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James and Linda Ward Memorial Scholarship Fund Grant

Central New York Community Foundation Inc

Funding Amount

Not stated

Deadline

Deadline not published

Grant Type

Foundation

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Other requirements

  • Applicants must have successfully completed a course in physics and will be attending college.

Overview

The James and Linda Ward Memorial Scholarship Fund honors a dedicated physics teacher, Jim Ward, who inspired many students at Henninger High School. Established by his family, this scholarship aims to support students graduating from Henninger or Nottingham High School who have completed a physics course and plan to attend college. By providing financial assistance, it contributes to educational equity and empowers students to pursue their academic dreams.

Scholarship Information
Scholarships are an essential part of the CNYCF’s commitment to advancing equity and shared prosperity throughout our region. Our scholarships help to make continuing education affordable for students, giving them access to new opportunities that can change their lives.
A physics teacher at Henninger High School, Jim Ward was well known among his students and for his love of teaching. Jim’s family established this scholarship in his memory for students graduating from either Henninger or Nottingham High School.
Two scholarships are awarded on alternating years: one award is given to a student graduating from Henninger High School and one award is given to a student graduating from Nottingham High School.

Eligibility

Applicants must have successfully completed a course in physics and will be attending college.

What Central New York Community Foundation Inc actually gave

Source: IRS Form 990, 2025

Grants in 2025
436
Total given
$23.59M
Median grant
$16K
Range
$5,100–$2.46M
  • By dollars: New York 94%, Florida 2%, Pennsylvania <1%. Top recipient cities: Syracuse, NY; Auburn, NY; New York, NY.
  • 39% of grants with a stated purpose were for general or operating support.
  • 46% of recipients were new grantees, not repeat recipients.

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IRS Form 990, 2025. Amounts as reported by the funder. Full 990 history →

Focus Areas & Funding Uses

Fields of Work

  • Education
  • Science teachers

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