Melville Alexander Eberhardt Memorial Fund Grant

Melville Alexander Eberhardt Memorial Fund Grant

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

Summary

The Melville Alexander Eberhardt Memorial Fund, established by The Pittsburgh Foundation, aims to provide scholarship assistance to deserving high school graduates from Pennsylvania. Founded in 1945, The Pittsburgh Foundation promotes community impact, equity, and opportunity through its philanthropic efforts. This fund specifically supports students who demonstrate financial need, maintain a minimum GPA of 3.0, and plan to attend an accredited vocational or academic institution. It is a vital resource for fostering educational advancement in the region.

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. Melville Alexander Eberhardt Memorial Fund The Melville Alexander Eberhardt Memorial Fund was established at The Pittsburgh Foundation to provide scholarship assistance to worthy and deserving high school graduates who are residents of Pennsylvania.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Attend high school as a graduating senior.Reside in Pennsylvania.Demonstrate financial need.Have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0.Plan to attend an accredited vocational or technical trade school OR 2- or 4-year college or university.