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BIG Scholarship to Acquire Career Keys (STACK)

Blacks In Government

Funding Amount

Up to $3,000

Deadline

Expected ~March

Based on past cycles

Grant Type

Foundation

Deadline history & next window

Cycle
Annual
Current deadline
March 31, 2027
Tracked since
April 2026

Deadlines typically fall in: March

Source: the cycle recorded on this listing. Confirm dates with the funder.

Can we apply?

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Other requirements

  • Must be a BIG member
  • Tuition and associated costs such as room and board, books, lab fees, travel to the training site, or other training related expenses at an accredited institution

Overview

Purpose: Provide BIG members an opportunity to jumpstart their careers with funds to assist them with receiving additional education and training, and thus becoming more competitive in the workplace.

Eligibility:

  • Must be a BIG member

Eligible Uses:

  • Tuition and associated costs such as room and board, books, lab fees, travel to the training site, or other training related expenses at an accredited institution

What They Don't Fund:

  • Chapter, Regional or National BIG training costs

Geographic Scope: National (BIG members)

Contact Information: Programs & Planning (referenced via bignationalprogramandplanning@bignet.org for MAP inquiries)

How to Apply

Application Process

  1. Download the BIG 2024 STACK Program Application Form
  2. Download and review BIG 2024 STACK Program Guidelines
  3. Submit application by deadline

Required Materials:

  • Completed application form
  • Evidence of accredited institution enrollment or acceptance

Note: The 2024 application season is now closed. Next application deadline is expected to be March 31 (based on historical deadline of March 31, 2023).

What Blacks In Government actually gave

Source: IRS Form 990, 2025

Grants in 2025
1
Total given
$6,250
Median grant
$6,250
  • By dollars: Virginia 100%. Top recipient cities: Alexandria, VA.

Example grants

  • Federal Employee Education and Assistance Fund · Alexandria, VA

    scholarships

    $6,250

IRS Form 990, 2025. Amounts as reported by the funder. Full 990 history →

Focus Areas & Funding Uses

Fields of Work

  • Workforce development

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