C. Francis Driscoll Citizenship and Public Affairs Scholarship Grant

C. Francis Driscoll Citizenship and Public Affairs Scholarship Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut
Amount: Up to US $500
Last Updated: November 02, 2025

Summary

The C. Francis Driscoll Citizenship and Public Affairs Scholarship, offered by the Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut, supports students from New London, CT, who demonstrate loyalty to their school and community. Candidates should exhibit qualities like perseverance, initiative, leadership, and a commitment to others. This scholarship reflects the Foundation's mission to empower youth and promote social equity, contributing to a more just and inclusive society.

Overview

Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut The Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut (CFECT) was founded in 1983 to serve 42 towns across the eastern region of the state. With an asset base exceeding $120 million and over $100 million awarded in grants and scholarships, the Foundation acts as a philanthropic hub connecting donors to community needs and opportunities. Its mission is to collaborate with partners to put philanthropy into action—addressing the needs, rights, and interests of the people of Eastern Connecticut. Guided by values of equity, social justice, transparency, accountability, and inclusivity, CFECT focuses on four key priorities: empowering youth, advancing basic needs and rights, preserving the environment, and promoting animal welfare. Through grantmaking, advocacy, and collaboration, the Foundation works to eliminate racial and economic disparities, uplift historically marginalized voices, and create lasting, positive change for a more equitable and sustainable future. C. Francis Driscoll Citizenship and Public Affairs Scholarship The scholarship is for students from New London, CT, who have shown loyalty to school and community and possess qualities such as perseverance, initiative, citizenship, leadership, motivation, and concern for others.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website.