Marjorie A. Rifenburg Scholarship Grant

Marjorie A. Rifenburg Scholarship Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Community Foundations of the Hudson Valley
Amount: Up to US $4,000
Last Updated: January 07, 2026

Summary

Easily learn more about the Marjorie A. The next deadline for this grant is Mon, 15 Mar 2027.

Overview

Community Foundations of the Hudson Valley The Community Foundations of the Hudson Valley (CFHV) is a philanthropic community foundation that empowers individuals, families, businesses, and organizations to fulfill their charitable goals and strengthen communities across Dutchess, Putnam, and Ulster counties in New York. Through the establishment and stewardship of nearly 600 charitable funds totaling over $100 million in assets, CFHV has distributed hundreds of millions in grants and scholarships to address critical needs, including food insecurity, education, senior services, arts and culture, social services, environmental initiatives, and more. The Foundation works with donors to build lasting charitable legacies, offers leadership on community issues, and provides grants and scholarships that create both immediate relief and long-term positive impact throughout the Hudson Valley. Marjorie A. Rifenburg Scholarship This scholarship provides financial assistance with college expenses for individuals of Native American, American Indian, First Nation, or Indigenous descent. Eligible applicants include graduating seniors or past graduates of Dutchess County high schools, as well as students currently enrolled in Dutchess County colleges. Scholarship funds may be applied toward tuition at an accredited college, university, or trade school. Awards are one-time, payable directly to the school, with amounts of up to $4,000 and the number of awards varying each year. While the scholarship is not renewable, eligible students may reapply annually for each year of their undergraduate degree program.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. A student of Native American/American Indian/First Nation/Indigenous descentCurrently attending a Dutchess County high school or college