How much funding does Athene Game Changer Scholarship provide?

The listing does not state a funding amount. Check the funder's announcement for specifics.

When is the deadline for Athene Game Changer Scholarship?

The funder has not published a deadline for this grant.

Who is eligible for Athene Game Changer Scholarship?

Eligible applicants: Individuals. Geography: Iowa.

How often is Athene Game Changer Scholarship offered?

Athene Game Changer Scholarship runs on an annual cycle.

Athene Game Changer Scholarship

Athene Charitable Foundation

Foundation Annual Grants for Education

Funding Amount

Not stated

Deadline

Deadline not published

Grant Type

Foundation

Deadline history & next window

Cycle: Annual
Tracked since: September 2026

From the program guidelines: “Apply via the Athene Game Changer Scholarship page (athene.com/scholarship) during the annual cycle.”

Can we apply?

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Eligible organizations

Individuals

Geography

Iowa

Overview

The Athene Game Changer Scholarship (funded through the Athene Charitable Foundation) provides 40 scholarships each year to Iowa residents who plan to attend college/university in Iowa; recipients may reapply for up to four years; selection is based on academics, leadership, activities, work experience and goals. Over $600,000 awarded since 2021.

How to Apply

Apply via the Athene Game Changer Scholarship page (athene.com/scholarship) during the annual cycle.

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What Athene Charitable Foundation actually gave

Source: IRS Form 990-PF, 2024

Grants in 2024: 49
Total given: $3.9M
Median grant: $5,000
Range: $500–$1.34M

90% of its 2024 grant dollars went to recipients in Iowa, where this grant's project is located.
By dollars: Iowa 90%, Pennsylvania 5%, Michigan 3%. Top recipient cities: Des Moines, IA; Johnston, IA; West Des Moines, IA.
0% of grants with a stated purpose were for general or operating support.
29% of recipients were new grantees, not repeat recipients.

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