Jay and Diane Zidell Scholarship Grant

Community Foundation for Southwest Washington
The Community Foundation for Southwest Washington is a public charitable organization dedicated to strengthening communities across Southwest Washington by connecting people, resources, and philanthropic goals. The Foundation works to inspire giving, steward charitable funds, and invest in programs and initiatives that address local needs and opportunities. Through donor-advised funds, scholarships, grants, and community partnerships, the Foundation supports education, economic opportunity, health, and quality of life throughout the region. Guided by values of integrity, collaboration, equity, and long-term impact, the Community Foundation for Southwest Washington serves as a trusted partner for donors and nonprofits committed to building resilient and thriving communities.
The Jay and Diane Zidell Scholarship was established to support working individuals seeking to improve their personal and financial circumstances through education. The scholarship is available to residents of Clark County, Washington who are employed at least 10 hours per week while attending an accredited college, university, technical, or career school, with no minimum enrollment requirement. Awards are typically $2,000 and may be renewable for students who continue to meet eligibility criteria and maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5. Graduating high school seniors and graduate students are not eligible for this scholarship.

Eligibility

Be residents of Clark County, WashingtonPlan to register or be currently registered at an accredited college, university, technical or career school. There is no minimum enrollment requirement.Be employed a minimum of 10 hours per week while attending school.