Ethel Cushing Gardner Fund Grant

The Ethel Cushing Gardner Fund, established by the Hartford Foundation for Public Giving, provides scholarships for Eastford, Connecticut students with musical talent who are intent on pursuing music studies. This fund, part of a broader scholarship program that has awarded nearly $30 million since 1945, aims to support local students in their post-secondary education endeavors. Typically, 1 to 3 awards are granted each year, making a significant impact on aspiring musicians in the community.

About the Hartford Foundation for Public Giving
Over the years, individuals and families have donated money to the Foundation, creating an endowment. From the endowment, the Foundation makes grants to a broad range of nonprofit organizations in the region.
There are more than 160 funds at the Foundation devoted specifically to scholarships.
About the Scholarship Program
Since 1945, The Hartford Foundation for Public Giving Scholarship Program has awarded nearly $30 million to students attending colleges in Connecticut and across the country.
The Hartford Foundation Scholarship Program helps award hundreds of scholarships each year to local students seeking post-secondary higher education.
These scholarships are for students of Eastford, Connecticut, who have musical talent and have serious intentions of pursuing the study of music.

Eligibility

Selection CriteriaThe student must reside in the town or Eastford and have a serious interest in the study of music