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Harvey E. Anderson Scholarship

Rochester Area Community Foundation
Private
United States
Up to US $4,000

Harvey E. Anderson Scholarship

To be awarded to students who participate in Section V sports, have been diligent in academic and athletic endeavors, and exhibit self-motivation and extraordinary effort.

Number and Size of Awards

One award of $4,000 each to both a male and a female athlete; paid as $1,000 per year for up to four consecutive years of undergraduate study. Additionally, one non-renewable award of $1,000 to both a male and a female runner-up. Award paid in the Fall and divided equally between the Fall and Spring semesters.

Allowed Use of Award

Awards may be used for tuition, fees, books, and other expenses associated with higher education.

Education - Higher Education Sports & Athletics

Erin Marie Masling Memorial Scholarship

Rochester Area Community Foundation
Private
United States
More than US $500

Erin Marie Masling Memorial Scholarship

This scholarship encourages students who have the potential and desire to pursue a post-secondary education despite the effects of an ongoing medical condition or illness.

Number and Size of Awards

Number of recipients and award amounts vary; minimum award $500. Award paid in one lump sum in the Fall and divided equally between the Fall and Spring semesters.

Allowed Use of Award

Awards may be used for tuition, fees, books, and other expenses associated with higher education.

Education - Higher Education Cystic Fibrosis Chronic Illnesses

Dr. Jeffrey Hanson Memorial Scholarship

Rochester Area Community Foundation
Private
United States
US $2,750

Dr. Jeffrey Hanson Memorial Scholarship

To support those pursuing careers in medicine, particularly primary care. 

Number and Size of Awards

One award of $2,750; paid in one lump sum in the Fall and divided equally between the Fall and Spring semesters.  

Allowed Use of Award

Awards may be used for tuition, fees, books, and other expenses associated with higher education.

Education - Higher Education Medical Education & Professional Training Primary Health Care

Harold and Helen Rammler Nursing Scholarship

Community Foundation of Monroe County
Private
United States
Unspecified amount

We award over 120 scholarships each year to Monroe County residents. Whether you’re heading to college, pursuing a technical career, or furthering your education as an adult, there’s a scholarship for you. 

Harold and Helen Rammler Nursing Scholarship

Available to students pursuing a degree in nursing.

Education - Higher Education Nursing

Robert & Pauline Hoover Scholarship Fund

Community Foundation of Wabash County
Private
United States
Unspecified amount

Robert & Pauline Hoover Scholarship Fund

The Robert and Pauline Hoover Scholarship was established in 2006 as part of Robert’s estate plan after he died. Robert had a degree in banking from Columbia University in New York City. When he finished his graduate degree, he came back to his native Chester Township to engage in farming and banking. Robert was the North Manchester Kiwanis Star of Service recipient and had a passion for civic and business affairs.

Education - Higher Education Career / College Preparation

Blair and Marie Tate Scholarship Endowment

Community Foundation of Wabash County
Private
United States
Unspecified amount

About Us

Our Mission

We create lasting impact through asset development, nonprofit capacity building, and community leadership. 

Our Vision

To enrich the lives of Wabash County residents by fostering opportunity, inspiring generosity, and building a thriving connected community. 

Our Scholarships

For High School Seniors & Non Traditional Students who are beginning college more than one year after high school.

The Community Foundation of Wabash County offers a wide variety of post-secondary education scholarships to traditional, non-traditional, and graduate students. With nearly 70 different scholarship endowments created through the generosity of our donors, many students are eligible to apply.    

Blair and Marie Tate Scholarship Endowment

Through her will, Marie Tate honored the memory of her late husband, Blair Tate, by establishing this scholarship to assist deserving students of any Wabash County high school who have financial need. Mrs. Tate wanted to be sure that the scholarship was available to both students pursuing academic careers and those pursuing vocational training. The Tates had no children of their own, but through this scholarship, offered an inheritance to all students of Wabash County as if they were true heirs of a family estate.

Vocational & Trade Education Educational Access & Equity Adult Education +1 more

Jennie Wade Scholarship Endowment

Community Foundation of Wabash County
Private
United States
Unspecified amount

About Us

Our Mission

We create lasting impact through asset development, nonprofit capacity building, and community leadership. 

Our Vision

To enrich the lives of Wabash County residents by fostering opportunity, inspiring generosity, and building a thriving connected community. 

Our Scholarships

For High School Seniors & Non Traditional Students who are beginning college more than one year after high school.

The Community Foundation of Wabash County offers a wide variety of post-secondary education scholarships to traditional, non-traditional, and graduate students. With nearly 70 different scholarship endowments created through the generosity of our donors, many students are eligible to apply.    

Jennie Wade Scholarship Endowment

More than one hundred years ago, Jennie Wade created a scholarship in her words “to benefit mankind.” This scholarship is made to help young men and women continue their education after high school. Wabash County residents under the age of 21 are selected from among applicants who have done as much as possible in helping themselves obtain an education and whose families are unable to provide an education.

Workforce Preparation & Job Readiness Career / College Preparation Education - Higher Education +3 more

Abraham D. Chatman Scholarship

Rochester Area Community Foundation
Private
United States
Up to US $8,000

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.

Abraham D. Chatman Scholarship

Purpose of Scholarship

For members and dependent children of members (current and retired) of local unions affiliated with Rochester Regional Joint Board, Workers United.

Number and Size of Awards

Up to five awards of $8,000 each; paid as $2,000 per year for up to four consecutive years of undergraduate study. Award paid in the Fall and divided equally between the Fall and Spring semesters.

Renewability

This scholarship is renewable up to three times for a total of up to four awards in four consecutive years. Award renewability varies per recipient:

  • Graduating high school seniors receive awards that are renewable for a total of four awards in four consecutive years;
  • College freshman receive awards that are renewable for a total of three awards in three consecutive years;
  • College sophomores receive awards that are renewable for a total of two awards in two consecutive years; and

College juniors receive one-time awards that are not renewable.

Education - Higher Education Educational Access & Equity

Shawnee Fine Arts Club Scholarship

Communities Foundation of Oklahoma
Private
United States
Unspecified amount

Shawnee Fine Arts Club Scholarship

Provides a scholarship to graduating seniors of Shawnee High School, Liberty Academy, or home-schooled residents of Shawnee, Oklahoma with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.7. Student must be accepted into the university of their choice, majoring in music, visual arts, dance, or drama.

Education - Higher Education Performing Arts Dance +2 more

LCRF | AstraZeneca Research Award on Strategies Towards Improving the Treatment of Small Cell Lung Cancer

Lung Cancer Research Foundation
Private
United States
Up to US $500,000

This grant mechanism will focus on furthering the development of novel strategies towards improving the treatment of Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC). Work supported through this mechanism will address important areas of need across the entire care continuum and have the immediate potential to increase survivorship. It is expected that correlative translational research will be proposed that will enhance the understanding of SCLC.The overarching theme of the proposals should be centered around understanding the biology of SCLC and developing strategies toward improving outcomes for patients with SCLC. We will encourage applications on a wide variety of topics related to SCLC, including but not limited to the following:

  • Advanced Screening and Diagnostic Technologies
    • Utilize liquid biopsies and circulating tumor DNA (ctDNA) to enhance early detection and monitoring of SCLC, providing non-invasive diagnostic and prognostic solutions
    • Investigate the clinical utility of blood-based biomarkers for improving SCLC diagnosis, monitoring treatment response, and predicting outcomes
    • Leverage artificial intelligence for the early detection of SCLC

    • Disease Progression and Acquired Resistance
      • Study of molecular + clinical characteristics of rapid progressors vs. long-term responders in SCLC to tailor personalized treatment approaches
      • Leverage radiomics to identify predictive or prognostic factors such as treatment response, risk of pneumonitis, and likelihood of brain metastases
      • Investigate the underlying mechanisms of primary and acquired resistance to chemotherapy and immunotherapy in SCLC
      • Identify and validate biomarkers indicative of disease progression and/or therapeutic resistance

      • Biomarkers and Immuno-Oncology
        • Identify and validate biomarkers that can predict greater responses to immunotherapy treatments in SCLC, enhancing patient selection and treatment efficacy

        • Biospecimen-based research
          • Leverage real-world patient tissue and/or blood samples to enable:
            • Longitudinal studies of SCLC progression from limited-stage to extensive-stage disease
            • Investigation of tumor and microenvironmental changes before, during, and after treatment to understand the evolution of resistance
          • Develop a centralized infrastructure for biospecimen collection, with standardized protocols and accessible repositories to facilitate broad research collaboration

          These awards provide a maximum of $500,000 in funding over a period of three years.

          Lung Cancer

          Steuben County Vocational Education Scholarship

          Steuben County Community Foundation
          Private
          United States
          Unspecified amount

          Steuben County Community Foundation

          The Steuben County Community Foundation plays a unique role in making this community the best it can be for the people who call it home. We believe that through our work, our community members can live the lives they’ve always dreamed of. They’ll pay it forward, lift one another up, and make our community even better. Investing in our community today, positions it for a brighter tomorrow.

          Steuben County Vocational Education Scholarship

          The Steuben County Vocational Education Scholarship is available for Steuben County residents seeking some form of vocational training. In addition to graduates, current high school students are eligible to apply for this funding.

          Vocational & Trade Education

          Teaching Health Center Graduate Medical Education (THCGME) Program (363111)

          US HHS: Health Resources & Services Administration (HRSA)
          Federal Government
          American Samoa, Guam +4 more
          US $320,000 - US $2,880,000
          The Teaching Health Center Graduate Medical Education (THCGME) Program aims to ensure the sustainability of primary care residency training in community-based ambulatory patient care centers. By providing essential funding, this program supports the development of healthcare professionals who are equipped to deliver high-quality care, particularly in rural and underserved areas, enhancing the capacity to meet diverse health needs across various populations.
          Rural Health Care Primary Health Care

          Bridge2AI Network for AI Health Science

          US Dept. of Health & Human Services: National Institutes of Health (NIH)
          Federal Government
          American Samoa, Guam +4 more
          US $1,000,000 - US $7,000,000
          The NIH Common Fund is planning to issue a NOFO to continue the Bridge2AI program, which aims to develop AI-ready datasets and best practices for biomedical research. This next stage will leverage these datasets to address significant health challenges and foster multidisciplinary collaboration. The initiative will support 3-5 Centers focused on trustworthy AI in biomedical research, creating frameworks for reproducibility, transparency, and advancing the AI workforce in health sciences.
          Science Health & Medicine Artificial Intelligence (AI)

          Health Workforce Research Center (HWRC)

          US HHS: Health Resources & Services Administration (HRSA)
          Federal Government
          American Samoa, Guam +4 more
          US $450,000 - US $900,000
          The Health Workforce Research Center (HWRC) aims to enhance understanding of health workforce needs across various levels of governance. Funded by the US HHS: Health Resources & Services Administration (HRSA), this initiative supports vital research that informs decision-makers, ensuring effective resource allocation and workforce planning to meet healthcare demands.
          Health & Medicine Workforce Preparation & Job Readiness

          Identify and Evaluate Potential Risk Factors for Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) (363115)

          Dept. of Health & Human Services: Centers for Disease Control & Prevention
          Federal Government
          American Samoa, Guam +4 more
          Up to US $500,000
          The CDC/ATSDR is seeking research proposals focused on identifying and evaluating risk factors for Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS). The initiative encourages studies on military service, contact sports, and neuroinflammation, among others. Four funding options are available: enhancing existing evidence, exploring new risk factors, understanding ALS in specific populations, and analyzing biological samples from the Guamanian ALS cluster. This research aims to improve diagnostics, therapeutics, and prevention strategies.
          Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS)

          PPSEF Student Scholarship (Piedmont)

          Communities Foundation of Oklahoma
          Private
          United States
          Unspecified amount

          PPSEF Student Scholarship (Piedmont)

          Provides a scholarship to a Piedmont graduating senior.

          Education - Higher Education Career / College Preparation

          Strubhar Family Scholarship (Piedmont)

          Communities Foundation of Oklahoma
          Private
          United States
          Unspecified amount

          Strubhar Family Scholarship (Piedmont)

          Provides a scholarship for a Piedmont high school graduating senior who will study education or law with a GPA of 3.0 and attending a two- or four-year college or university.

          Education - Higher Education Career / College Preparation

          Sisters of the Sacred Heartland Dr. Allan French Memorial Scholarship

          Communities Foundation of Oklahoma
          Private
          United States
          Unspecified amount

          Sisters of the Sacred Heartland Dr. Allan French Memorial Scholarship

          Provides a scholarship to students in Oklahoma who identify as members of the LGBTQIA2S+ (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer and/or Questioning, Intersex, Asexual, Two-Spirit, and the countless affirmative ways in which people choose to self-identify) and a minimum GPA of 2.7 or higher.

          Education - Higher Education LGBTQIA+ Services

          Scott Cornelius Memorial Scholarship (Piedmont)

          Communities Foundation of Oklahoma
          Private
          United States
          Unspecified amount

          Scott Cornelius Memorial Scholarship (Piedmont)

          To honor the memory of Scott Cornelius by supporting students pursuing careers in sales, marketing, insurance or related business fields who demonstrate leadership and integrity.

          Education - Higher Education Financial Literacy Career / College Preparation +1 more

          Oklahoma Cattlemen's Association Scholarships

          Communities Foundation of Oklahoma
          Private
          United States
          Unspecified amount

          Oklahoma Cattlemen's Association Scholarships

          Provides scholarships to members of the Oklahoma Cattlemen's Association (and their children) who best meet the criteria. In partnership with the Oklahoma Cattlemen's Association.

          Academic Scholarship Programs Farms & Farming

          Beryl M. Klare Scholarship Endowment

          Community Foundation of Wabash County
          Private
          United States
          Unspecified amount

          Community Foundation of Wabash County

          Since its creation in 1954, the Community Foundation has grown and continually adapted its priorities to meet the ever-changing needs of the community. Through these changes, challenges, and opportunities to grow as both a leader and provider, the Community Foundation has remained true to its mission and commitment to Wabash County citizens.

          Our Scholarships

          The Community Foundation of Wabash County offers a wide variety of post-secondary education scholarships to traditional, non-traditional, and graduate students. With nearly 70 different scholarship endowments created through the generosity of our donors, many students are eligible to apply.  

          Beryl M. Klare Scholarship Endowment

          Beryl Klare created a scholarship for residents of the City of Wabash, Indiana, who are accepted into and attend an accredited post-secondary educational institution, including career training and academic degrees. Having no children of her own, she used her will to fulfill her wishes to financially assist students who want to obtain a higher education, including academic degrees and vocational training. When she passed away in 1968, her scholarship became a reality.

          Education - Higher Education Vocational & Trade Education

          Thing 1∙2∙3 Foundation Grant Program

          Thing 123 Foundation
          Private
          United States
          Unspecified amount
          The Thing 1∙2∙3 Foundation Grant Program, established in 1999, is dedicated to improving the lives of children. This private foundation, inspired by Dr. Seuss' characters, focuses on providing essential support to organizations that help children. Grants are awarded to U.S. and U.S.-based international entities that align with the foundation's mission. The foundation seeks to empower those on the front lines delivering impactful services, ensuring that children's needs are met effectively.
          Child Welfare Services Child Care Services

          Custer Scholarship

          Community Foundation of Wabash County
          Private
          United States
          Unspecified amount

          Community Foundation of Wabash County

          Since its creation in 1954, the Community Foundation has grown and continually adapted its priorities to meet the ever-changing needs of the community. Through these changes, challenges, and opportunities to grow as both a leader and provider, the Community Foundation has remained true to its mission and commitment to Wabash County citizens.

          Our Scholarships

          The Community Foundation of Wabash County offers a wide variety of post-secondary education scholarships to traditional, non-traditional, and graduate students. With nearly 70 different scholarship endowments created through the generosity of our donors, many students are eligible to apply.  

          Custer Scholarship

          Gene Custer is a lifelong Wabash County resident and farmer and a generous supporter of charitable causes. Gene established the Custer Scholarship Fund to help deserving students pursue post-secondary education. The award is given based on work experience or engagement in extra-curricular school, religious, or community activities; and a character of talent, ambition, initiative, and kindness.

          Education - Higher Education Vocational & Trade Education

          Lee Essie and Charlie McMillan, Jr. Scholarships: Music 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.

          Music Scholarship

          At a very early age in Alabama, Lee Essie Smith was a self-taught musician. After losing her mother as a young teenager, she began putting her God-given musical talent to work as a pianist for several churches. By the time she graduated from high school, she had learned the cosmetology trade and met Charlie McMillan, Jr.

          After his wife’s death, Mr. McMillan continued his community service with the Democratic Party, Habitat for Humanity and Mt. Olive Baptist Church as an usher. Although he did not serve very long in the military, Mr. McMillan continues to exemplify the values and physical energy of the “Army Strong” slogan. He is the patriarch of the family – always dapper – and a regular attendee at church services.

          Education - Higher Education Vocational & Trade Education Music

          Nexteer 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.

          Nexteer Scholarship

          The Nexteer Scholarship Fund mission is to help high school graduates in financial need through a scholarship program for residents of Saginaw, Midland and Bay Counties who are pursuing a career in engineering or general business. The goal is to help deserving individuals within our community achieve their career goals – an objective which has the added benefit of improving the community-at-large. 

          Nexteer draws upon a 100 year heritage of vehicle integration expertise and product workmanship. The company has a strong foundation and a reputation for providing dependable steering solutions and enduring customer relationships.

          Education - Higher Education Business Education STEM / STEAM Education

          Omega Psi Phi – Jesse Johnson 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.

          Omega Psi Phi – Jesse Johnson Scholarship

          Applicant must be a child, stepchild, or grandchild of an Omega Psi Phi Fraternity member.

          Education - Higher Education Vocational & Trade Education

          Optimist Club of Saginaw – “Officer Ed” Nowaczyk 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.

          Optimist Club of Saginaw – “Officer Ed” Nowaczyk Scholarship

          The “Officer Ed” Scholarship is sponsored by the Optimist Club of Saginaw in memory of Edwin F. Nowaczyk, a longtime member of the Optimist Club and School Safety Officer for the City of Saginaw Police Department. Better known as “Officer Ed” to the thousands of children who loved and worked with him, Officer Ed was responsible for the school pedestrian and traffic safety programs. He was also instrumental in developing the school safety patrol program.

          Although Officer Ed may be best remembered for his involvement with child safety programs, he also served as accident investigator, police community relations specialist and juvenile investigator with the Police Department. During his 38 years in law enforcement, Officer Ed received several letters of commendation and was the first recipient of the Saginaw Police Department’s “Lifetime Meritorious Service Award.”

          Education - Higher Education

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          Grant Insights : Grant Funding Trends in Kentucky

          Average Grant Size

          What's the typical amount funded for Kentucky?

          Grants are most commonly $109,567.

          $109,567

          Total Number of Grants

          What's the total number of grants in Livingston County Grants for Nonprofits year over year?

          In 2024, funders in Kentucky awarded a total of 22,947 grants.

          2022 21,785

          2023 21,128

          2024 22,947

          Top Grant Focus Areas

          Among all the Livingston County Grants for Nonprofits given out in Kentucky, the most popular focus areas that receive funding are Education, Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking Foundations, and Human Services.

          1. Education

          2. Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking Foundations

          3. Human Services

          Funding Over Time

          How is funding for Livingston County Grants for Nonprofits changing over time?

          Funding has increased by -8.86%.

          2022 $1,911,078,212

          2023 $2,749,886,359
          43.89%

          2024 $2,506,220,272
          -8.86%

          Kentucky Counties That Receive the Most Funding

          How does grant funding vary by county?

          Jefferson County, Kenton County, and Fayette County receive the most funding.

          County Total Grant Funding in 2024
          Jefferson County $2,891,811,659
          Kenton County $622,235,633
          Fayette County $177,080,873
          Madison County $78,275,790
          Whitley County $69,351,226

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