George and Dorothy Knedler Scholarship Fund Grant

The George and Dorothy Knedler Scholarship Fund, established in 1995 by The Pittsburgh Foundation, awards scholarships to graduating high school seniors who are dependents of BNY employees. This initiative honors George and Dorothy Knedler, long-time employees of Mellon. Eligible applicants must reside in Allegheny County, PA, maintain a GPA of at least 2.5, and plan to attend college. This fund continues to support educational opportunities for deserving students in the community.

Pittsburgh Foundation
His founding vision emphasized local stewardship, donor intent, and long-term community impact, creating a flexible philanthropic model that could respond to both immediate challenges and future opportunities. Today, the Foundation continues to honor McKinley’s legacy by strengthening communities through grantmaking, civic leadership, and partnerships that promote equity, opportunity, and quality of life across southwestern Pennsylvania.
The George and Dorothy Knedler Scholarship Fund was established in 1995 at The Pittsburgh Foundation to provide scholarships to graduating high school seniors who are dependents of full-time and part-time benefited BNY employees (formerly known as BNY Mellon). George and Dorothy Knedler were long-time employees at Mellon. George was an employee for 45 years, starting as an 18-year old messenger and advanced throughout the Corporation, retiring as an assistant vice president and operations officer. He also served in the U.S. Army Air Corps in WWII and received the Air Medal and the Purple Heart. A resident of Shaler Township, George died at age 71 on December 14, 1993, eight years after retiring from Mellon.

Eligibility

Attend high school as a graduating senior.Reside in Allegheny County, PA for at least one year prior to date of application.Have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5.Plan to attend a 2- or 4-year college or university.Be dependents of full-time and part-time benefited BNY employees (formerly known as BNY Mellon) whose salary is below the median level as determined by BNY.