less than 2.5, and who are pursuing an Associate’s, Bachelor’s, or Master’s degree.

Selection based upon:

Financial need, academic ability, community and school service, and recommendations.

Awards

  • One $1,500 scholarship
Education - Higher Education Respiratory Diseases & Systems

Herbert H. and Antoinette V. Schlater Scholarship

The Community Foundation of Shelby County
Private
United States
US $2,500

The Community Foundation of Shelby County

Our Mission

To inspire donor generosity and transform it into meaningful, lasting impact through charitable gifts.

Our Vision

To be the primary partner for donors who want to advance the community’s quality of life and capacity for excellence.

Herbert H. and Antoinette V. Schlater Scholarship

Must be enrolling in adult education, a trade school or pursuing a two-year or four-year degree.

Selection based upon:

Financial need; academic ability; community, religious, and school service; recommendations.

Awards

One $2,500 to a Sidney Electric Co. employee’s child and one $2,500 scholarship to an Area Energy & Electric employee’s child

Education - Higher Education Career / College Preparation

Norton Healthcare Foundation Lansing Scholars Program

Norton Healthcare Inc
Private
United States
More than US $2,000

Norton Healthcare

For more than 130 years, Norton Healthcare’s faith heritage has guided its mission to provide quality health care to all those it serves. Today, Norton Healthcare is a leader in serving adult and pediatric patients from throughout Greater Louisville, Southern Indiana, the commonwealth of Kentucky and beyond.

Norton Healthcare Foundation

The Norton Healthcare Foundation raises funds to purchase new equipment, provide programs and education, and fund research that makes a difference for the more than 400,000 patients and their families who come to us for help each year.

Scholarships

Norton Healthcare is proud to offer a variety of scholarship opportunities designed to support the academic and professional growth of students pursuing careers in health care. These programs reflect our commitment to investing in the next generation of skilled, compassionate health care professionals. Whether you are beginning your educational journey or advancing your career, Norton Healthcare scholarship opportunities provide valuable financial assistance and recognition for your dedication to excellence in patient care and community health.

Norton Healthcare Foundation Lansing Scholars Program

Through the Norton Healthcare Foundation Lansing Scholars Program, Norton Healthcare will help cover college expenses for Bellarmine University nursing students. This is a competitive opportunity with a limited number of scholarships. If you are selected as a scholarship recipient, you will receive $2,000 in the fall semester and $2,000 in the spring semester until you graduate. These funds are a gift. You can use them for tuition, mandatory school supplies, technology expenses and study-abroad opportunities.

Education - Higher Education Nursing

Goldman Fund: Jewish Community

Lisa & Douglas Goldman Fund
Private
United States
Unspecified amount
The Lisa and Douglas Goldman Fund, a private foundation established in 1992, is dedicated to enhancing the Jewish community by awarding grants that foster inclusivity and vibrancy. The fund invites proposals from organizations committed to combating antisemitism and supporting progressive initiatives such as climate action and reproductive rights. Eligible applicants must hold 501(c)(3) status and can submit one request per year, focusing on projects in the San Francisco Bay Area or nationally.
Jewish Culture Judaism

Nicholas Gaynor Memorial Fund

Community Foundation of the North State
Private
United States
Unspecified amount

Community Foundation of the North State

The Community Foundation builds trust through relationship, integrity, and by providing safe places for donors to give their resources.

We are a nonprofit, public charity serving the people of Shasta, Siskiyou and Tehama counties, with a mission to impact the region through the power of giving.

Scholarships

The Community Foundation of the North State manages many scholarship funds that are awarded to graduating high school seniors as well as students already in an undergraduate program. Some scholarships were started by families or individuals; others by businesses or organizations. All scholarships share one important focus: helping young people reach their educational goals.

Nicholas Gaynor Memorial Fund

A scholarship opportunity to provide financial support to local North State students seeking a career in nursing.

The Nicholas Gaynor Memorial Fund was created by his mother, Maureen, and Grandmother, Patricia, to honor the life of Nicholas.

Nicholas was born with a rare heart condition, Tetralogy of Fallot. He died at home in December 1988 after complications from open heart surgery at Stanford University Medical Center, at the age of 18 months old. The nursing staff at Stanford were phenomenal in caring for Nicholas and providing support to the family at such a tragic time. To honor Nicholas’ short life and the nursing team, this scholarship will be used to provide financial support to local students seeking a career in nursing.

Education - Higher Education Nursing

Pediatric Physical Therapy Research Grant

Foundation for Physical Therapy Research
Private
United States
US $40,000
The Pediatric Physical Therapy Research Grant, funded by the Foundation for Physical Therapy Research, supports innovative research to enhance physical therapy practices. By fostering early career researchers, the grant aims to build a strong evidence base in physical therapy. Over the past 46 years, this initiative has created a sustainable pipeline for research funding, benefiting patients and healthcare professionals alike, while advancing the profession's evidence-based practices.
Children’s Health & Pediatrics Physical Therapy

Moffat Geriatric Research Grant

Foundation for Physical Therapy Research
Private
United States
US $40,000
The Moffat Geriatric Research Grant, offered by the Foundation for Physical Therapy Research, supports innovative physical therapy research. With a commitment to enhancing healthcare outcomes, this grant aims to fund both emerging and established researchers. By addressing health disparities and fostering a new generation of researchers, the program seeks to advance evidence-based practices that improve movement and health across diverse populations.
Aging / Gerontology Physical Therapy

Jim and Pat Dietz Skills Scholarship

The Community Foundation of Shelby County
Private
United States
US $1,000

The Community Foundation of Shelby County

Our Mission

To inspire donor generosity and transform it into meaningful, lasting impact through charitable gifts.

Our Vision

To be the primary partner for donors who want to advance the community’s quality of life and capacity for excellence.

Jim and Pat Dietz Skills Scholarship

Must be planning to attend an accredited adult education program or trade school or pursuing up to an Associate’s Degree, where the completion of coursework satisfies requirements leading to a skilled profession.

Selection based upon:

  • Demonstrated interest and passion for a specific career path, demonstrated work experience, demonstrated community or school service, and recommendations.

Awards

  • Two $1,000 scholarships
Education - Higher Education Vocational & Trade Education Adult Education

Neil Ashcroft Early Career Award for Studies of Matter at Extreme High Pressure Conditions

American Physical Society (APS)
Private
United States
US $5,000

American Physical Society

The American Physical Society is a nonprofit membership organization working to advance physics by fostering a vibrant, inclusive, and global community dedicated to science and society. APS represents more than 50,000 members, including physicists in academia, national laboratories, and industry in the United States and around the world.

APS Honors recognizes and celebrates the accomplishments of the global physics community. Guided by our core values, APS Honors encourages nominations that reflect the full range of talent, distinction, and experience in our field, and supports broad canvassing for professional achievement across diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and expertise.

Neil Ashcroft Early Career Award for Studies of Matter at Extreme High Pressure Conditions

The award recognizes outstanding theoretical or experimental contributions by an early-career scientist to studies of matter at extreme high pressure conditions. This includes static and/or dynamic compressions within the disciplines of Physics, Chemistry, Materials Science, Earth and Planetary Science, Soft Matter and Biology. The honor is conferred annually and includes of a $5,000 stipend, a certificate citing the contributions of the recipient, and an allowance for travel to an APS meeting to receive the award to deliver an invited lecture at either the biennial SCCM Conference or the APS March Meeting.

Nominations are active for three years provided the the nominator re-certifies the nomination before the next deadline and all eligibility criteria are still met.

Chemistry Earth Science Planetary Science +2 more

James P. Humphrey, Black Achievers Scholarship

The Community Foundation of Shelby County
Private
United States
Unspecified amount

The Community Foundation of Shelby County

Our Mission

To inspire donor generosity and transform it into meaningful, lasting impact through charitable gifts.

Our Vision

To be the primary partner for donors who want to advance the community’s quality of life and capacity for excellence.

James P. Humphrey, Black Achievers Scholarship

Shelby County residents who are of African-American descent and a graduating senior at a Shelby County High School maintaining a high school GPA of no less than 2.0.

Selection based upon (in order of priority):

Financial need, academic ability, demonstrated community and school service, and recommendations, and an interview.

Awards Vary.

Education - Higher Education Black American Services

Hilcorp Future Leaders of America Scholarship

Greater Houston Community Foundation
Private
United States
Up to US $10,000

Hilcorp Future Leaders of America Scholarship

Benefiting select communities across the United States where Hilcorp operates.

The Hilcorp Future Leaders of America Scholarship Program was developed to give back to the communities in which Hilcorp Energy Company operates to develop future leadership talent as the next innovators, educators, and business leaders.

Award Amount

Multiple scholarships awarded annually. The scholarship is comprised of up to four (4) annual awards of $2,500, for a total award of up to $10,000.

The four annual (4) awards may be received over a period of up to 6 years, allowing for deferment if needed.

Education - Higher Education Career / College Preparation

Tom and Sandy Shoemaker Skills Scholarship

The Community Foundation of Shelby County
Private
United States
US $1,000

The Community Foundation of Shelby County

Our Mission

To inspire donor generosity and transform it into meaningful, lasting impact through charitable gifts.

Our Vision

To be the primary partner for donors who want to advance the community’s quality of life and capacity for excellence.

Tom and Sandy Shoemaker Skills Scholarship

Adults or graduating seniors who reside in Shelby County, Ohio or in the School Districts of Shelby County, Ohio, who are enrolling in an accredited adult educational program or trade school or pursuing an Associate’s Degree shall be eligible to apply.

Selection based upon:

  • Demonstrated interest and passion for a specific career path, demonstrated work experience, demonstrated community or school service and recommendations.

Awards

  • One $1,000 scholarship
Adult Education Vocational & Trade Education Education - Higher Education

Vera DoLean Ginn Kiwanis Scholarship

The Community Foundation of Shelby County
Private
United States
US $1,000

The Community Foundation of Shelby County

Our Mission

To inspire donor generosity and transform it into meaningful, lasting impact through charitable gifts.

Our Vision

To be the primary partner for donors who want to advance the community’s quality of life and capacity for excellence.

Vera DoLean Ginn Kiwanis Scholarship

Shelby County resident pursuing a career in elementary education. 

Selection based upon:

  • Intent to pursue the field of elementary education, financial need, academic ability, community and school service, recommendations.

Awards

  • Two $1,000 scholarships
Education - Higher Education Education - Elementary School

L&E Bottling Company Scholarship

Community Foundation of South Puget Sound
Private
United States
US $1,000

About Scholarships

Through the incredible generosity of our donors, the Community Foundation of South Puget Sound manages 26 scholarship funds that offer a wide range of scholarship awards and encourage students of all backgrounds and educational interests to apply. We also want to extend a sincere thank you to our many scholarship donors, advisors, and scholarship committee members for their investment in our student's bright futures this year and for many years to come!

L&E Bottling Company Scholarship

The L&E Bottling Company Scholarship Fund was established by the L&E Bottling Company, Inc. to assist graduating high school seniors in Thurston County in obtaining a higher education. This scholarship has the potential to be renewed for up to an additional three years of undergraduate education. Reapplication each year is required.

Education - Higher Education Career / College Preparation

Casey Neal Rogers Memorial Scholarship

The Community Foundation for a Greater Richmond
Private
United States
Up to US $3,000

Our Story

Established over 50 years ago, our founders redefined local philanthropy, fostering connections around a shared sense of place and purpose. As Virginia's largest community foundation, we bring people together to pool resources, co-create solutions and align actions for impactful change in the Richmond region.

Scholarships are offered to students living in the Richmond region and other Virginia locations. Each scholarship was established by a generous individual, family, or organization with a desire to assist high school students, recent high school graduates, and adult learners to continue their education. 

Casey Neal Rogers Memorial Scholarship

The Casey Neal Rogers Memorial Scholarship was established in 2006 to honor the memory of Casey Rogers who passed away from a tragic automobile accident in 2003. Casey possessed a love of family and friends, excelled at athletics, had a sharp sense of humor, and was an honor student. The fund provides post-secondary educational scholarships for qualifying graduating high school seniors of Northumberland County High School, Northumberland County, VA.

Awards

  • (2) $3,000
Education - Higher Education Career / College Preparation

Dan Pheil Scholarship Fund

Community Foundation of Washington County Maryland
Private
United States
Unspecified amount

What is a Community Foundation?

We are one of more than 750 similar tax-exempt public charities throughout the United States that work to make their community a better place to live. We are a local organization staffed by residents of the community and led by a board of trustees who have an in-depth knowledge of the issues that shape our County.

This Community Foundation was created by and for the people of Washington County MD, and exists to improve the quality of life for all of our citizens, now and for generations to come, by building community endowments, addressing needs through grant making and providing leadership on key community issues.

Dan Pheil Scholarship Fund

Created in honor of Dan Pheil, this scholarship awards a deserving graduating high school senior residing in Washington County who plans to major in business.

Education - Higher Education Career / College Preparation

Lawrence and Genevieve Martin Scholarship Fund

Community Foundation of Washington County Maryland
Private
United States
Unspecified amount

What is a Community Foundation?

We are one of more than 750 similar tax-exempt public charities throughout the United States that work to make their community a better place to live. We are a local organization staffed by residents of the community and led by a board of trustees who have an in-depth knowledge of the issues that shape our County.

This Community Foundation was created by and for the people of Washington County MD, and exists to improve the quality of life for all of our citizens, now and for generations to come, by building community endowments, addressing needs through grant making and providing leadership on key community issues.

Lawrence and Genevieve Martin Scholarship Fund

This scholarship honors Larry and Geney Martin by assisting a young man or woman graduating from a Washington County, MD public high school who plans to pursue a career in the building industry.

Education - Higher Education Career / College Preparation

Eugenia T. Bumpass Education Scholarship

The Community Foundation for a Greater Richmond
Private
United States
Up to US $2,000

Our Story

Established over 50 years ago, our founders redefined local philanthropy, fostering connections around a shared sense of place and purpose. As Virginia's largest community foundation, we bring people together to pool resources, co-create solutions and align actions for impactful change in the Richmond region.

Scholarships are offered to students living in the Richmond region and other Virginia locations. Each scholarship was established by a generous individual, family, or organization with a desire to assist high school students, recent high school graduates, and adult learners to continue their education. 

Eugenia T. Bumpass Education Scholarship

The Eugenia T. Bumpass Education Fund was established in 1999 to support postsecondary educational scholarships for qualifying graduates of high schools in Louisa County.

Education - Higher Education Career / College Preparation

Hub City Ravens Roost Inc. #124 “4th and 29” Scholarship Fund

Community Foundation of Washington County Maryland
Private
United States
Unspecified amount

What is a Community Foundation?

We are one of more than 750 similar tax-exempt public charities throughout the United States that work to make their community a better place to live. We are a local organization staffed by residents of the community and led by a board of trustees who have an in-depth knowledge of the issues that shape our County.

This Community Foundation was created by and for the people of Washington County MD, and exists to improve the quality of life for all of our citizens, now and for generations to come, by building community endowments, addressing needs through grant making and providing leadership on key community issues.

Hub City Ravens Roost Inc. #124 “4th and 29” Scholarship Fund

Named for a legendary Baltimore Ravens miracle play, this scholarship recognizes one student’s effort in any area (personal, academic, music, sports, art, etc.) that has led to a brighter future.

Education - Higher Education Career / College Preparation

Corporate Grants for Nonprofits in District of Columbia Highlights

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Grant Insights : Grant Funding Trends in District of Columbia

Average Grant Size

What's the typical amount funded for District of Columbia?

Grants are most commonly $191,869.

$191,869

Total Number of Grants

What's the total number of grants in Corporate Grants for Nonprofits in District of Columbia year over year?

In 2024, funders in District of Columbia awarded a total of 71,691 grants.

2022 71,046

2023 67,427

2024 71,691

Top Grant Focus Areas

Among all the Corporate Grants for Nonprofits in District of Columbia given out in District of Columbia, the most popular focus areas that receive funding are Education, Human Services, and Community Improvement & Capacity Building.

1. Education

2. Human Services

3. Community Improvement & Capacity Building

Funding Over Time

How is funding for Corporate Grants for Nonprofits in District of Columbia changing over time?

Funding has increased by 27.77%.

2022 $11,110,524,503

2023 $10,735,067,064
-3.38%

2024 $13,715,894,150
27.77%

District of Columbia Counties That Receive the Most Funding

How does grant funding vary by county?

District Of Columbia receive the most funding.

County Total Grant Funding in 2024
District Of Columbia $12,786,708,728