Alvah & Doris Veit Foundation Academic Grant

Alvah & Doris Veit Foundation Academic Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Alvah And Doris Veit Foundation
Amount: Approximately US $5,000
Last Updated: March 13, 2026

Summary

The Alvah & Doris Veit Foundation Academic Grant aims to support Camden, NJ high school graduates pursuing engineering degrees. Established in 2011, this charitable foundation awards grants based on proposals, with a median size of $5,000. Eligible applicants must demonstrate academic excellence, financial need, and community involvement. Grant funds can be used for tuition and educational materials, with applications reviewed quarterly. The foundation is dedicated to fostering academic achievement and community improvement among local students.

Overview

The Alvah & Doris Veit Foundation is a New Jersey, Nonprofit corporation functioning as a Charitable Foundation based in Merchantville, NJ. The Foundation was established in 2011 through the generosity of Doris S. Veit formerly of Camden, NJ. The Foundation’s mission is two-fold. First, to provide Academic Grants to graduates of Camden, NJ High Schools who are entering college in pursuit of an Engineering degree. The second purpose is to provide Grants for Christian Evangelical Missions [501- (c)(3)] that are actively sharing the Gospel of Jesus Christ. It is important to note that while the Foundation operates as one non-profit entity, distributions are divided between Academic Grants to individuals and Evangelical Grants to evangelical Christian organizations. Academic Grants The Foundation, a regional, national and international philanthropy is committed to advancing academic excellence among Camden City, NJ graduating seniors who are pursuing a career in Engineering. By providing funds, the Directors of the Foundation seek to encourage Camden’s graduating seniors to retain focus in their academic studies and pursue an education in Engineering with the ultimate goal of improving their society and nation. Meeting quarterly, the Board of Directors awards grants on the basis of proposals describing the specific individuals or projects. Academic grants will be awarded in the month of May. Median grant size for Academics will be $5,000. Grant funds may be used for tuition, resource materials, supplies, equipment, transportation, software, or scholars-in-residence. The majority of grant funds must be spent on materials or educational experiences for students. Grants will fund activities for 12 months from the date of the award. Academic Grants may be reviewed annually for a four year period. Applications are reviewed four times per year, every year.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Requirements: Graduating Senior from any Camden City, NJ High School.Must have attended at least one full year in Camden prior to graduation.Students must be pursuing an education in the field of Engineering.Applicants must present a copy of the letter of acceptance from an accredited College or University with engineering as a majorExcellent academic performanceTwo recommendations from school facultyGood school attendance recordAttend personal interview with a Board MemberMust be a US citizen.Applicants must show academic promise to complete degreeApplicants should have some experience in voluntary participation in community outreach activitiesMust evidence financial need

Ineligibility

Grant funds may not be used to: support after-school, weekend, or summer programs:pay indirect costs, grant administration fees, or salaries;pay stipends to the applicants;support conference fees for more than one person.Other restrictions:Identical applications will not be considered.Grants may not be deferred.