Fredericks Family Scholarship Grant

Fredericks Family Scholarship Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Jewish Community Foundation Of San Diego
Amount: Up to US $5,000
Last Updated: October 30, 2025

Summary

The Fredericks Family Scholarship, offered by the Jewish Community Foundation of San Diego, provides vocational training scholarships to individuals seeking pathways to employment. Open to San Diego County residents aged 18 and older, this scholarship supports non-traditional learners who plan to enroll in accredited trade-based education. With a maximum award of $5,000, applicants must demonstrate financial need and explain how their training will enhance employment opportunities.

Overview

The Jewish Community Foundation was established in 1967 by dedicated leaders who envisioned a sustained future for the San Diego Jewish community. During the Foundation’s long and distinguished history, our assets, grants, funds and donor support tools have grown considerably. Jewish Community Foundation San Diego builds flourishing Jewish communities and advances sustainable, just, and vibrant societies in San Diego, Israel, nationally, and around the globe. The Jewish Community Foundation collaborates with individuals and organizations, and leverages philanthropic capital for positive impact. Guided by Jewish values, the Jewish Community Foundation combines donor-driven philanthropy, investing, and education with trusted, personalized service, enabling individuals and organizations to effectively dedicate their resources for maximum benefit in the community. Fredericks Family Scholarship Providing vocational training scholarships to create pathways to employment. The Fredericks Family is committed to taking care of those who have not had the same opportunities or privileges that they have had. They recognize that oftentimes people learn differently, by doing, rather than by following a traditional college path. To be mindful of these different learning styles, the Fredericks Family Scholarship is designed to support students by providing vocational training scholarships for those looking for pathways to employment. Maximum scholarship awards will be $5,000 per applicant per program. Students must begin their program within 12 months of applying for the scholarship.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. You’re the Perfect Candidate if you: Reside in San Diego County.Are age 18 or older.Plan to enroll in trade-based education at an accredited nonprofit college, university, or training institution.Complete the training program within 2 years.Have a gross family income of no more than $80,000 per year.Explain how the training will enhance their employment opportunities.