Lillian Gorell Scholarship Fund Grant

Lillian Gorell Scholarship Fund Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Pittsburgh Foundation
Last Updated: February 11, 2026

Summary

The Lillian Gorell Scholarship Fund, established by the Pittsburgh Foundation, offers financial support to deserving students, particularly benefiting blind students and those pursuing studies in the arts. Founded in 1945, the Pittsburgh Foundation emphasizes community stewardship and long-term impact through its philanthropic efforts. This scholarship aims to empower students to achieve their educational goals while enhancing the quality of life in southwestern Pennsylvania.

Overview

Pittsburgh Foundation The The Pittsburgh Foundation was founded in 1945 by Charles McKinley, a civic leader who envisioned a permanent charitable institution that could pool resources from individuals, families, and organizations to address the evolving needs of the Pittsburgh region. His founding vision emphasized local stewardship, donor intent, and long-term community impact, creating a flexible philanthropic model that could respond to both immediate challenges and future opportunities. Today, the Foundation continues to honor McKinley’s legacy by strengthening communities through grantmaking, civic leadership, and partnerships that promote equity, opportunity, and quality of life across southwestern Pennsylvania. Lillian Gorell Scholarship Fund The Lillian Gorell Scholarship Fund was created at The Pittsburgh Foundation to provide scholarships for deserving students with preference given to blind students as well as those students wishing to study the Arts.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Attend higher education as an undergraduate or graduate student.Have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0.Be planning to work and hold a career in the United States.Preference will be given to vision impaired students or students with an interest in the arts.