CIC Scholarship Challenge Grant
Funding Amount
$25,000 (with potential to match up to $50,000 total)
Deadline
September 30, 2026
175 days left
Grant Type
foundation
Overview
CIC Scholarship Challenge Grant
Funder: Council of Independent Colleges (CIC)
Award Amount: $25,000 matching grant with potential to secure up to $50,000 in total scholarships
Geographic Scope: Ohio - for OFIC's 31 member four-year colleges and universities
Program Description:
A matching grant program designed to secure additional scholarship funding for students. For every dollar raised from new gifts or increased gifts, OFIC receives an additional matching dollar through the grant, effectively doubling donor contributions.
Scholarship Eligibility:
Funding Timeline:
Focus Areas:
Addresses critical need for increased scholarship aid, especially for students beyond their first year of college
Contact Information:
How to Apply
How to Participate
1. New or Increased Gifts: Donors and partners should submit new gifts or increases to previous gifts designated specifically for this challenge
2. Grant Submissions: Organizations can submit grants specifically for this matching challenge
3. Matching Process: All funds raised are matched 1:1 through the CIC grant
4. Submission Deadline: All matching funds must be received by September 30, 2026
Required Information
- Funds must be designated as new gifts, increased gifts, or grants (not previously committed funds)
- Gifts/grants must be raised specifically for the CIC Scholarship Challenge
- Funds will support scholarships for second-year and higher students
- Scholarships will benefit students at four-year liberal arts colleges and universities
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