How much funding does Building the Future Vocational Scholarship Grant provide?

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When is the deadline for Building the Future Vocational Scholarship Grant?

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Building the Future Vocational Scholarship Grant

Legacy Foundation Inc

Foundation Grants for Education Workforce Development Grants

Funding Amount

Not stated

Deadline

Deadline not published

Grant Type

Foundation

Can we apply?

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Eligible organizations

*Legacy requires that students submit a billing statement (for tuition and/or equipment) from the school before awards are paid.

Not eligible / not funded

Not eligible: This scholarship DOES NOT cover:Associate’s degreesBachelor’s degrees.
Not eligible: Room & Board Refunds to students.
Not eligible: Costs already covered by other aid

Overview

About Legacy Foundation
Legacy Foundation is the community foundation for Lake County, Indiana. We connect people, knowledge, and funding to build an equitable, accessible, and inclusive Lake County, now and for generations to come.
Legacy Foundation is supported by a broad base of individuals, families, and businesses connected by the desire to improve Lake County, Indiana. With a growing portfolio of over 400 funds and approximately $124 million in assets, Legacy Foundation is a trusted source for philanthropic giving in the region.
For over 30 years, Legacy Foundation has been empowering people, providing strategic leadership, and impactful philanthropic support to create an equitable Lake County where all people thrive.
Vision Statement
Create an equitable Lake County where all people thrive.
Building the Future Vocational Scholarship Application
The Building the Future Vocational Scholarship supports scholarships for Lake County residents to attend a public or private institution to earn a certificate or vocational/trade school degree with the intent to gain local employment.
AgricultureAutomotive/MechanicalComputer/TechnologyConstructionCosmetology/Esthetician/BarberingCulinary ArtsHealthcare (Medical, Dental & Emergency Services)IT & Business ServicesManufacturing/IndustrialParalegal/Court ReporterReal EstateTransportation/Aviation
Legacy Foundation PAYS awards directly to SCHOOLS, NOT students. Payments will be:
Paid to the school to cover OUTSTANDING tuition costs after all other aid is used (Work One, Pell grant, etc.) AND/ORPaid towards costs for required books and/or equipment for the program.

Eligibility

*Legacy requires that students submit a billing statement (for tuition and/or equipment) from the school before awards are paid.

Ineligibility

This scholarship DOES NOT cover:Associate’s degreesBachelor’s degreesRoom & Board Refunds to studentsCosts already covered by other aid

What Legacy Foundation Inc actually gave

Source: IRS Form 990, 2024

Grants in 2024: 83
Total given: $3.77M
Median grant: $15K
Range: $5,236–$787K

By dollars: Indiana 94%, New Mexico 2%, Florida 1%. Top recipient cities: Gary, IN; Merrillville, IN; Hammond, IN.
0% of grants with a stated purpose were for general or operating support.
28% of recipients were new grantees, not repeat recipients.