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Fletcher Family Scholarship Grant

The Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut Inc

Foundation Grants for Education Grants for Minorities

Funding Amount

Not stated

Deadline

Deadline not published

Grant Type

Foundation

Overview

The Fletcher Family Scholarship, established by Dr. Bettye R. Fletcher in 1996, supports graduating high school seniors from various towns in Eastern Connecticut, including East Lyme and Groton. With a focus on strong academic standing, this scholarship considers financial need and prioritizes African American students. Since its inception, the Community Foundation has awarded over $11.9 million from numerous funds to help students pursue education and rewarding careers.

About Our Scholarships
Since 1983, the Community Foundation has awarded over $11.9 million in scholarships from 136 funds established by generous individuals, families, businesses and nonprofits to help area students pursue an education and establish rewarding careers.
Established by Dr. Bettye R. Fletcher in 1996.
For graduating high school seniors from East Lyme, Groton, Ledyard, Lyme, Montville, New London, North Stonington, Old Lyme, Salem, Stonington and Waterford with strong academic standing to pursue any field of study. Financial need is considered.

What The Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut Inc actually gave

Source: IRS Form 990, 2024

Grants in 2024: 223
Total given: $6.8M
Median grant: $16K
Range: $5,417–$398K

By dollars: Connecticut 75%, Massachusetts 7%, California 6%. Top recipient cities: New London, CT; Hartford, CT; Norwich, CT.
0% of grants with a stated purpose were for general or operating support.

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