Funding Amount

Not stated

Deadline

Deadline not published

Grant Type

Foundation

Deadline history & next window

Cycle
Rolling — applications accepted year-round
Tracked since
April 2026

From the program guidelines: “Funding decisions likely made on a rolling basis during the summer season”

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Eligible organizations

  • SMMHS students who receive invitations or acceptances into prestigious programs, competitions, or experiences

Overview

Geographic Scope: Signal Mountain, Tennessee (Signal Mountain Middle/High School students)

Award Type: Financial assistance for student participation in summer enrichment programs

Amount: Not specified; funds allocated based on application and available resources

Overview:
Through a designated fund supported by donor contributions, MEF offers financial assistance to Signal Mountain Middle/High School (SMMHS) students to participate in various academic enrichment programs during the summer. These experiences are designed to develop skills, broaden perspectives, and inspire future leaders.

Eligible Participants:

  • SMMHS students who receive invitations or acceptances into prestigious programs, competitions, or experiences

Supported Programs Include:

  • Governor's School programs (e.g., Governor's School for the Arts)
  • National Young Leaders Conference
  • Boys State
  • Girls State
  • STEM-related competitions and programs
  • Pre-college summer immersion programs (e.g., Wake Forest Pre-college Summer Immersion)
  • TSA (Technology Student Association) competitions and nationals

Covered Costs:

  • Travel and participation fees
  • Program registration costs
  • Hotel accommodations
  • Chaperone costs

Important Notes:

  • This fund is supported by specific donor contributions, not general donations to MEF
  • General donations to MEF are not used for this purpose
  • Funding is provided through an application process
  • Students who receive invitations or acceptances into qualifying programs may apply

How to Apply

Application Process

Applicants must submit an application to MEF to request funding for enrichment program participation.

Key Details:

  • Application must be submitted for programs the student has been invited to or accepted into
  • Applications are reviewed based on availability of funds
  • Funding decisions likely made on a rolling basis during the summer season

Contact for More Information:
info@MEFtoday.org

What Mountain Education Foundation Inc actually gave

Source: IRS Form 990, 2025

Grants in 2025
3
Total given
$618K
Median grant
$168K
Range
$125K–$324K
  • By dollars: Tennessee 100%. Top recipient cities: Signal Mountain, TN.

Example grants

  • HCDE Signal Mountain Middle High School · Signal Mountain, TN

    Education

    $324K

  • HCDE Nolan Elementary School · Signal Mountain, TN

    Education

    $168K

  • HCDE Thrasher Elementary School · Signal Mountain, TN

    Education

    $125K

IRS Form 990, 2025. Amounts as reported by the funder. Full 990 history →

Focus Areas & Funding Uses

Fields of Work

  • Academic enrichment
  • Education
  • Foundation

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