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Giving Branch Scholarship Grant

The Giving Branch Foundation

Funding Amount

US $500 - US $5,000

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

Giving Branch Scholarship Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Giving Branch Foundation
Amount: US $500 - US $5,000
Last Updated: August 24, 2025

Summary

The Giving Branch Scholarship, funded by Flat Branch Mortgage, Inc. employees, aims to support working adults in pursuing higher education within the communities served by Flat Branch. This scholarship offers financial assistance ranging from $500 to $5,000, targeting individuals aged 25 and older who meet specific employment, residency, and academic criteria. By investing in education, the Giving Branch Foundation seeks to empower local residents and contribute positively to the community.

Overview

The Giving Branch is 100% funded by the Flat Branch Mortgage, Inc. employees. Our priority from the start was that the funds raised in the area go directly back into the community - a portion to local organizations, a portion to the United Way, and most importantly, the majority to individuals. It can be for anything, from helping with natural disaster recovery to unexpected hospital bills. We want to give back to the communities that have supported us for so long. The Scholarship This scholarship will give financial aid to working adults looking to pursue a higher education in the communities that Flat Branch Home Loans serves. The Giving Branch Scholarship recipient will be awarded between $500 and $5,000.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Individual RequirementsApplicant must be 25 years of age or olderApplicant must provide proof of addressApplicant will complete the Giving Branch Financial Needs AssessmentApplicant must live in one of the areas that Flat Branch has a physical officeEmployment RequirementsApplicant must work a minimum of 20 hours per week on averageApplicant must have been employed consecutively for the past six months at minimumEducation RequirementsMinimum GPA of 2.75 if currently enrolledApplicant must be currently enrolled or planning to enroll in at least three class hours at a post-secondary institution

What The Giving Branch Foundation actually gave

Source: IRS Form 990, 2024

Grants in 2024
8
Total given
$88K
Median grant
$9,735
Range
$5,567–$19K
  • By dollars: Missouri 89%, Georgia 11%. Top recipient cities: Springfield, MO; Saint Louis, MO; Columbia, MO.
  • 0% of grants with a stated purpose were for general or operating support.

Example grants

  • United Way of Greater St Louis Inc · Saint Louis, MO

    Program support

    $19K

  • Heart of Missouri United Way Inc · Columbia, MO

    Program support

    $17K

  • Community Blood Center of the Ozark · Springfield, MO

    Program support

    $13K

  • Operation Hope Inc · Atlanta, GA

    Program support

    $10K

  • United Way of Greater Kansas City · Kansas City, MO

    Program support

    $9,470

IRS Form 990, 2024. Amounts as reported by the funder. Full 990 history →

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Fields of Work

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