Career & College Preparation Grants provide funding for organizations and programs in this focus area. Sources include federal agencies, state programs, and private foundations. Use the listings below to find current opportunities, eligibility requirements, and deadlines — and apply directly to the funder when you find a fit.
William McCaskey Chapman and Adaline Dinsmore Chapman Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: William McCaskey Chapman & Adaline Dinsmore Chapman Foundation Last Updated: March 24, 2026 Summary The…
Windsor Rotary Student Scholarship Program Funder: Windsor Rotary Community Foundation Award Type: One-time scholarship to graduating seniors Award Amount: $2,000 per student (paid directly to…
WISE Victoria Collins Legacy Fund Scholarship Overview: Scholarships awarded to high school seniors from Girls Inc. of Orange County who are college-bound. The fund honors WISE founder Victoria…
Overview _NOTE: The Foundation will not be considering new organizations for Annual Grants in 2025. If your not-for-profit organization is interested in applying for an Annual Grant, please check…
WMGA Foundation Scholarship Overview: The WMGA Foundation has provided scholarships to support young women pursuing higher education. Since its inception in 2001, over 115 young women have received…
WNC Regional Scholarships Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Community Foundation of Western North Carolina Amount: US $1,000 - US $5,000 Last Updated: December 11, 2025 Summary The WNC Regional…
Women of AT&T (WOA Dallas) Scholarship Program Funder: Women of AT&T Dallas Chapter Partnership: Communities In Schools of the Dallas Region (CISDR) Program Duration: Since 2013 Award Amount: Varies…
Woodward Hines Education Foundation Calling Panther Award Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation For Mississippi Amount: US $5,000 Last Updated: March 14, 2026 Summary The Woodward Hines…
World Kinect Corporation Diversity Scholarship Overview: World Kinect Corporation partners with Big Brothers Big Sisters Lone Star and the National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE) to support and…
WSF Scholars Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Winston-Salem Foundation Last Updated: November 09, 2025 Summary The WSF Scholars program, established by the Winston-Salem Foundation, supports students in…
YCF: David Breaux Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Sacramento Region Community Foundation Amount: US $2,000 Last Updated: January 28, 2026 Summary The David Breaux Memorial…
Yellowstone Alumni Scholarship Program Funder: Yellowstone Boys and Girls Ranch Foundation (funded by multiple generous donors: Kenneth C. Carpenter, Helen Doornbos Hull, Carrol V. Lipp, Lauren P.…
YLS Textbook Scholarship Funder: United Way of Greater Stark County's Young Leaders Society (YLS) Geographic Scope: Stark County, Ohio Focus Area: Education - College textbook costs Award Amount:…
YMCA Antonio Little Award Amount: $1,000 scholarship Geographic Scope: Rockford community, Illinois Eligibility: - Young man of color - Ages 16 to 19 - Demonstrates excellence in leadership -…
YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas Foundation Scholarship Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Ymca Of Metropolitan Dallas Amount: Up to US $40,000 Last Updated: November 12, 2025 Summary The YMCA of…
YMCA Teen Leadership Award Amount: $1,000 scholarship Geographic Scope: Rockford community, Illinois Eligibility: - Young individual (any gender) - Ages 16 to 19 - Exemplifies leadership within the…
Youth Career Pathways Initiative (YCPI) Program Type: Matching grant program for volunteer engagement in youth career development Geographic Scope: Massachusetts Goal: Strengthen and sustain the…
Youth on Course Scholarship Program Overview: Youth on Course awards scholarships to deserving high school graduates who are Youth on Course members pursuing higher education. Key Statistics: - Total…
Youth United Way RFP (Request for Proposal) Status: Launched January 19, 2017 Purpose: Support programs that address racism and/or college and career readiness through youth empowerment and community…
YP HI School Mentor Program Funder: Chamber of Commerce of Hawaii Young Professionals Program Program Type: High school mentorship program Target Participants: High school students (grades 9-12);…