Maps Community Foundation Scholarships
Funding Amount
$500 - $3,500
Deadline
Deadline not published
Grant Type
Foundation
Deadline history & next window
- Cycle
- Annual
- Tracked since
- April 2026
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Eligible organizations
- High school seniors from Marion and Polk Counties
- Eligible school districts include: Salem-Keizer, North Santiam, Silver Falls, Gervais, Central, St
- Mary Catholic School
- Students of color
- First-generation college students (first in family to attend college)
- Career and technical education students
Other requirements
- Paul, and Regis St
- Designated scholarships for
Overview
Funder: Maps Community Foundation (philanthropic branch of Maps Credit Union)
Geographic Scope: Marion and Polk Counties, Oregon (Mid-Willamette Valley region)
Total Awards: $27,500 distributed in 2022 to 23 students
Eligibility
- High school seniors from Marion and Polk Counties
- Eligible school districts include: Salem-Keizer, North Santiam, Silver Falls, Gervais, Central, St. Paul, and Regis St. Mary Catholic School
- Designated scholarships for:
- Students of color
- First-generation college students (first in family to attend college)
- Career and technical education students
Named Scholarships
- Phil Frey Memorial Scholarship: $3,500
- Gordon Sawser Memorial Scholarship: $3,500
- Both honor former Maps board members
Selection Criteria
Awards recognize students who demonstrate:
- Academic achievements
- Perseverance in face of challenge
- Dedication to community service
- Passion for their career paths
Focus
Supports post-secondary education (college, university, technical training). Foundation's mission focuses on three impact areas: Education, Economic Empowerment, and Vibrant Communities.
Funding Source: Penny-per-swipe program and additional Maps contributions
What Marion and Polk Schools Credit Union actually gave
Source: IRS Form 990, 2024
- Grants in 2024
- 3
- Total given
- $24K
- Median grant
- $7,500
- Range
- $6,647–$10K
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Focus Areas & Funding Uses
Fields of Work
- Education
- Minorities
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