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Kiger-Obaugh Scholarship
Friends of the late John Kiger (1955-2016) and Alan Obaugh (1959-2024) have established a scholarship to honor these two exceptional individuals and to support Staunton, Waynesboro and Augusta County youth pursue their college aspirations.
The Doyle O. and Lelia Jane Bateman Scholarship
The Doyle O. and Lelia Jane Bateman Scholarship, established at the Community Foundation in 2018, honors the memory of husband and wife of 46 years, Doyle and Jane Bateman. Jane worked as a successful realtor in Waynesboro for over 25 years and enjoyed giving back to her community.
The Doyle O. and Lelia Jane Bateman Scholarship will provide college scholarships to deserving students of any age, to include high school seniors (public, private, and homeschool) as well as adult students residing in Staunton, Waynesboro and Augusta County. Selection considerations for the scholarship include, but are not limited to, financial need, involvement in school and community activities, and a strong desire to succeed in school and life.
For 30 years, the Carolinas Credit Union Foundation has served as a partner in philanthropy to credit unions, with a mission to empower and inspire credit unions in the Carolinas through collaborative opportunities to enrich our communities. A great example of this collaborative philanthropy is our scholarship program.
More than 20 credit unions in North Carolina and South Carolina have active managed funds at the Foundation. The generosity of these credit unions helps hundreds of high school seniors as well as undergraduate and graduate students receive scholarship funds each year.
As a member of any of the following credit unions, you may apply for a scholarship.
Family Trust Federal Credit Union: The Penny Pratt Scholarship
Family Trust is committed to supporting future leaders in our community. The Penny Pratt Scholarships are opportunities for undergraduate and graduate students through Family Trust.
Mission and Vision
The Mission of the Foundation is to improve the quality of life in the Coastal Bend by building community endowment and addressing social, educational, environmental, and cultural needs through the awarding of grants and scholarships.
The Foundation’s Vision is to provide the Coastal Bend with:
Scholarships
The CBCF scholarship is open each year. Scholarships awarded will be for the following academic year. Scholarships are available only to students who graduated from a high school in one of the counties in the CBCF Service Area: Aransas, Bee, Jim Wells, Kleberg, Nueces, Refugio and San Patricio. Thanks to our generous donors, the Coastal Bend Community Foundation (CBCF) offers scholarships to students from over 100 funds.
Downes - Jay and Rheba Downes Memorial Scholarship
Purpose
In memory of James Ed (Jay) Downes, an Alice businessman and civic leader, and his wife, Rheba. Mr. Downes founded and served as chief executive of Energy Dynamics, an oilfield equipment and service provider in the domestic and international markets. He was named 1995 Citizen of the Year by the Alice Chamber of Commerce and is a member of its Hall of Honor. He served on the Alice Industrial Foundation Board, the Alice/Jim Wells County Transportation Committee and served as president of the Jim Wells County Master Planners Association in 1993-1994. Jay was an avid golfer and understood the value of a university education. He died unexpectedly in 2000. His wife, Rheba, passed away in 2013.
About Us
As a tax-exempt, public charity, the SouthCoast Community Foundation offers donors the guidance and flexibility to fulfill their philanthropic goals. We serve a range of charitable individuals, families, and corporations whose main concern is improving the quality of life in our community.
The SouthCoast Community Foundation allocates individual, family, and corporate funds to meet community needs. To date, the organization has distributed over $60 million from more than 200 funds to humanitarian, educational, and cultural organizations in the region.
Scholarship Resources
The SouthCoast Community Foundation is proud to offer scholarship opportunities to students in our community. We manage one of the largest scholarship programs in our area, with more than $800k awarded to local students each year.
Most SouthCoast Community Foundation scholarships are available through our online scholarship portal. Unless otherwise noted, scholarships are available through the Universal Application, which automatically pairs eligible students with all available scholarships.
David Cappannari Scholarship
The David Cappannari Scholarship Fund of the SouthCoast Community Foundation was established to provide tuition assistance to graduating Plymouth high schools seniors who plan to attend college.
Established by Eleanor Fossati in memory of her parents, this scholarship is awarded to Torrington High School graduates who demonstrate exemplary character.
The South Carolina Department of Education (SCDE) will award Gifted and Talented (GT) Graduate Course Program grants to institutions of higher education (IHEs) that offer tuition-free graduate courses for teachers who are pursuing either endorsement or certification in GT education. These courses will be designed for the following topics:
About Us
As a tax-exempt, public charity, the SouthCoast Community Foundation offers donors the guidance and flexibility to fulfill their philanthropic goals. We serve a range of charitable individuals, families, and corporations whose main concern is improving the quality of life in our community.
The SouthCoast Community Foundation allocates individual, family, and corporate funds to meet community needs. To date, the organization has distributed over $60 million from more than 200 funds to humanitarian, educational, and cultural organizations in the region.
Scholarship Resources
The SouthCoast Community Foundation is proud to offer scholarship opportunities to students in our community. We manage one of the largest scholarship programs in our area, with more than $800k awarded to local students each year.
Most SouthCoast Community Foundation scholarships are available through our online scholarship portal. Unless otherwise noted, scholarships are available through the Universal Application, which automatically pairs eligible students with all available scholarships.
College Club of New Bedford, Inc. Scholarship
The College Club of New Bedford, Inc. Fund provides scholarships to young women who are graduates or graduating seniors of the following high schools: New Bedford, Greater New Bedford Regional Vocational Technical, Bishop Stang, Dartmouth, and Fairhaven.
Central Kentucky Community Foundation
Established in 1960 as North Central Education Foundation, Central Kentucky Community Foundation is one of more than 780 community foundations in the United States today. We serve the Lincoln Trail Region, offering our donors and partners a variety of ways to touch our community through philanthropic giving.
Hardin County Bar Association Scholarship
The applicant must be a resident of Hardin County.
Additional documentation requirements
About Us
Who We Are
The Wayne County Community Foundation is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) community organization that works to strengthen the community we all share by helping donors make a lasting difference with their philanthropic endeavors – connecting their dreams and passions with causes that matter.
Established in 1978 with a single gift of $1,000, WCCF has become the steward of over 620 separate funds created from bequests and gifts, each with their own philanthropic purpose to support the future of our community now – and for many years to come.
The mission of Wayne County Community Foundation is to provide philanthropic leadership to our community.
Wayne County 4-H General Scholarship
Term: One Year
Amount: Varies
Number Awards: Varies
About MCCF
Mission & Priorities
Our goal at Madison County Community Foundation is to invest in lasting positive change to elevate and strengthen Madison County. We envision Madison County as a community where every person has the opportunity to thrive.
Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship Program
The Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship for Madison County is administered by the Madison County Community Foundation.
Madison County's Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship is awarded to two students, who will be provided eight semesters of full tuition, required fees, and a special allocation of $900 per year for required books and required equipment for four years of undergraduate study on a full time basis, leading to a baccalaureate degree at any Indiana public or private college or university accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.
In our selection process, applications will be reviewed by a committee of community members. Reviews are completed anonymously without disclosure of student or parent identity. Each Lilly finalist who is not selected as a recipient will be awarded a $1,000 scholarship from the Madison County Community Foundation.
The primary purposes of the Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship Program are:
About Us
Mission and Vision
The Mission of the Foundation is to improve the quality of life in the Coastal Bend by building community endowment and addressing social, educational, environmental, and cultural needs through the awarding of grants and scholarships.
San Patricio/Aransas County A&H Scholarship
Purpose:
Established by San Patricio and Aransas County to encourage students to complete high school and attend college.
Amount:
$4,000 over 4 years/several available
About the Community Foundation of Washington County
The Community Foundation of Washington County serves as vehicle for philanthropy and a powerful force in improving the quality of life in Washington County. We partner with individuals, families and businesses to create or donate to funds that meet their charitable goals and provide for the causes they care about the most.
The Community Foundation of Washington County, MD offers more than 100 scholarships for graduating high school students and non-traditional students in continuing education. Adna B. Fulton Family Scholarship Fund
Established by Mr. Fulton to provide scholarships to Washington County students pursuing a post-secondary education, with preference given to employees of AC&T and their children/grandchildren.
About the Community Foundation of Washington County
The Community Foundation of Washington County serves as vehicle for philanthropy and a powerful force in improving the quality of life in Washington County. We partner with individuals, families and businesses to create or donate to funds that meet their charitable goals and provide for the causes they care about the most.
The Community Foundation of Washington County, MD offers more than 100 scholarships for graduating high school students and non-traditional students in continuing education. AAUW Hagerstown Scholarship
The AAUW (American Association of University Women) Hagerstown (MD) Branch created this scholarship to financially assist deserving female students living in Washington County, MD. Preference will be given to non-traditional/post-secondary students.
About the Community Foundation
Our mission:
To inspire people and communities to build and distribute charitable funds for good, for Adams County, for ever.
Our vision:
To be a leading resource in promoting philanthropy among people of all means who wish to make a lasting and meaningful contribution to Adams County, and creating opportunities to develop and strengthen our communities.
Dr. Charles H. Glatfelter Scholarship Application
For any descendant of Casper Glattfelder who was the first of his family to arrive in the United States in 1743. Students are not required to be residents of Adams County, Pennsylvania. This award is open to all descendants nation wide.
Grants for international development fund programs aimed at improving global living standards, promoting economic growth, and supporting sustainable development. These grants help nonprofits implement projects in education, healthcare, and poverty alleviation worldwide.
Explore 8,000+ funding opportunities for international development, with $3.43B in resources. Instrumentl empowers nonprofits with tools for customized grant searches, deadline tracking, and insights to advance global progress.
How common are grants in this category?
Quite common — grants in this category are more prevalent than in others.
Over the past year, when are grant deadlines typically due for grants for International Development?
Most grants are due in the first quarter.
What's the typical grant amount funded for Grants for International Development?
Grants are most commonly $34,887.
Nonprofits who want to win grants for international development include humanitarian aid organizations, research institutions, and organizations assisting in international health, economic development, and disaster relief. The funders that are offering these grants care about programs that advocate sustainable development in low-income countries, improve global living standards, promote economic growth, and support sustainable development. Many grants require applicants to be 501(c)(3) organizations and may prioritize those that implement projects in education, healthcare, and poverty alleviation worldwide.
Grants in international development typically have the highest concentration of deadlines in Q1, with 29.8% of grant deadlines falling in this period. If you're planning to apply, consider prioritizing your applications around this time to maximize opportunities. Conversely, the least active period for grants in this category is Q4.
Grants for international development are offered to nonprofit programs that aim to improve public health, enhance economic security, expand educational opportunities, and strengthen infrastructure in developing regions. More than 6,000 grants are available, with $2895 million in funding for nonprofit gropus aiming to reduce poverty, strengthen communities, and promote long-term social impact.
Funding for international development grants varies widely, with award amounts ranging from a minimum of $0 to a maximum of $188,250,000. Based on Instrumentl’s data, the median grant amount for this category is $34,887, while the average grant awarded is $655,609. Understanding these funding trends can help nonprofits set realistic expectations when applying.
Of the more than 6,000 grant opportunities available, major funders of international development grants include federal agencies such as the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, the USDA, and the U.S. Department of Labor. In addition, there are many state and local government funders, including grants from the Tennessee Department of Agriculture, Florida Department of Environmental Protection, and the New York State Office of Mental Health. Additionally, corporate initatives from Toyota and Bank of America, and thousands of private foundations like the Cooke Foundation and the Chesapeake Bay Trust also provide funding for nonprofit international development groups.
A carefully planned approach is needed in order to successfully win grants for international development, so you will want to concentrate on all of these key areas:
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