Funding Amount

US $2,000

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Grant Type

Foundation

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Eligible organizations

  • Be over the age of 25 with some college, but no degree.
  • Be attending any accredited two- or four-year college or university

Other requirements

  • To be eligible for some of the scholarships you may be required to upload additional supporting documentation (i.e. transcripts).
  • Requirements – Applicants must:Reside in Clark or Floyd county in Indiana.

Overview

The CFSI Education Fund Scholarship, offered by the Community Foundation of Southern Indiana, awards multiple $2,000 non-renewable scholarships to students over 25 who have some college experience but no degree. This program aims to support those returning to complete their post-secondary education, including vocational training. By empowering individuals from Clark and Floyd counties, the scholarship fosters educational advancement and community growth, reflecting the foundation's commitment to enriching lives through learning.

Note: Applicants of the CFSI Education Fund Scholarship will need to apply for this scholarship through the Non-Traditional Student Scholarship Program Application.
Scholarships
Through the generosity of our donors, the Community Foundation of Southern Indiana awards scholarships each year to help students across our region pursue their educational goals.
Our scholarship program includes dozens of funds established by individuals and families who believe in the power of education. These funds support students from diverse backgrounds as they work toward higher education and brighter futures.
As we grow this program, we remain committed to expanding renewable, impactful scholarship opportunities – fostering success, enriching lives, and strengthening our community through learning.
This fund hopes to award multiple $2,000 non-renewable scholarships for students pursuing any form of post-secondary education, including vocational training or certificates, who have started college but never finished and are returning to complete a degree or credential.

Eligibility

To be eligible for some of the scholarships you may be required to upload additional supporting documentation (i.e. transcripts).Requirements – Applicants must:Reside in Clark or Floyd county in IndianaBe over the age of 25 with some college, but no degreeBe attending any accredited two- or four-year college or university

What Community Foundation of Southern Indiana Inc actually gave

Source: IRS Form 990, 2025

Grants in 2025
42
Total given
$5.37M
Median grant
$14K
Range
$5,300–$4.04M
  • By dollars: Indiana 95%, Kentucky 3%, Arizona <1%. Top recipient cities: Jeffersonville, IN; New Albany, IN; Louisville, KY.
  • 0% of grants with a stated purpose were for general or operating support.
  • 36% of recipients were new grantees, not repeat recipients.

Example grants

  • Floyd County Treasurer · New Albany, IN

    To further the exempt purpose of the organization

    $4.04M

  • Community Foundation Partnership Inc · Bedford, IN

    To further the exempt purpose of the organization

    $525K

  • Town of Georgetown · Georgetown, IN

    To further the exempt purpose of the organization

    $155K

  • Family Health Centers of Southern Indiana · Jeffersonville, IN

    To further the exempt purpose of the organization

    $50K

  • Ivy Tech Foundation Inc · Indianapolis, IN

    To further the exempt purpose of the organization

    $48K

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

Focus Areas & Funding Uses

Fields of Work

  • Education
  • Workforce development

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