How much funding does Baxter Waldman Memorial Scholarship Grant provide?

Baxter Waldman Memorial Scholarship Grant provides US $1,000 - US $10,000 in funding.

When is the deadline for Baxter Waldman Memorial Scholarship Grant?

This grant has a rolling deadline or the deadline has not been announced.

Baxter Waldman Memorial Scholarship Grant

Community Foundation for Nantucket

Foundation Grants for Education

Funding Amount

US $1,000 - US $10,000

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

Baxter Waldman Memorial Scholarship Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Community Foundation for Nantucket
Amount: US $1,000 - US $10,000
Last Updated: January 03, 2026

Summary

The Baxter Waldman Memorial Scholarship, funded by the Community Foundation for Nantucket, honors a driven young man by supporting graduating seniors from Nantucket. With an annual award of $2000, it aims to empower students who exhibit Baxter's qualities of confidence, care, and commitment to their goals. This scholarship encourages individuals who are actively engaged in their communities and schools, promoting teamwork and perseverance. Be Baxter strong!

Overview

Baxter Waldman Memorial Scholarship Baxter was a loyal, confident, caring, and driven young man who had a zest for life and did everything in his power to reach his goals no matter what stood in his way. Through this scholarship we hope to support students with similar qualities who are involved in their school and community as team members, working outside of school, and determined to do what they love. Be Baxter strong. Funding Award amount is $2000 per year.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. The students eligible for assistance are graduating seniors whose primary residence is Nantucket.

What Community Foundation for Nantucket actually gave

Source: IRS Form 990, 2020 — the most recent filing with itemized grants

Grants in 2020: 80
Total given: $4.99M
Median grant: $16K
Range: $5,000–$1.15M

By dollars: Massachusetts 95%, Florida 2%, Vermont <1%. Top recipient cities: Nantucket, MA; North Andover, MA; Hyannis, MA.
0% of grants with a stated purpose were for general or operating support.

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