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John Ostrom Enders II Memorial Scholarship Grant

The Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut Inc

Funding Amount

Approximately US $4,000

Deadline

Deadline not published

Grant Type

Foundation

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Eligible organizations

  • For a graduating senior at East Lyme, New London or Waterford High School who demonstrates a serious and sustained interest in any of the creative arts and a like commitment to the community and volunteer activities.

Overview

The John Ostrom Enders II Memorial Scholarship, established by the Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut, awards $4,000 to graduating seniors from East Lyme, New London, or Waterford High School. This scholarship supports students with a strong commitment to the creative arts and community service. Since 1983, the Foundation has distributed over $11.9 million in scholarships, helping students pursue higher education and rewarding careers.

Since 1983, the Community Foundation has awarded over $11.9 million in scholarships from 136 funds established by generous individuals, families, businesses and nonprofits to help area students pursue an education and establish rewarding careers.
Named for John Ostrom Enders II, a resident and advocate of New London. John was a painter, sculptor, photographer, ceramicist and creative writer, and consistently gave of himself to those in need.
Approximate Award:

  • $4,000Scholarship awards are paid to colleges by August 1.

Eligibility

For a graduating senior at East Lyme, New London or Waterford High School who demonstrates a serious and sustained interest in any of the creative arts and a like commitment to the community and volunteer activities.

What The Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut Inc actually gave

Source: IRS Form 990, 2024

Grants in 2024
223
Total given
$6.8M
Median grant
$16K
Range
$5,417–$398K
  • By dollars: Connecticut 75%, Massachusetts 7%, California 6%. Top recipient cities: New London, CT; Hartford, CT; Norwich, CT.
  • 0% of grants with a stated purpose were for general or operating support.

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    Bn - basic needs & rights

    $398K

  • Safe Futures · New London, CT

    Bndv - promote healthy relationships & address domestic violence

    $308K

  • Access Community Action Agency · Willimantic, CT

    Bn - basic needs & rights

    $226K

  • Save the Sound · New Haven, CT

    Env - environmental

    $181K

  • Fractured Atlas · Hartsdale, NY

    Bnart - arts and culture

    $132K

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

Focus Areas & Funding Uses

Fields of Work

  • Arts
  • Education

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