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Carl Hill Memorial Scholarship
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Cherokee Nation Foundation
The Cherokee Nation Foundation is a nonprofit organization serving the Cherokee Nation, a federally recognized tribe of more than 470,000 citizens. Its mission is to provide educational opportunities to Cherokee students so they can reach their full potential. The Cherokee Nation Foundation is a tax-exempt charitable organization under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.
Scholarships
Cherokee Nation Foundation offers a diverse range of scholarships to help reverse the trend of rising student debt. Students may receive up to two CNF scholarships per academic year. All opportunities are reserved for Cherokee Nation citizens, unless otherwise noted in the description.
Anna Belle Mitchell Memorial Scholarship
Applicant must be an undergraduate, graduate student or community member currently pursuing pottery. Three pictures of artwork must be included with application for consideration. This is a one-year scholarship reserved for Cherokee Nation citizens.
Committee of 100 Academic Scholarship
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Cherokee Nation Foundation
The Cherokee Nation Foundation is a nonprofit organization serving the Cherokee Nation, a federally recognized tribe of more than 470,000 citizens. Its mission is to provide educational opportunities to Cherokee students so they can reach their full potential. The Cherokee Nation Foundation is a tax-exempt charitable organization under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.
Scholarships
Cherokee Nation Foundation offers a diverse range of scholarships to help reverse the trend of rising student debt. Students may receive up to two CNF scholarships per academic year. All opportunities are reserved for Cherokee Nation citizens, unless otherwise noted in the description.
Barbara Jean Dyer Scholarship
Applicant must be enrolled in a minimum of 12 credit hours, major in art and maintain a 2.0 GPA.
Cherokee Nation Foundation
The Cherokee Nation Foundation is a nonprofit organization serving the Cherokee Nation, a federally recognized tribe of more than 470,000 citizens. Its mission is to provide educational opportunities to Cherokee students so they can reach their full potential. The Cherokee Nation Foundation is a tax-exempt charitable organization under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.
Scholarships
Cherokee Nation Foundation offers a diverse range of scholarships to help reverse the trend of rising student debt. Students may receive up to two CNF scholarships per academic year. All opportunities are reserved for Cherokee Nation citizens, unless otherwise noted in the description.
Bill Rabbit Legacy Art Scholarship
Applicant must be enrolled in an accredited, four-year, higher education institution pursuing a degree in fine arts or art education with a minimum 3.0 GPA. Accepted focuses include drawing, painting, sculpture, pottery, traditional beadwork and textiles. Three pictures of artwork must be included with application for consideration. This is a one-year scholarship reserved for Cherokee Nation and United Keetoowah Band citizens residing within the Cherokee Nation jurisdictional area.
MATRA Scholarship
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One time award of $7,500. Students may reapply for this scholarship for continued support based on their GPA for up to three years.
Margaret A. Stafford Nursing Scholarship
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Ken Cicerale Memorial Music Scholarship
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Keisha M. Michael Memorial Scholarship
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Julie H. Shenk Memorial Scholarship
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FCA Foundation Scholarship
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Who We Are
The Delaware Community Foundation (DCF) is a nonprofit organization focused on partnering with donors to build opportunity and advance equity in Delaware.
Our mission is to strengthen Delaware by maximizing community-based philanthropy.
Our vision is a Delaware where generosity expands opportunities for all.
Looking for some financial help this school year?
The DCF awarded scholarships totaling a record-breaking $850,000 to 245 students for the 2024-2025 school year.
Section 4: Unique Scholarships requiring a separate application
Scott Kammerer Scholarship
One-time award of $2,000.
Taylor Farms SoCal Award Program Fund
The Taylor Farms SoCal Scholarship Program was created to provide financial assistance to the children of employees who are looking to further their education. The scholarship is open to children of Taylor Farms employees located in Ontario, San Bernardino, CA.
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Northern Chautauqua Community Foundation
Vision: We envision a vibrant, prosperous northern Chautauqua community, rich in opportunity today and tomorrow.
Our Mission
To realize our vision we focus on:
Scholarships
Northern Chautauqua Community Foundation proudly manages over 200 individual scholarship funds,
Matthew Hazelton Memorial Scholarship for Law Enforcement
The Matthew Hazelton Memorial Scholarship for Law Enforcement supports students in northern Chautauqua who wish to pursue a career in law enforcement or criminal justice.
Northern Chautauqua Community Foundation
Vision: We envision a vibrant, prosperous northern Chautauqua community, rich in opportunity today and tomorrow.
Our Mission
To realize our vision we focus on:
Scholarships
Northern Chautauqua Community Foundation proudly manages over 200 individual scholarship funds,
Rev. Clifford K. Cliver & Lucy Cliver Sumsky Scholarship
The Rev. Clifford K. Cliver & Lucy Cliver Sumsky Scholarship Fund acknowledges and supports Chautauqua County foster children by providing scholarships for continuing education.
Northern Chautauqua Community Foundation
Vision: We envision a vibrant, prosperous northern Chautauqua community, rich in opportunity today and tomorrow.
Our Mission
To realize our vision we focus on:
Scholarships
Northern Chautauqua Community Foundation proudly manages over 200 individual scholarship funds,
Richard D. Pell Future Veterans Award
The Richard D. Pell Future Veterans Award is awarded to each graduating senior entering any branch of the American Armed Forces following graduation.
A monetary gift card will be awarded to each graduating senior residing in the town of Ripley and entering any branch of the United States Armed Forces following graduation.
Northern Chautauqua Community Foundation
Vision: We envision a vibrant, prosperous northern Chautauqua community, rich in opportunity today and tomorrow.
Our Mission
To realize our vision we focus on:
Scholarships
Northern Chautauqua Community Foundation proudly manages over 200 individual scholarship funds,
Ruth C. Stacy Counselor Scholarship
The Ruth C. Stacy Counselor Scholarship Fund is presented to students who have earned a Bachelor’s Degree and have been accepted into an accredited Master’s Degree program majoring in school or mental health counseling.
Northern Chautauqua Community Foundation
Vision: We envision a vibrant, prosperous northern Chautauqua community, rich in opportunity today and tomorrow.
Our Mission
To realize our vision we focus on:
Scholarships
Northern Chautauqua Community Foundation proudly manages over 200 individual scholarship funds,
St. Joseph School Scholarship
The St. Joseph School Scholarship is awarded to a graduating senior who resides in northern Chautauqua County, and intends to pursue a career teaching children with special needs.
Northern Chautauqua Community Foundation
Vision: We envision a vibrant, prosperous northern Chautauqua community, rich in opportunity today and tomorrow.
Our Mission
To realize our vision we focus on:
Scholarships
Northern Chautauqua Community Foundation proudly manages over 200 individual scholarship funds,
Terence J. Centner Agricultural and Environmental 4-H Scholarship
The Terence J. Centner Agricultural and Environmental 4-H Scholarship benefits student that participated in 4-H for a minimum of 3 years and completed an outstanding agricultural or environmental project.
This fund is established in memory of Harry E. and Mary Ellen Centner to honor their dedication and hard work on their family farm in the Town of Dunkirk and their leadership activities in the Chautauqua County 4-H Program.
Northern Chautauqua Community Foundation
Vision: We envision a vibrant, prosperous northern Chautauqua community, rich in opportunity today and tomorrow.
Our Mission
To realize our vision we focus on:
Scholarships
Northern Chautauqua Community Foundation proudly manages over 200 individual scholarship funds,
Timothy Ryan Memorial Scholarship
The Timothy Ryan Memorial Scholarship Fund provides scholarships to students who exemplify characteristics exhibited by Timothy during his brief life: loving, caring, generous, family-oriented, genuine, sincere, and humorous.
Northern Chautauqua Community Foundation
Vision: We envision a vibrant, prosperous northern Chautauqua community, rich in opportunity today and tomorrow.
Our Mission
To realize our vision we focus on:
Scholarships
Northern Chautauqua Community Foundation proudly manages over 200 individual scholarship funds,
Roger Testrake Memorial Scholarship
The Roger Testrake Memorial Scholarship benefits students residing in Ripley, NY who plan on continuing their education after high school and have a relative who has served in the military.
Roger Testrake was instrumental in building a monument in Ripley to honor all veterans. This scholarship was renamed to honor him for all his perseverance, dedication and hard work on behalf of the Ripley Veterans Roll of Honor Organization.
Reader’s Digest Partners for Sight Foundation
The Reader’s Digest Partners for Sight Foundation is a philanthropic organization dedicated to improving the lives of individuals who are blind or visually impaired by fostering independence and self-sufficiency. Its mission is to support programs that help people with vision loss lead independent, productive lives, while its vision is an accessible and inclusive world where individuals have the tools, resources, and opportunities to fully participate in society.
The Foundation’s funding priorities focus on supporting nonprofit organizations and initiatives that provide education, training, and rehabilitation services, assistive technology innovations, vision care and access to aids, and capacity building for professionals serving the visually impaired community. It also invests in programs that enhance employment opportunities, promote independence, and improve service delivery systems for people with vision loss, emphasizing practical, community-based solutions and long-term impact.
Small Discretionary Grants
The Reader’s Digest Partners for Sight Foundation (RDPFS) Track #3 Small Discretionary Grants provide flexible, year-round funding for smaller-scale initiatives that support individuals who are blind or visually impaired. Grant requests are accepted on a rolling basis and awarded at the discretion of the Executive Director. Awards are made until available funds are exhausted, allowing the Foundation to respond to timely or emerging needs.Nebraska grants for nonprofits provide funding to support agriculture, education, rural development, and public health initiatives. The following grants empower organizations to address community needs, promote sustainability, and foster growth across Nebraska.
Find 119 funding opportunities for nonprofits in Nebraska, with $8.8M available. Instrumentl helps organizations access funding with deadline tracking, refined search tools, and insights to advance statewide development and well-being.
How common are grants in this category?
Uncommon — grants in this category are less prevalent than in others.
Over the past year, when are grant deadlines typically due for Nebraska grants for Nonprofits?
Most grants are due in the first quarter.
Nebraska nonprofits have access to a wide range of funding opportunities. With over 100+ unique grants available, organizations can tap into a total of $8,820,899 in funding. If your nonprofit is seeking grant funding, the median grant award in Nebraska is $12,500. For nonprofits in need of larger financial assistance, more than 32 grants exceed $25,000. Most funding opportunities for Nebraska support program and project-based initiatives. However, 28 grants specifically help cover general operating expenses.
Nebraska nonprofits receive funding from a variety of sources, including government agencies, private foundations, and associations. Here’s a list of sources offering the most grant funding:
Whether you go after government grants or foundation grants depends on your grant readiness. Keep in mind that government grants often have large awards but equally large compliance requirements.
Timing is key when applying for grants in Nebraska. Based on the latest data, the best time to apply for grants is in Q1, with 34.5% of grant deadlines falling during this quarter. Q3 is the second-best time to apply, accounting for 24.5% of grant deadlines. Q4 and Q2 are the slowest periods, with only 21.6% and 19.4% of grant deadlines, respectively. To improve your chances of success, keep this data in mind when planning your grants strategy.
Grant funding in Nebraska has seen slow growth over the last few years. Based on the most recent IRS funding reports, total grant funding reached $1.9 billion in 2021 and increased slightly to $2 billion in 2022, representing a 5.7% increase. The key focus areas for grants in Nebraska included single-organization support, private grantmaking foundations, and professional societies/associations. Moreover, the counties receiving the most funding were Douglas County, Lancaster County, and Washington County.
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