African American Volkswagen Employees' Scholarship Fund Grant

African American Volkswagen Employees' Scholarship Fund Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Pittsburgh Foundation
Last Updated: February 17, 2026

Summary

The African American Volkswagen Employees' Scholarship Fund, established by The Pittsburgh Foundation, aims to provide scholarships to individuals disproportionately impacted by systemic barriers to education. Founded in 1945, The Pittsburgh Foundation focuses on enhancing community welfare through grants and partnerships. This scholarship specifically targets high school seniors and those pursuing further education, emphasizing financial need and a minimum GPA of 2.5. Preference is given to those affected by educational inequities.

Overview

Pittsburgh Foundation The The Pittsburgh Foundation was founded in 1945 by Charles McKinley, a civic leader who envisioned a permanent charitable institution that could pool resources from individuals, families, and organizations to address the evolving needs of the Pittsburgh region. His founding vision emphasized local stewardship, donor intent, and long-term community impact, creating a flexible philanthropic model that could respond to both immediate challenges and future opportunities. Today, the Foundation continues to honor McKinley’s legacy by strengthening communities through grantmaking, civic leadership, and partnerships that promote equity, opportunity, and quality of life across southwestern Pennsylvania. African American Volkswagen Employees' Scholarship Fund The African American Volkswagen Employees' Scholarship Fund was established at The Pittsburgh Foundation to provide scholarships to persons who have been disproportionately affected by systemic barriers to educational achievement, which shall include but not be limited to, members of the plaintiff class and former employees of Volkswagen of America, New Stanton PA.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Attend high school as a graduating senior or an accredited school beyond the high school level.Demonstrate financial need.Have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5.Plan to attend an accredited vocational or technical trade school OR 2- or 4-year college or university.Preference will be given to applicants who have been disproportionately affected by systemic barriers to educational achievement.