Establish a Scholarship

Empower the Future

Scholarships at the Community Foundation have been established by, and in memory of, donors who value education and believe that the future resides in the promise that these students embody.

Higher education has long been seen as one of the surest paths to increased opportunity. Unfortunately, many people who could benefit the most from a college education are least able to afford it. Scholarship funds can help these students on their path to higher education.

Five individuals posing together at an indoor event in a well-lit room with decorative wall details

Create a Scholarship Fund Today

 

Thanks to the generosity of our donors, the Community Foundation administers more than 80 scholarship funds that awarded more than $8.4M since 1996.

We have the expertise to help you set up a scholarship fund for a customized purpose.  If you are interested in establishing a scholarship fund, please contact Jenna Cuilla at (518) 446-9638 or jcuilla@cfgcr.org to discuss the possibilities.

establish a scholarship fund

We hold scholarships for aspiring artists, engineers, musicians, doctors, teachers, chefs and electricians.

  • Minimum to open a scholarship fund: $30,000

  • Funds are endowed and may be named to honor your family or loved ones

  • Selection committees may help screen candidates

  • Awards are decided based on a competitive process

    These can include academic achievement, extracurricular activities, aspirations and goals, or financial need

  • You can restrict applicants to residents of a particular town, school or academic field