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Edie Balser Scholarship Fund

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Funding Amount

$250 maximum per calendar year (25% to 100% scholarships available)

Deadline

Deadline not published

Grant Type

Foundation

Deadline history & next window

Cycle
Annual
Tracked since
April 2026

From the program guidelines: “Application Renewal: Must submit new application annually; effective date is one calendar year from signing date.”

Can we apply?

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Eligible organizations

  • Delaware County resident

Other requirements

  • Age 55 or older
  • Meet income requirements (varies by household size)
  • Single person household: $16,200 or less to $32,400
  • Two person household: $21,900 or less to $43,800

Not eligible / not funded

  • Not eligible: Overnight trips

Overview

Makes SourcePoint programs available to all by providing financial assistance to eligible participants who have modest incomes and face financial barriers to program participation.

Named In Honor Of: Edith "Edie" Balser, a longtime SourcePoint employee and dedicated community volunteer who passed away in August 2019.

Geographic Scope: Delaware County, Ohio

Eligibility:

  • Delaware County resident
  • Age 55 or older
  • Meet income requirements (varies by household size):
    • Single person household: $16,200 or less to $32,400
    • Two person household: $21,900 or less to $43,800

Award Details:

  • Maximum Award: $250 per calendar year
  • Coverage Levels: 25% to 100% scholarships depending on need
  • Eligible Programs: Fitness, arts, education, and social activities
  • Partial Coverage: Day trips and personal training limited to 50% assistance with maximum award of $100 per calendar year
  • Not Eligible: Overnight trips

Program Duration: Scholarships are effective for one calendar year from date of signing. New application must be submitted annually for renewal.

Contact Information:

  • Community Resource Navigator: 740-363-6677
  • SourcePoint: 800 Cheshire Road, Delaware, OH 43015
  • Email: info@MySourcePoint.org

How to Apply

Application Process

Steps:

  1. Complete the Community Programs Scholarship Application form
  2. Provide personal information (name, address, phone, email)
  3. Confirm Delaware County residency and age 55+
  4. Select household size (1 person or 2+ persons)
  5. Select appropriate annual income bracket
  6. Certify that information provided is true and accurate
  7. Submit application

Required Information:

  • Name
  • Address (street, city, state, zip)
  • Phone number
  • Email address
  • Confirmation of Delaware County residency and age 55+
  • Household size
  • Annual household income (from provided income brackets)
  • Certification/consent statement

Application Renewal: Must submit new application annually; effective date is one calendar year from signing date.

What Sourcepoint actually gave

Source: IRS Form 990, 2024

Grants in 2024
19
Total given
$430K
Median grant
$14K
Range
$5,150–$84K
  • By dollars: Ohio 89%, Illinois 11%. Top recipient cities: Delaware, OH; Columbus, OH; Chicago, IL.
  • 0% of grants with a stated purpose were for general or operating support.
  • 68% of recipients were new grantees, not repeat recipients.

Example grants

  • Delaware Speech and Hearing Center · Delaware, OH

    Financial assistance for hearing and speech health services

    $84K

  • Helpline of Delaware & Morrow Counties Inc-Connections · Delaware, OH

    Matches older adults to volunteer opportunities in delaware county

    $50K

  • Alzheimer's Association of Central Ohio · Chicago, IL

    Supportive services for individuals/caregivers living with dementia

    $47K

  • Helpline of Delaware & Morrow Counties Inc-Senior Companion · Delaware, OH

    Provides companionship to individuals lacking social support, are isolated and/or are…

    $41K

  • Grace Clinic · Delaware, OH

    Free medical/health services; denture program

    $35K

IRS Form 990, 2024. Amounts as reported by the funder. Full 990 history →

Focus Areas & Funding Uses

Fields of Work

  • Seniors
  • Wellness

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