How much funding does George and Gwendolyn Goodin Scholarship Fund provide?

George and Gwendolyn Goodin Scholarship Fund provides $20,000 (total annual distribution) in funding.

When is the deadline for George and Gwendolyn Goodin Scholarship Fund?

This grant has a rolling deadline or the deadline has not been announced.

Who is eligible for George and Gwendolyn Goodin Scholarship Fund?

Eligible applicants: Military veterans who are Napa County residents; Pursuing college or university education.

How often is George and Gwendolyn Goodin Scholarship Fund offered?

George and Gwendolyn Goodin Scholarship Fund runs on an annual cycle. The next deadline is expected December 5, 2026.

George and Gwendolyn Goodin Scholarship Fund

Community Foundation of the Napa Valley

Foundation Annual Grants for Veterans Grants for Education

Funding Amount

$20,000 (total annual distribution)

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Grant Type

Foundation

Deadline history & next window

Cycle: Annual
Next expected: December 5, 2026
Tracked since: April 2026

Deadlines typically fall in: December

From the program guidelines: “Application Portal Opens: December 5 annually”

Can we apply?

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Eligible organizations

Military veterans who are Napa County residents
Pursuing college or university education

Other requirements

Dependents of military veterans who died while in active duty

Overview

Geographic Scope: Napa County, California

Fund Type: Permanent endowment established from the estate of George and Gwendolyn Goodin, longtime residents of Yountville

This scholarship fund provides college and university scholarships to Napa County residents who are military veterans and/or dependents of military veterans who died while in active duty.

Background

George Goodin had a career in the U.S. Army, retiring in 1964 as a chief warrant officer IV
Because of his military experience and their shared devotion to Napa Valley, the Goodins created a permanent scholarship fund

Award Details

First Year Funded: 2013
2013 Awards: 6 veterans received $14,500 total
2014 Available Funds: $20,000
38% Budget Increase: From 2013 to 2014

Eligibility

Military veterans who are Napa County residents
Dependents of military veterans who died while in active duty
Pursuing college or university education

Recent Recipients (2013)

Bobby Aguilar - used funds for EMT/paramedic program supplies
Ryan Joel B. Mintalar - supported transition from military to civilian life
Four other recipients (all attended Napa Valley College)
One recipient was a resident of The Pathway Home program (residential treatment for veterans with PTSD and traumatic brain injuries)

Veteran Population in Napa County

Approximately 11,000 veterans
1,500 with service-connected disabilities
218 veterans enrolled at Napa Valley College

Administration

Volunteer committee comprised of local veterans and professionals who work with veterans
Committee determines guidelines and makes award decisions
Run on an annual basis

Contact Information

Phone: (707) 254-9565
Email: hello@napavalleycf.org
Address: 3299 Claremont Way, Suite 4, Napa, CA 94558
Website: napavalleycf.org
Application Portal Opens: December 5 annually

How to Apply

Visit napavalleycf.org after December 5
Access the scholarship application portal
Complete the application for veterans or qualifying dependents

Additional Information

Contributions to the fund are also accepted
Donors can contribute via the website or by calling 707-254-9565

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What Community Foundation of the Napa Valley actually gave

Source: IRS Form 990, 2025

Grants in 2025: 342
Total given: $5.31M
Median grant: $10K
Range: $250–$300K

By dollars: California 92%, District of Columbia 2%, Maryland 2%. Top recipient cities: Napa, CA; St Helena, CA; San Francisco, CA.
39% of grants with a stated purpose were for general or operating support.
20% of recipients were new grantees, not repeat recipients.

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