How much funding does GNCU Scholarship Program provide?

The listing does not state a funding amount. Check the funder's announcement for specifics.

When is the deadline for GNCU Scholarship Program?

The funder has not published the next deadline; based on past cycles it is expected around April.

Who is eligible for GNCU Scholarship Program?

Eligible applicants: Pursuing undergraduate, technical, or trade school education.

How often is GNCU Scholarship Program offered?

GNCU Scholarship Program runs on an annual cycle. The next deadline is expected April 3, 2027.

GNCU Scholarship Program

Greater Nevada Credit Union

Foundation Annual Grants for Education

Funding Amount

Not stated

Deadline

Expected ~April

Based on past cycles

Grant Type

Foundation

Deadline history & next window

Cycle: Annual
Current deadline: April 3, 2027
Tracked since: April 2026

Deadlines typically fall in: April

Source: the cycle recorded on this listing. Confirm dates with the funder.

Can we apply?

Check your organization against each line. Taken from the listing; confirm with the funder's guidelines.

Eligible organizations

Pursuing undergraduate, technical, or trade school education

Other requirements

Must be a GNCU member or member of a GNCU member's immediate family
Selection Process: Applicants will be notified of application status by June 1, 2026.
If additional information is needed, applicant interviews may be required via telephone or in person.

Overview

The Greater Nevada Credit Union Scholarship Program helps students pursue their undergraduate, technical, or trade school education goals.

Geographic Scope: Nevada (members living or working in any of Nevada's 17 counties)

Focus Areas:

Undergraduate education
Technical school education
Trade school education

Program History: Since the program began in 2000, GNCU has proudly awarded $795,500 in scholarships to 511 recipients.

Eligibility:

Must be a GNCU member or member of a GNCU member's immediate family
Pursuing undergraduate, technical, or trade school education

Selection Process: If additional information is needed, applicant interviews may be required via telephone or in person.

Contact Information:

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How to Apply

Application Information

Current Status: The application deadline for the 2026-2027 academic year has passed.

Timeline:

Application deadline: Already passed (as of April 3, 2026)
Notification date: By June 1, 2026
Possible interviews: May be required via telephone or in person if additional information is needed

Next Application Cycle: 2027-2028 academic year (exact deadline not yet announced)

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What Greater Nevada Credit Union actually gave

Source: IRS Form 990, 2024

Grants in 2024: 28
Total given: $525K
Median grant: $10K
Range: $7,500–$176K

By dollars: Nevada 100%. Top recipient cities: Reno, NV; Carson City, NV; Sparks, NV.
0% of grants with a stated purpose were for general or operating support.

Example grants

UNR Foundation · Reno, NV

Programs focused on supporting music programs, food insecurity, financial education,…

$176K
Renown Health Foundation · Reno, NV

Support for the children's hospital

$50K
Northern Nevada Dream Center · Carson City, NV

Program to bring hope and relief to individuals and families in need by providing…

$19K
Renown Regional Medical Center · Reno, NV

Program to make a genuine difference in the health and well-being of the people and…

$19K
The Eddy House · Reno, NV

Program helps homeless teens with food and shelter

$18K