Achievement Beyond Obstacles Scholarship
Funding Amount
Varies
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Grant Type
foundation
Overview
Achievement Beyond Obstacles Scholarship
Funder: Several clubs in Area 8 (Rotary clubs)
Geographic Scope: Area 8 (includes Reno region)
Focus Areas: Students who have overcome significant obstacles
Eligibility: High school graduates who have overcome significant obstacles and are pursuing higher education (college or trade school)
Overview: This scholarship program is sponsored by multiple Rotary clubs in Area 8 and recognizes students who have demonstrated resilience and perseverance despite facing considerable challenges.
What Reno Rotary Foundation actually gave
Source: IRS Form 990-PF, 2025
- Grants in 2025
- 2
- Total given
- $35K
- Median grant
- $17K
- Range
- $15K–$20K
- By dollars: Nevada 100%. Top recipient cities: Reno, NV.
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