How much funding does Dave Goldberg Scholars Program provide?

Dave Goldberg Scholars Program provides $60,000 in funding.

When is the deadline for Dave Goldberg Scholars Program?

This grant has a rolling deadline or the deadline has not been announced.

Dave Goldberg Scholars Program

Kipp Foundation

Foundation Annual College Prep Grants

Funding Amount

$60,000

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

Dave Goldberg Scholars Program

Overview: An annual scholarship program honoring the life and legacy of Dave Goldberg by providing exceptional KIPP graduates with financial support and mentorship throughout college.

Geographic Scope: National (KIPP schools across all regions)

Funding Partner: Sandberg Goldberg Bernthal Family Foundation

Award Details:

Financial Support: Stipends for critical expenses outside of tuition and room & board necessary for successful college career

Total Award: Up to $60,000 per scholar

Number of Scholars: Up to 15 KIPP graduates selected annually

Support Provided:

Mentorship from a dedicated Goldberg Mentor providing advice and ongoing support throughout college

Access to Goldberg Connectors network of professionals who help secure summer internships and job opportunities

Invitation to attend annual leadership weekend for professional development, skill building, and networking with other scholars, mentors, and industry influencers

Eligibility:

KIPP high school seniors

Seniors who graduated from a KIPP middle school

Must demonstrate exceptional academic achievement

DACA/Dreamer status applicants encouraged to apply

Status: Active and accepting applications

Application Timeline (2023-24):

October 2, 2023: Application opens for students

October 3, 2023: Application opens for recommenders

October-November: Suggested timeline to review application and request recommendations

November-December: Suggested timeline to draft essays

January 10: Optional Application Support Virtual Workshop

February 2, 2024: Student application deadline (11:59pm PST)

February 5, 2024: Recommendation submission deadline (11:59pm PST)

February-March: Review Committee evaluates applications

By mid-April: Recipients notified

How to Apply

Application Process

Required Materials:
1. Completed application form
2. Two recommendation letters (required)
- Recommenders must be teachers, counselors, mentors, or individuals not related to applicant
- Must speak to applicant's qualifications for scholarship
- Submission deadline: February 5, 2024 (11:59pm PST)
3. Essays (required - specific to each scholarship program)
4. Transcript
5. Resume

Application Support:

Optional virtual workshop available (January 10 for 2023-24 cycle)

Video resources available: "How to Ask for a Letter of Recommendation Over Email" and "How to Write a Scholarship Essay in 7 Tips"

Resume template and sample student resumes provided

Key Dates:

Application Period: October 2, 2023 - February 2, 2024 (11:59pm PST)

Recommendation Period: October 3, 2023 - February 5, 2024 (11:59pm PST)

Results: Notified by mid-April

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Source: IRS Form 990-PF, 2024

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0% of grants with a stated purpose were for general or operating support.
3% of recipients were new grantees, not repeat recipients.

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