Joseph T. and Naomi Bivens Scholarship Fund Grant

The Joseph T. and Naomi Bivens Scholarship Fund, established by the Manatee Community Foundation, offers scholarships to minority students from underserved communities in Manatee County. Eligible applicants must be U.S. citizens, reside in Manatee County, and have a minimum 3.0 GPA. This fund aims to support students attending accredited vocational, technical, or collegiate institutions, emphasizing the importance of financial need and community service as part of the application process.

For over 25 years, Manatee Community Foundation has partnered with caring donors to grow philanthropy, informed giving, and community impact in Manatee County. Collaborating with nonprofits and diverse community members, we support gains that improve the quality of life in special places and for people and animals. MCF is the trusted steward of charitable legacies and the dependable guide for current giving through donor advised funds.
To provide scholarships for residents in underserved communities of Manatee County attending accredited 2 -4 year vocational, technical or collegiate educational institutions. Open to minority students who are United States citizens and residents of Manatee County.  Applicants must have been accepted into an accredited vocational, technical or collegiate educational institution with a minimum 3.0 grade point average.  Applicants must complete an application in which financial need is demonstrated, and community involvement or service is demonstrated through community service hours.