How much funding does Howard T. Collins Memorial Scholarship Program provide?

Howard T. Collins Memorial Scholarship Program provides Varies by year; $96,000 total awarded to 35 students in 2020; $100,000 total to 35 students in 2021 in funding.

When is the deadline for Howard T. Collins Memorial Scholarship Program?

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

Howard T. Collins Memorial Scholarship Program

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Funding Amount

Varies by year; $96,000 total awarded to 35 students in 2020; $100,000 total to 35 students in 2021

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

Howard T. Collins Memorial Scholarship Program

Funder: Eden Housing Management, Inc.

Geographic Scope: California (serves Eden Housing residents statewide, from Petaluma to San Ysidro)

Program History: Established in 1993 to honor Howard T. Collins, a former board member known for his passion for justice and work for the underprivileged. As of 2020, the program has awarded nearly 500 scholarships totaling more than $650,000.

Focus Areas:

Educational and academic advancement

Career advancement and vocational goals

Support for higher education pursuits

Eligibility:

Must be a current resident of a property managed by Eden Housing Management, Inc.

Must be enrolled in a course of study

Must be pursuing educational/academic and/or career advancement/vocational goals

Open to residents of all ages

Many recipients are first-generation college students

Award Details:

Individual award amounts vary

Scholarships support attendance at UC schools (Berkeley, Los Angeles, Merced), California State University campuses, USC, and community colleges

Awards aim to provide monetary support for academic and career goals

Impact Statement: Eden Housing notes that investing in residents' higher education dreams benefits families' stability, improves long-term career prospects, and strengthens communities.

Contact Information: Daniela Ogden, 510-935-1022, Daniela.ogden@edenhousing.org