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Best Operating Grants for Nonprofits in Vermont

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N.R. Burroughs Educational Award

Community Foundation Serving Western Virginia
Private
Henry County, Virginia, United States
Approximately US $1,000

N.R. Burroughs Educational Award

Fund provides scholarship assistance to qualified and deserving young men and women pursuing an undergraduate degree.

Amount

  • $1,000+
Education - Higher Education Career / College Preparation

The Veronica Willo Scholarship

Community Foundation Of Mahoning Valley
Private
United States
Unspecified amount

About Us

Leadership. Collaboration. Impact.

The Community Foundation of the Mahoning Valley helps philanthropists support the causes closest to their heart while connecting local residents to the resources they need for a better quality of life.

Our Mission

To serve as a leader and advocate for strategic philanthropy, partnering with donors to anchor a permanent and growing endowment and making investments in the Mahoning Valley that improve the quality of life for all residents.

Scholarship Opportunities

Your Community, Your Support System

Our community members support hundreds of local students every year through various scholarships facilitated by the Community Foundation of the Mahoning Valley.

Awarded to Mahoning County students graduating high school that have shown scholastic achievement and demonstrate financial need.

Education - Higher Education Educational Access & Equity

George L. Madigan Scholarship

Community Foundation Of Mahoning Valley
Private
United States
Unspecified amount

About Us

Leadership. Collaboration. Impact.

The Community Foundation of the Mahoning Valley helps philanthropists support the causes closest to their heart while connecting local residents to the resources they need for a better quality of life.

Our Mission

To serve as a leader and advocate for strategic philanthropy, partnering with donors to anchor a permanent and growing endowment and making investments in the Mahoning Valley that improve the quality of life for all residents.

Scholarship Opportunities

Your Community, Your Support System

Our community members support hundreds of local students every year through various scholarships facilitated by the Community Foundation of the Mahoning Valley.

Awarded to graduating seniors attending a high school in Trumbull County, who demonstrate financial need and have a GPA between 2.5 and 3.5.

Education - Higher Education Educational Access & Equity

William D. and Sallye T. Coleman Memorial Scholarship

Community Foundation Serving Western Virginia
Private
United States
Approximately US $1,000

William D. and Sallye T. Coleman Memorial Scholarship

This fund provides financial scholarships to deserving young men and women who attend public high school in Roanoke City and members of High Street Baptist Church.

Amount

Amount

  • $ 1000+
  • non-renewable
Education - Higher Education Career / College Preparation

Pathway to Critical Care Nursing Scholarship

American Association Of Critical Care Nurses
Private
United States
US $2,500

Who We Are

The American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN) is the national voice for academic nursing. AACN works to establish quality standards for nursing education; assists schools in implementing those standards; influences the nursing profession to improve health care; and promotes public support for professional nursing education, research, and practice.

Vision, Mission, and Strategic Plan

AACN is guided by a clear vision, mission, and values that shape its leadership in academic nursing. Its strategic plan sets priorities to strengthen nursing education, support deans, faculty, and students, and advance health care nationwide.

AACN2: Pathway to Critical Care Nursing Scholarship

Overview

The American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN-Critical Care) and the American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN-Colleges) are partnering to provide scholarships to prelicensure nursing students interested in practicing in critical care settings. Administered by the Foundation for Academic Nursing, the AACN2: Pathway to Critical Care Nursing Scholarship will provide $2,500 in support to eligible students enrolled in entry-level baccalaureate nursing programs who are committed to providing expert care to patients at their most vulnerable.

Scholarship Details

This year, we will be distributing eight $2,500 scholarships to prelicensure nursing students who are interested in pursuing careers in critical care nursing ($20,000 in scholarships).

Education - Higher Education Nursing

MyPath - Trumbull County Scholarship Fund for MVCAP

Community Foundation Of Mahoning Valley
Private
United States
Unspecified amount

About Us

Leadership. Collaboration. Impact.

The Community Foundation of the Mahoning Valley helps philanthropists support the causes closest to their heart while connecting local residents to the resources they need for a better quality of life.

Our Mission

To serve as a leader and advocate for strategic philanthropy, partnering with donors to anchor a permanent and growing endowment and making investments in the Mahoning Valley that improve the quality of life for all residents.

Scholarship Opportunities

Your Community, Your Support System

Our community members support hundreds of local students every year through various scholarships facilitated by the Community Foundation of the Mahoning Valley.

  • MyPath- Trumbull County Scholarship Fund for MVCAP
    • Awarded to Trumbull County students participating in MyPath programming or advising. 
Education - Higher Education Educational Access & Equity

A. M. and May Abel Memorial Scholarship

Grays Harbor Community Foundation
Private
United States
Unspecified amount

A. M. and May Abel Memorial Scholarship

Anthony M. Abel, brother of W. H. Abel of Montesano, was born in Sussex, England and raised in Salina, Kansas.

He earned his law degree from the University of Kansas, and established a successful law practice in 1903. There he married May Rosmond. Abel went on to become one of western Washington’s most highly regarded lawyers.

The A. M. and May Abel Memorial Scholarship is open to all applicants who satisfy the general eligibility requirements of the Scholarship Program.

Education - Higher Education Career / College Preparation

Dr. George H. Hitchings Memorial Scholarship

Grays Harbor Community Foundation
Private
United States
Unspecified amount

Dr. George H. Hitchings Memorial Scholarship

Born in Hoquiam in 1905, George H. Hitchings grew up in a family of shipbuilders. Hitchings’ father, George, Sr., worked at and eventually managed the Hoquiam shipyard that his father-in-law, Peter Matthews, established in 1897. 

From the late 1960s until his death in 1998, Dr. Hitchings became increasingly involved with philanthropy. He served as President of the Burroughs Wellcome Fund, a nonprofit foundation which supports biomedical research, and he led several charities in the Research Triangle Park area of North Carolina, where Burroughs Wellcome had relocated in 1968. In 1983, Dr. Hitchings founded the Greater Triangle Community Foundation, which serves the Triangle area.

While preference will be given to applicants interested in studying science or medicine, the George H. Hitchings Memorial Scholarship is open to all applicants who satisfy the general eligibility requirements of the Scholarship Program.

Education - Higher Education Career / College Preparation

Women on Par Scholarship

LPGA Amateur Golf Association
Association/Society
Canada, United States
Unspecified amount

LPGA Amateur Golf Association

The LPGA Amateur Golf Association® is a passionate, inclusive group of women made up of over 18,500 members of all golf abilities throughout 130+ global chapters. This vibrant community connects women to learn, play and enjoy golf. We provide organized playing and learning opportunities for adults of all ages and abilities through a variety of local and national events. 

Women on Par Scholarship

About the Scholarship

The “Women on Par” Scholarship Program, provided by the LPGA Foundation, was established in 2007 by the EWGA Foundation (now the LPGA Amateur Golf Association™) to provide financial assistance to “non-traditional” female students. These scholarships are intended for women, aged 30 and older, who are attending a college or university for the first time or returning to school after an absence to complete their technical/vocational, Associate, or Bachelor’s degree. The scholarships are designed to help these women get “on par,” or get an equal footing, with their peers, friends, and other women who have had a chance to complete their college education.

Impact of the Scholarship

Since its inception, the Women on Par Scholarship has empowered more than 40 women to pursue their dream of earning a degree. This program provides more than financial support - it instills confidence, fuels ambition, and inspires recipients to achieve their goals and give back to their communities.

Education - Higher Education Adult Education Vocational & Trade Education

Bill Dorsey Memorial Scholarship Fund for Barbara Ingram School for the Arts

Community Foundation of Washington County Maryland
Private
United States
Unspecified amount
The Bill Dorsey Memorial Scholarship Fund, established by the Community Foundation of Washington County, MD, offers scholarships to students at the Barbara Ingram School for the Arts (BISFA). Designed for rising sophomores, juniors, and seniors, this fund helps cover costs related to their arts discipline. Applications are available in the Fall, supporting the foundation's mission to enhance educational opportunities for local students and nurture their artistic talents.
Education - Higher Education Vocational & Trade Education Academic Scholarship Programs

Carol D. Garling Scholarship

Community Foundation of Washington County Maryland
Private
United States
Unspecified amount
The Carol D. Garling Scholarship, established by Carol D. Garling, provides financial assistance to students pursuing a post-secondary education who have completed at least 30 credit hours at an accredited institution. Offered by the Community Foundation of Washington County, MD, this scholarship is part of a larger initiative to support local students and promote educational advancement within the community. Applications are accepted annually from January to April 1st, encouraging both high school graduates and non-traditional students.
Education - Higher Education Vocational & Trade Education Academic Scholarship Programs

National Centers for Biomedical Imaging and Bioengineering (NCBIB) (P41 Clinical Trials Optional) (362722)

US Dept. of Health & Human Services: National Institutes of Health (NIH)
Federal Government
American Samoa, Guam +4 more
Unspecified amount
The National Centers for Biomedical Imaging and Bioengineering (NCBIB) provide critical resources for biomedical imaging and bioengineering research. This funding opportunity supports the development of innovative technologies tailored to the needs of basic, translational, and clinical researchers. NCBIB facilitates technology access, training, and dissemination, enhancing collaboration and advancing the field. Applications are encouraged to foster advancements that address complex biomedical challenges.
Bioengineering Biomedical Imaging

Readiness and Recreation Initiative (RARI) – Recurring 5 Year Notice

US Department of the Interior: National Park Service (NPS)
Federal Government
American Samoa, Guam +4 more
US $250,000 - US $3,000,000
The Readiness and Recreation Initiative (RARI) by the National Park Service aims to enhance outdoor recreation and support compatible land uses near military installations. This program, funded through the Land and Water Conservation Fund, provides up to 50% of project costs, encouraging collaboration with the Department of War. Projects must involve land acquisition and align with national priorities to ensure public outdoor access in perpetuity, directly benefiting both military and civilian communities.
Urban Planning Outdoor Recreation Disaster Preparedness +1 more

Laura Wesolowski Scholarship

Scranton Area Foundation Inc
Private
United States
Unspecified amount

Who We Are

Buiding a stronger, More Vibrant Community

For over 70 years, the Scranton Area Community Foundation has served Northeastern Pennsylvania as a steward of charitable resources, a grantmaker, and a catalyst for positive change. Guided by our core values of collaboration, trust, integrity, innovation, and inclusivity, we work to ensure that our communities thrive with opportunities for all.

This scholarship is awarded to a graduating high school senior who is a current employee of a McDonald’s restaurant located in Northeastern Pennsylvania.

Education - Higher Education Educational Access & Equity

Northeastern Pennsylvania Health Care Foundation Nursing Scholarship

Scranton Area Foundation Inc
Private
United States
Unspecified amount

Scranton Area Community Foundation

For over 70 years, the Scranton Area Community Foundation has served Northeastern Pennsylvania as a steward of charitable resources, a grantmaker, and a catalyst for positive change. Guided by our core values of collaboration, trust, integrity, innovation, and inclusivity, we work to ensure that our communities thrive with opportunities for all.

Scholarships

We are honored to be the stewards of over 90 scholarship funds established by philanthropically-minded individuals in our community. Generous donors entrust us to connect them to dynamic students to provide financial resources for their education through scholarships. Our donors establish scholarship funds with criteria they wish to be met by applicants. Our scholarship committee considers the criteria, evaluates the submitted applications, and chooses the best candidates for each scholarship.

Northeastern Pennsylvania Health Care Foundation Nursing Scholarship

This scholarship is awarded to individuals seeking financial support to obtain a certification or degree in the nursing field, including a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), or a Registered Nurse (RN), Bachelor’s of Science in Nursing (BSN), or nurse educator.

Education - Higher Education Nursing

Judy Tomes Duffy Music Education Scholarship

Scranton Area Foundation Inc
Private
United States
Unspecified amount

Who We Are

Buiding a stronger, More Vibrant Community

For over 70 years, the Scranton Area Community Foundation has served Northeastern Pennsylvania as a steward of charitable resources, a grantmaker, and a catalyst for positive change. Guided by our core values of collaboration, trust, integrity, innovation, and inclusivity, we work to ensure that our communities thrive with opportunities for all.

Judy’s altrusim, devotion to the betterment of education and the community, combined with her great love of music are the pillars on which this scholarship is based.

Music Education Education - Higher Education

James F. Swift Scholarship

Scranton Area Foundation Inc
Private
United States
US $6,000 - US $24,000

Who We Are

Buiding a stronger, More Vibrant Community

For over 70 years, the Scranton Area Community Foundation has served Northeastern Pennsylvania as a steward of charitable resources, a grantmaker, and a catalyst for positive change. Guided by our core values of collaboration, trust, integrity, innovation, and inclusivity, we work to ensure that our communities thrive with opportunities for all.

This scholarship is awarded to graduating seniors from Lackawanna County high schools who plan to continue their education in a college or university program. This $6,000 scholarship, renewable for up to three years (for a total of $24,000), is offered each year for full-time study at an accredited two- or four-year college or university of the student’s choice. 20 students will be selected annually for this award.

The James F. Swift Scholarship Fund has awarded over $5.5 million since 2008, benefitting 360 local students.

Created in 2002 through a gift by Mr. James F. Swift to the Scranton Area Community Foundation, the James F. Swift Scholarship Fund provides support for higher education for students graduating from high schools in Lackawanna County. Following Mr. Swift’s death in 2006, the Scranton Area Community Foundation gratefully received a significant gift from his estate to the scholarship fund, which has allowed a great number of students from Lackawanna County the opportunity to pursue their academic and professional goals through higher education.

Education - Higher Education Educational Access & Equity

Strong Family Scholarship

Greater Houston Community Foundation
Private
United States
Unspecified amount

The Greater Houston Community Foundation (GHCF) administers a variety of unique scholarship funds that grant over $5.7 million annually to college students. The scholarship funds have been established by thoughtful and generous donors and each has a unique set of eligibility criteria and award structure.

Strong Family Scholarship

Benefiting graduating high school seniors from charter schools in Houston, TX.

Education - Higher Education Career / College Preparation

Tradition of Excellence Scholarship

Greater Houston Community Foundation
Private
United States
Unspecified amount

The Greater Houston Community Foundation (GHCF) administers a variety of unique scholarship funds that grant over $5.7 million annually to college students. The scholarship funds have been established by thoughtful and generous donors and each has a unique set of eligibility criteria and award structure.

Tradition of Excellence Scholarship

Benefiting dependents of current Perry Homes employees.

Education - Higher Education Career / College Preparation

Silver Eagle Distributors Houston Scholarship

Greater Houston Community Foundation
Private
United States
Unspecified amount

The Greater Houston Community Foundation (GHCF) administers a variety of unique scholarship funds that grant over $5.7 million annually to college students. The scholarship funds have been established by thoughtful and generous donors and each has a unique set of eligibility criteria and award structure.

Silver Eagle Distributors Houston Scholarship

Benefiting dependents of Silver Eagle Distributors Houston employees.

Education - Higher Education Career / College Preparation

Roger and Barbara Powell Scholarship for Nursing

Greater Houston Community Foundation
Private
United States
Unspecified amount

The Greater Houston Community Foundation (GHCF) administers a variety of unique scholarship funds that grant over $5.7 million annually to college students. The scholarship funds have been established by thoughtful and generous donors and each has a unique set of eligibility criteria and award structure.

Roger and Barbara Powell Scholarship for Nursing

Benefiting rural Texas residents pursuing nursing degrees.

Education - Higher Education Nursing

Pi-Squared Scholarship

Greater Houston Community Foundation
Private
United States
Unspecified amount

The Greater Houston Community Foundation (GHCF) administers a variety of unique scholarship funds that grant over $5.7 million annually to college students. The scholarship funds have been established by thoughtful and generous donors and each has a unique set of eligibility criteria and award structure.

Pi-Squared Scholarship

Benefiting graduating seniors of Spring ISD (Texas), Klein ISD (Texas), and Houston ISD (Texas).

Education - Higher Education Career / College Preparation

Washington County Hospital School of Nursing Alumni Scholarship

Community Foundation of Washington County Maryland
Private
United States
Unspecified amount

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

Washington County Hospital School of Nursing Alumni Scholarship

Founded by alumni of Washington County Hospital’s School of Nursing, this fund serves to provide scholarships to deserving students who are continuing their education in Nursing.

Education - Higher Education Nursing

Washington Goes Purple Scholarship

Community Foundation of Washington County Maryland
Private
United States
Unspecified amount

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

Washington Goes Purple Scholarship

This scholarship is open to students that reside in Washington County, MD, are continuing their education, and have been affected by substance use.

Addiction & Substance Use Disorders Student Retention & Drop-Out Prevention

Research on the Ethical, Legal and Social Implications (ELSI) of Genomics

National Institutes of Health
Federal Government
American Samoa, Guam +4 more
Unspecified amount
The National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) is set to release a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) focused on the ethical, legal, and social implications (ELSI) of genomics. This initiative aims to explore how genomics can enhance health and well-being while addressing its broader societal impacts. The NHGRI encourages applications from diverse academic disciplines to promote innovative and replicable research approaches that effectively analyze the consequences of genomic advancements.
Genetics & Genomics Human Genome & Genetics

Junior Guild of Rocky Mount Scholarship Fund

North Carolina Community Foundation Inc
Private
United States
Unspecified amount

The scholarships we award vary each year based on the unique criteria of each scholarship. In 2025, we awarded over $3 million in scholarships to over 500 students, including $1.3 million to 110 students in western NC through our Disaster Relief and Resilience Scholarship.

Depending on the scholarship, it may pay for tuition, room and board, books, fees and/or other related educational expenses. 

Junior Guild of Rocky Mount Scholarship Fund

This will be outlined in your award notification. The minimum scholarship award amount is $1,000.

NCCF scholarship awards are only issued to not-for-profit institutions and government entities such as public colleges or universities.

Education - Higher Education Career / College Preparation

Fabricators & Manufacturers Association Scholarship: Community College, Trade School, or University

Fabricators & Manufacturers Association International
Private
United States
Up to US $2,000

SparkForce: The FMA Foundation

Formerly known as Nuts, Bolts & Thingamajigs (or NBT), SparkForce is the charitable foundation of the Fabricators and Manufacturers Association. While our name has changed, our mission has not. Our purpose is to inspire, attract, and support individuals in discovering an interest in manufacturing and to encourage their pursuit of a manufacturing career.

2020 marked the 50th Anniversary of FMA. Started by one man and his vision, FMA has transformed into an association dedicated to helping metal manufacturers thrive and move the industry forward.

Scholarships

SparkForce, The FMA Foundation, awards scholarships twice each year to students pursuing degrees or certifications related to manufacturing careers.

3 Scholarship Awards, 1 Application

  • Community College, Trade School, or University; The U.K. Gupta & Family Scholarship; and The John Grossheim Memorial Scholarship.

Scholarship funds can be used to cover tuition, school fees, books purchased through the college store, and required tools or equipment such as PPE (if available for purchase through the college store). Funds cannot be used for housing, meals, or costs unrelated to the program.

FMA Scholarship: Community College, Trade School, or University

Open to eligible students pursuing degrees or certifications related to a career in manufacturing.

Education - Higher Education Vocational & Trade Education Manufacturing Engineering

Operating Grants for Nonprofits in Vermont Highlights

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Grant Insights : Operating Grants for Nonprofits in Vermont

Grant Availability

How common are grants in this category?

Common — grants in this category appear regularly across funding sources.

200+ Operating grants for nonprofits in Vermont grants for nonprofits in the United States, from private foundations to corporations seeking to fund grants for nonprofits.

68 Operating grants for nonprofits in Vermont over $25K in average grant size

47 Operating grants for nonprofits in Vermont over $50K in average grant size

34 Operating grants for nonprofits in Vermont supporting general operating expenses

200+ Operating grants for nonprofits in Vermont supporting programs / projects

600+ Grants on Instrumentl focused on Water Resource Management

300+ Grants on Instrumentl focused on Sanitation & Clean Drinking Water

Grant Deadline Distribution

Over the past year, when are grant deadlines typically due for Operating grants for Nonprofits in Vermont?

Most grants are due in the first quarter.

Q1
33.8%
Q2
19.1%
Q3
22.1%
Q4
25.0%

Typical Funding Amounts

What's the typical grant amount funded for Operating Grants for Nonprofits in Vermont?

Grants are most commonly $12,250.

$500 $500 Min.
$12,250 $12.3 K Median
$372,375 $372.4 K Average
$40,331,313 $40.3 M Max.

Average Grant Size

What's the typical amount funded for Vermont?

Grants are most commonly $50,920.

$50,920

Total Number of Grants

What's the total number of grants in Operating Grants for Nonprofits in Vermont year over year?

In 2024, funders in Vermont awarded a total of 12,792 grants.

2022 10,876

2023 11,469

2024 12,792

Top Grant Focus Areas

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

1. Education

2. Human Services

3. Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking Foundations

Funding Over Time

How is funding for Operating Grants for Nonprofits in Vermont changing over time?

Funding has increased by 21.21%.

2022 $506,126,973

2023 $536,743,596
6.05%

2024 $650,601,678
21.21%

Vermont Counties That Receive the Most Funding

How does grant funding vary by county?

Chittenden County, Addison County, and Windsor County receive the most funding.

County Total Grant Funding in 2024
Chittenden County $270,509,906
Addison County $142,078,535
Windsor County $96,067,678
Washington County $87,367,174
Bennington County $60,659,781