CIRI Foundation: Jump Start Award

Overview

CIRI Foundation

The CIRI Foundation is a private foundation established in 1982 by the ANCSA Corporation Cook Inlet Region, Inc. Board of Directors. Our mission is to foster individual self-development and economic self-sufficiency through education while preserving the rich culture and legacy of Alaska Natives who are original shareholders of CIRI, and their lineal descendants.

As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, TCF is committed to supporting the educational and career aspirations of our Alaska Native beneficiaries by offering scholarships for post-secondary and career technical education. Our primary goal is to encourage the education and career development of Alaska Native beneficiaries through various funding opportunities.

CIRI Foundation: Jump Start Award

Award Details: Up to $2,000 per calendar year

Can be funded at multiple deadlines if the grant cap of $2,000 is not exceeded. Funding covers direct educational expenses and up to $500 per term for personal expenses if other costs are covered.

Eligibility

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

* Direct lineal descendant of a CIRI original shareholder
* Enrolled in a recognized/accredited college, training program, or post-secondary course of study while concurrently enrolled in high school
* Minimum 2.0 GPA