Marguerite Young Endowment Fund Grant

Marguerite Young Endowment Fund Grant

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

Summary

The Marguerite Young Endowment Fund, established by the Pittsburgh Foundation, aims to provide scholarships for students pursuing theological studies. Founded in 1945, the Foundation honors Charles McKinley's vision of supporting community needs through philanthropy. This fund specifically supports students with a minimum GPA of 2.0 who plan to attend a Protestant seminary as candidates for a Master of Divinity, emphasizing the importance of training faithful Christian ministers.

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. Marguerite Young Endowment Fund The Marguerite Young Endowment Fund was established at The Pittsburgh Foundation to provide scholarships for students who plan to study theology. Marguerite Young was a sincere Christian woman who was a faithful member of her church and an unwavering supporter of theological education for the training of faithful Christian ministers.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Pursue a degree or studies in theology.Have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0.Plan to attend a Protestant seminary as a master of Divinity candidate, preparing for full-time ministry and/or be a seminary intern working at a Protestant Church as a requirement for the degree program.