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Blueprint Neurotherapeutics Network (BPN): Small Molecule Drug Discovery and Development

National Institutes of Health
Federal Government
American Samoa, Guam +4 more
Unspecified amount
The Blueprint Neurotherapeutics Network (BPN) at the NIH aims to advance small molecule drug discovery and development. This program supports investigators in their own labs while offering access to NIH experts and contract research organizations. By combining NIH resources with industry expertise, BPN reduces risks in drug development, enabling partners to undertake late-stage projects. Focused on small molecules, it uses a cooperative agreement mechanism to support innovative, higher-risk projects, fostering essential collaborations for successful therapeutic advancements.
Pharmacology Neuroscience

P.U.L.S.E. of Noble County – Senior Scholarship Fund

Noble County Community Foundation
Private
United States
US $1,000

P.U.L.S.E. of Noble County – Senior Scholarship Fund

P.U.L.S.E. of Noble County is a group of service-minded youth who meet monthly to organize community projects that benefit Noble County and grant philanthropic dollars to other organizations making an impact. This scholarship is for Noble County high school seniors who are P.U.L.S.E. members and are pursuing a post high school education.

Awards Per Year:

  • 4 scholarships

Applicant High School:

  • Any high school in the area

Colleges:

  • Any accredited college or university

Areas of Study:

  • Any
Education - Higher Education Career / College Preparation Community Services

Ellenbecker, Oliver and Eleanor Scholarship Bachelor’s Program Fund

Noble County Community Foundation
Private
United States
US $3,500

Ellenbecker, Oliver and Eleanor Scholarship Bachelor’s Program Fund

For Noble County High School seniors (one awarded to a Central Noble High School senior, one awarded to an East Noble High School senior, one awarded to Oak Farm Montessori School senior, one awarded to a West Noble High School senior) who will be attending a four-year college or university as a full-time student. Awards $3,500 one-time.

Awards Per Year:

1 scholarship

Areas of Study:

Any

Education - Higher Education Career / College Preparation

Glass, Paul Memorial Scholarship Fund

Noble County Community Foundation
Private
United States
US $750

Glass, Paul Memorial Scholarship Fund

A one-time payment for a high school senior or undergraduate college student from Noble County who is pursuing a career in agriculture related field. Awards $750 one time. Students can reapply. 

Amount

$750

Awards Per Year:

1 scholarship

Colleges:

Any accredited college or university

Areas of Study:

Agriculture

Education - Higher Education Agricultural Education

Jack A. Wilson Engineering Scholarship Fund

Gulf Coast Community Foundation Inc
Private
United States
Unspecified amount

Gulf Coast Community Foundation

The Gulf Coast Community Foundation (GCCF) is dedicated to fostering charitable giving, empowering donors, and enhancing our community by facilitating investments in a diverse array of charitable causes. We serve a pivotal role in attracting, managing and distributing substantial charitable funds to enrich the lives of residents across George, Hancock, Harrison, Jackson, Pearl River, and Stone counties.

Established in 1989 as a 501(c)(3) organization, GCCF has invested more than $110 million into South Mississippi, providing administrative services to more than 120 funds that support local grassroots organizations in achieving their charitable objectives.

Jack A. Wilson Engineering Scholarship Fund

The Jack A. Wilson Engineering Scholarship Fund was established in December 2001 by Ms. Gertrude A. Wilson through the Gulf Coast Community Foundation to honor Mr. Wilson. The purpose of the fund is to award a scholarship for a college, junior college, or graduate school student entering their third or more years of engineering education. Applicants must be residents of Jackson, Harrison or Hancock County. Students meeting the criteria will be awarded a scholarship to be used toward the following, in order of priority: tuition and fees, room and board, books and supplies.

Education - Higher Education Engineering

LCRF | AstraZeneca Research Award on Strategies Using Patient Advocacy to Improve Outcomes in Small Cell Lung Cancer

Lung Cancer Research Foundation
Private
United States
US $250,000

The grant mechanism will focus on furthering the development of strategies towards improving the outcomes of Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC) patients through patient advocacy. Work supported through this mechanism will address important areas of need across the entire care continuum and have the immediate potential to increase research efforts, quality of life and survivorship. The overarching theme of the proposals should be centered around using patient advocacy as a tool to develop 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:

  • Patient-Centric Care Models
    • Develop and implement care models that prioritize patient needs and preferences, integrating innovative approaches from diagnosis through survivorship
  • Advanced Screening and Diagnostic Technologies
    • Create comprehensive survivorship care plans addressing long-term healthcare needs, focusing on follow-up care, monitoring for recurrence, and managing chronic side effects
  • Access and Equity
    • Investigate barriers to accessing quality care, clinical trials, screening and biomarker testing for SCLC patients and purpose solutions to ensure equitable healthcare delivery for diverse populations

    • Technology Integration
      • Explore the use of digital health tools and technologies to facilitate better patient-provider interactions, personalized care, and continuous monitoring during the care continuum
    • Patient Feedback Mechanisms
      • Establish robust feedback systems to gather patient insights and experiences and use this data to inform continuous improvements in care delivery, diagnostic technologies, treatment approaches, clinical protocols and accessible repositories to facilitate broad research collaboration

      The 2026 Strategies Using Patient Advocacy to Improve Outcomes in Small Cell Lung Cancer will grant a minimum of one award of $250,000 for a period two years ($125,000 per year).

      Lung Cancer

      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

      HammerTech Safety Scholarship

      Associated General Contractors Of California
      Private
      California
      Unspecified amount

      About

      A Century Of Progress

      Since 1920, we have worked together with our members to provide advocacy, education, career development, and networking opportunities to experienced and next generation construction and contracting professionals. From the moment you become an AGC member, we go to bat for you with state and local governments, while helping you connect with industry leaders through services, innovative programs, and events.

      Scholarships & Giving

      Equipped for the Future

      AGC is proud to offer scholarship opportunities to current professionals and students pursuing an education and career in construction.

      Geared for college students, this scholarship addresses the need for well-trained, certified construction safety professionals that has compounded in recent years. This is a great opportunity for college students pursuing CM, CE, or adjacent AEC/safety-related degrees with a strong interest and/or proven internship history in construction safety. 

      Education - Higher Education Apprenticeship & Internship Programs Civil Engineering +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

      Division of Boating and Waterways Clean Vessel Act Education and Outreach Grant

      California Department of Parks and Recreation
      State/Local Government
      California
      Up to US $360,000

      The California State Parks Division of Boating and Waterways (DBW), Clean Vessel Act Education and Outreach Grant Program provide grants to support programs that educate California boaters and increase public awareness about boat sewage management and proper disposal. The goal of this grant program is to reduce recreational boater sewage from being discharged into California waterways.

      Environmental Stewardship Environmental Contamination & Pollution

      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

      CDC National Centers of Excellence in Youth Violence Prevention (YVPCs): Rigorous Evaluation of Prevention Approaches to Prevent and Reduce Youth Violence

      Dept. of Health & Human Services: Centers for Disease Control & Prevention
      Federal Government
      United States
      Up to US $1,200,000
      The CDC's National Centers of Excellence in Youth Violence Prevention (YVPCs) aim to expand the evidence base for preventing youth violence among individuals aged 10 to 24. This initiative supports rigorous evaluations of prevention approaches, community engagement, and training for early career researchers. By establishing partnerships and focusing on communities with above-average youth violence rates, the YVPCs seek to enhance collaborative efforts and effectively disseminate research findings to inform future prevention strategies.
      Youth Services Domestic Violence Community / Public Safety +3 more

      NIDDK Disease Research and Translational Core Centers (P30 Clinical Trial Optional)

      National Institutes of Health
      Federal Government
      American Samoa, Guam +4 more
      Unspecified amount
      The NIDDK Disease Research and Translational Core Centers (P30 Clinical Trial Optional) program invites applications to support innovative biomedical research focused on cystic fibrosis, diabetes, and other chronic diseases. These centers foster collaboration, provide essential resources, and mentor early-stage investigators, enhancing the research landscape. Funding will support pilot programs and access to shared services, ensuring efficient use of resources while promoting a robust scientific community dedicated to advancing health outcomes.
      Health & Medicine Diabetes Digestive System Health & Diseases +3 more

      Preschool Development Grant Birth Through Five (PDG B-5) SMART Grant

      Administration for Children and Families
      Federal Government
      Alabama, Alaska +42 more
      US $500,000 - US $15,000,000
      The Preschool Development Grant Birth Through Five (PDG B-5) SMART Grant aims to enhance early care and education systems in the U.S. by supporting targeted investments in technology and data analytics. This initiative, led by the Administration for Children and Families, encourages states to improve program quality, family choice, and data-driven decision-making for children from birth to five years old. The funding is designed to create measurable outcomes and strengthen coordination within the mixed-delivery system.
      Education - Preschool / Early Learning

      Sam J. Lucas Jr. Scholarship

      Greater Houston Community Foundation
      Private
      United States
      US $5,000
      The Sam J. Lucas Jr. Scholarship, administered by the Greater Houston Community Foundation, offers multiple awards of $5,000 for employees and dependents of SCI Shared Resources, LLC. This one-time award is intended for students pursuing higher education in accredited institutions and requires a minimum GPA of 2.5. Recipients must be enrolled in at least 6 credit hours and submit enrollment information to facilitate the scholarship's direct payment to their college.
      Education - Higher Education Vocational & Trade Education Education - High School +1 more

      St. Ignace Area Community Foundation: Community Service Scholarship

      St. Ignace Area Community Foundation
      Association/Society
      United States
      Unspecified amount

      St. Ignace Area Community Foundation

      The St. Ignace Area Community Foundation (SIACF) was established in 1995 by a group of concerned citizens who recognized a need and found access to some matching grant funds to enhance the initial contributions to the SIACF. Organized as a member of the Community Foundations of the Upper Peninsula (CFUP), Jack Swope, Fred Stearns, and Dr. A.D. (Don) McKinnon secured an anonymous contribution establishing the Education Enhancement Fund and a contribution from the local American Legion Post establishing the American Legion Fund as the initial Funds within SIACF.

      Community Service Scholarship

      The St. Ignace Community Fund annually awards scholarships assisting students with higher education based largely on acknowledgement of student responsibility, community service, and civic involvement. These Scholarships are made possible through the generosity of donors to the various accounts within the St. Ignace Area Community Fund. Some accounts specifically are awarded to recognize higher education in the areas of special education, teaching, law enforcement, and health care.  

      Education - Higher Education Community Services

      Mendocino County Grants for Nonprofits Highlights

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      Grant Insights : Grant Funding Trends in California

      Average Grant Size

      What's the typical amount funded for California?

      Grants are most commonly $145,539.

      $145,539

      Total Number of Grants

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

      In 2024, funders in California awarded a total of 256,564 grants.

      2022 237,186

      2023 236,635

      2024 256,564

      Top Grant Focus Areas

      Among all the Mendocino County Grants for Nonprofits given out in California, 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 Mendocino County Grants for Nonprofits changing over time?

      Funding has increased by -1.38%.

      2022 $34,364,756,699

      2023 $37,770,770,141
      9.91%

      2024 $37,247,795,891
      -1.38%

      California Counties That Receive the Most Funding

      How does grant funding vary by county?

      Los Angeles County, San Francisco County, and San Mateo County receive the most funding.

      County Total Grant Funding in 2024
      Los Angeles County $10,841,756,858
      San Francisco County $5,409,542,294
      San Mateo County $5,358,878,304
      Santa Clara County $3,811,026,208
      Alameda County $3,749,322,182

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