Laura Fish-Kelly Scholarship Grant
Funding Amount
Approximately US $1,000
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Grant Type
Foundation
Overview
The Laura Fish-Kelly Scholarship, established by financial advisor Laura Fish-Kelly, supports female students from Windham County pursuing business-related studies at accredited colleges. It is part of the Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut, which has awarded over $11.9 million in scholarships since 1983. This scholarship aims to help students with financial need achieve their educational goals and contribute positively to their communities.
About Our Scholarships
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.
Established by Laura Fish-Kelly, a prominent financial advisor in Windham and Tolland counties.
For female students from Windham County who are pursuing studies in business or a business-related field at an accredited college or university and have financial need
What The Community Foundation of Eastern 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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Focus Areas & Funding Uses
Fields of Work
- Women
- Education
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