Harriet Poynter Scholarship Grant

Harriet Poynter Scholarship Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: The Community Foundation of Louisville
Amount: US $1,000
Last Updated: January 02, 2026

Summary

Overview

Community Foundation of Louisville Founded in 1984, the Community Foundation of Louisville mobilizes people, networks, and capital to spark meaningful change in and beyond Louisville. Just as our name signifies, here, community comes first. With over $874 million in assets, over 2,200 charitable funds, and collaborations with hundreds of local partners, we connect real investments with relevant causes. The Foundation has addressed and continues to address a wide range of community needs. The key priorities of the Foundation’s mission are to remove barriers to accessing capital and resources and to open opportunities for all. Working with neighbors, changemakers, and community investors, we’re inspiring greater generosity to move us all forward. Scholarships Since 1984, the Community Foundation of Louisville has provided tens of millions of dollars in scholarships to support students with their educational goals. We assist donors in establishing scholarship funds so that a quality education can be available for everyone. Harriet Poynter Scholarship The Harriet Poynter Scholarship was established to provide scholarship assistance to help defray college or university expenses of a graduating senior from Shelby County, KY who is of African American heritage.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. African American Graduating senior from Shelby County, KY Demonstrates academic competence (high scholastic average), and good moral character.