Bradenton Branch AAUW Scholarship Foundation Fund Grant

Bradenton Branch AAUW Scholarship Foundation Fund Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Manatee Community Foundation
Last Updated: January 03, 2026

Summary

The Bradenton Branch AAUW Scholarship Foundation Fund, managed by the Manatee Community Foundation, supports adult students aged 25 and older pursuing education. To qualify, applicants must demonstrate financial need, maintain a minimum GPA of 3.00, and have completed required college credits. This initiative strengthens local community ties and promotes educational advancement, ensuring a brighter future for residents of Manatee and Sarasota counties.

Overview

For over 25 years, Manatee Community Foundation has partnered with caring donors to grow philanthropy, informed giving, and community impact in Manatee County. Collaborating with nonprofits and diverse community members, we support gains that improve the quality of life in special places and for people and animals. MCF is the trusted steward of charitable legacies and the dependable guide for current giving through donor advised funds. Mission and History The mission of Manatee Community Foundation is partnering with our citizens to strengthen and enhance our community through philanthropy, education, and service—now and forever. Bradenton Branch AAUW Scholarship Foundation Fund To qualify for a renewal scholarship, students must be in good standing with a minimum of 3.00 GPA (or 80% average for technical/vocational students).

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. For adult students 25 years of age by December 31st of the year they first apply and:have completed at least 15 hours of college credits or, in the case of a technical school applicant, 450 hours toward a degree, by the application deadline, or who are enrolled or accepted and will enroll in an advanced degree program;have demonstrated financial need;have been a legal resident of Manatee or Sarasota County for at least one year;have a GPA of 3.00 (or 80% for technical/vocational students) or higher; andhave been accepted for enrollment and will attend an accredited college, university or technical college.