Joseph H. and Mildred C. McManus Scholarship Grant

Joseph H. and Mildred C. McManus Scholarship Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Community Foundations of the Hudson Valley
Amount: US $1,500
Last Updated: January 06, 2026

Summary

Easily learn more about the Joseph H. and Mildred C. The next deadline for this grant is Tue, 16 Mar 2027.

Overview

Community Foundations of the Hudson Valley Community Foundations of the Hudson Valley (CFHV) empowers individuals, families, businesses, and organizations to fulfill their philanthropic goals through the establishment of charitable funds that support the needs of Dutchess, Putnam and Ulster counties. With over $100 million in assets, CFHV manages nearly 600 charitable funds and has distributed more than $777 million in grants and scholarships since January 2000. We lead initiatives to address urgent community needs such as food insecurity and educational challenges, offering both immediate relief and long-term support. Joseph H. and Mildred C. McManus Scholarship Joseph H. McManus was born in Poughkeepsie in 1900 and graduated from Poughkeepsie High School. Mr. McManus lived in the Poughkeepsie area his entire lifetime until his death in 1988. His wife Mildred Conklin was born in Ulster County in 1902 and married Joseph McManus in 1940. Mrs. McManus died in 1985. Mr. and Mrs. McManus loved young people and it was their wish which was expressed in the Last Will and Testament of Joseph H. McManus to establish a Trust for the residents of their beloved Dutchess County. This scholarship is not necessarily intended for those with the greatest scholastic ability but is intended for those who must apply themselves to prosper or who demonstrate financial need. The scholarship is available to graduating seniors or recent graduates of high schools in Dutchess County. The scholarships shall be applied to tuition costs at accredited colleges or universities for a period not to exceed four (4) years. Type of Award One-time scholarship payable to school. Current High School Graduating seniors or recent graduates of high schools in Dutchess County

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Residents of Dutchess County who are graduating from or have graduated from a Dutchess County High School Have a high school grade point average of at least a “B” or equivalent Demonstrates financial need