Aaron Thomas Gelineau Fund for Educational Opportunity Grant

Aaron Thomas Gelineau Fund for Educational Opportunity Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Boreal Waters Community Foundation
Amount: US $1,400
Last Updated: November 30, 2025

Summary

The Aaron Thomas Gelineau Fund for Educational Opportunity, managed by the Boreal Waters Community Foundation, focuses on supporting Duluth nonprofits that assist underserved youth and families. It aims to promote cradle-to-career success through education, including high school completion and GED support. The fund prioritizes programs that address the opportunity gap and demonstrate a positive impact on youth and families. Funding may cover essential expenses such as transportation and supplies to enhance educational access.

Overview

Boreal Waters Community Foundation Our name honors the boreal forest, an ecosystem known for its resilience, diversity, and deep-rooted connection. For over 40 years, we’ve been committed to this work—originally as the Duluth Superior Area Community Foundation. In 2025, we became Boreal Waters to better reflect the full reach of our region and the growing impact of our mission. Aaron Thomas Gelineau Fund for Educational Opportunity ‍Mission Supports Duluth nonprofits that help underserved youth and families thrive—investing in cradle-to-career success with a focus on education, including high school completion and GED support, and removing barriers through practical, everyday support. Funding Priorities Programs supporting traditionally underserved individuals who may fall within the opportunity gap to finish high school and earn a GED.Nonprofits with a demonstrated track record of directly impacting youth, young adults and families. ‍Other Considerations Funding can be used for expenses such as transportation, supplies, computer equipment, internet services, temporary childcare, emergency expenses, etc. Examples Projects assisting with GED completion Programs promoting wellness and school success for youth and families Mentorship programming with focus on education Career preparation/education After school and summer educational programming

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Nonprofits that help underserved youth and families thrive.Provide services to residents of Duluth, MN