How much funding does ACF Scholarships (Multiple Named Funds) provide?

ACF Scholarships (Multiple Named Funds) provides Varies by scholarship ($500 - $1,500+) in funding.

When is the deadline for ACF Scholarships (Multiple Named Funds)?

The funder has not published the next deadline; based on past cycles it is expected around February.

How often is ACF Scholarships (Multiple Named Funds) offered?

ACF Scholarships (Multiple Named Funds) has 2 deadlines a year: January 2, February 16. The next deadline is expected February 16, 2027.

ACF Scholarships (Multiple Named Funds)

Alamance Community Foundation

Foundation Annual Grants for Education

Funding Amount

Varies by scholarship ($500 - $1,500+)

Deadline

Expected ~February

Based on past cycles

Grant Type

Foundation

Deadline history & next window

Cycle: Twice a year
Current deadline: February 16, 2027
Tracked since: April 2026

Deadlines each year: January 2 · February 16

From the program guidelines: “January 2 - February 16: Application window open”

Overview

ACF Scholarships Program

The Alamance Community Foundation manages multiple scholarship funds established by donors to support individuals pursuing higher education. Scholarships recognize achievement, assist with education costs, and help build a future generation of educated community leaders.

Geographic Scope: Alamance County, North Carolina and surrounding areas

Available Scholarships:

ACF Community Scholarship Fund
Alamance Pride Scholarship
Alley, Williams, Carmen & King Scholarship ($1,000 first year, $500 renewable for 3 years)
Amy and Dewana Hartley Hope Scholarship
Coach Pete Stout Scholarship
Danny Patton Scholarship
Dr. Charles Kernodle Scholarship
Dr. Dorothy Corbett Yarborough Memorial Scholarship
Eddie and Lin McAteer Scholarship
Edens Family Scholarship
George Heckman Memorial Sportsmanship Scholarship ($1,500 or more)
GRatitude Scholarship
Hank and Helen Ogden Scholarship
Ladd Fuqua Scholarship
Larry M. Lee and Nancy B. Lee Scholarship
Millie Jennings Memorial Scholarship
Steven C. Walker Golf Scholarship
Tommy Spoon Scholarship ($1,000 renewable for 3 years)
Virgie Virginia Sellars Scholarship
Williams High School Memorial Scholarship

Eligibility: Generally high school graduating seniors in Alamance County (specific schools/criteria vary by scholarship)

2026 Application Timeline:

January 2: Applications open
February 16: Last day to start an application
February 18: Applications due
February 24: Recommendations due
February 25 - March 18: Applications reviewed
April 1: Scholarship recipients notified
May-June: Award ceremonies

How to Apply

Application Process

Create an Account - Applicants will create an account in the scholarship portal
Determine Eligibility - Answer preliminary questions to determine which scholarships are a potential match
Complete Applications - Complete applications for all eligible ACF scholarships
Provide Information - Answer questions about yourself and your higher education plans
Submit Supporting Materials - May include:
- Copy of transcript (if requested)
- Letters of recommendation (if applicable)
Note: Some questions are shared across applications to minimize time when applying for multiple scholarships

Timeline

January 2 - February 16: Application window open
February 18: Final submission deadline
February 24: Recommendation deadline
February 25 - March 18: Review period
April 1: Recipients notified

Apply with Grantable Learn more

What Alamance Community Foundation actually gave

Source: IRS Form 990, 2024

Grants in 2024: 32
Total given: $1.91M
Median grant: $20K
Range: $5,018–$706K

By dollars: North Carolina 99%, Vermont <1%, South Carolina <1%. Top recipient cities: Burlington, NC; Graham, NC; Boone, NC.
0% of grants with a stated purpose were for general or operating support.
38% of recipients were new grantees, not repeat recipients.

Example grants

Blessed Sacrament Church · Burlington, NC

Program assistance

$706K
First Presbyterian Church of Burlington · Burlington, NC

Program assistance

$248K
Elon University · Elon, NC

Program assistance

$230K
Helping Partners Inc · Burlington, NC

Program assistance

$100K
Burlington Community Land Trust · Burlington, NC

Program assistance

$65K