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Howard T. Collins Memorial Scholarship Program

Eden Development Inc

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Funding Amount

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

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

Howard T. Collins Memorial Scholarship Program

Program Overview:
The Howard T. Collins Memorial Scholarship Program awards scholarships to Eden Housing residents pursuing educational and/or career advancement goals.

Background:
The scholarship program was created to honor Howard T. Collins, a former dedicated member of the Eden Housing Board of Directors who believed in education and opportunity for all. The program has been in existence since 1993 and is now in its 28th+ year (as of 2020).

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

  • Applicants of all ages welcome (residents from high school through adult learners)

  • Many recipients are first-generation college students

    • Geographic Scope:

  • Eden Housing properties throughout California (from Petaluma to San Ysidro)

  • Recipients attend various institutions including UC Berkeley, UCLA, UC Merced, USC, Cal State universities, and community colleges

    • Focus Areas:

  • All fields of study supported (examples include: Social Work, Health & Human Services, Nursing, Radiologic Technology, Cinema/Television/Radio, Sociology, Animal Science, and more)

    • Award History:

  • Since inception in 1993: Nearly 500 scholarships awarded totaling over $650,000

  • 2018: 52 scholarships awarded

  • 2020: 35 scholarships awarded totaling $96,000

  • 2021: 35 scholarships awarded totaling $100,000

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

    Organization:

  • Eden Housing is a non-profit with over 50 years of experience in affordable housing

  • Website: edenhousing.org

    • How to Apply

    Application Information

    Online Application:

  • Applications are accepted ONLINE (as of 2021, for the first time in program history)

    • Required Materials:
    Applications must include narratives and personal stories demonstrating:

  • Educational and/or career advancement goals

  • Personal circumstances and background

  • How the scholarship will support their academic journey

  • Commitment to giving back to their community

    • Application Focus:
    The selection process emphasizes:

  • Personal stories and testimonials

  • Academic goals and aspirations

  • Community involvement and desire to give back

  • Financial need (stories reflect financial hardship and need for support)

    • Note: Specific detailed application instructions, required forms, narrative questions, and submission deadlines are not fully detailed in the provided materials. Contact Eden Housing for complete application procedures.

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    What Eden Development Inc actually gave

    Source: IRS Form 990-PF, 2024

    Grants in 2024
    1
    Total given
    $900K
    Median grant
    $900K
    • By dollars: California 100%. Top recipient cities: Hayward, CA.

    Example grants

    • San Rafael Senior LP · Hayward, CA

      Support of exempt purpose

      $900K

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

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    Fields of Work

    educationcollege-prep

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