Meyer-Kimball Memorial Scholarship Fund Grant

Meyer-Kimball Memorial Scholarship Fund Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Greater Hartford Gives Foundation
Amount: US $3,000
Last Updated: November 24, 2025

Summary

The Meyer-Kimball Memorial Scholarship Fund, established by Harry and Mary Meyer in memory of Mabel Meyer and Alberta Kimball, supports students from the Greater Hartford area pursuing a four-year college degree. Administered by the Hartford Foundation for Public Giving, this fund exemplifies a commitment to education and aims to empower local youth by providing essential financial assistance. Since its inception, the fund has aimed to honor the legacy of lifelong learning and generosity, impacting future generations.

Overview

About the Hartford Foundation for Public Giving Founded in 1925, the Hartford Foundation for Public Giving is the community foundation for Greater Hartford - the City of Hartford and 28 surrounding towns. Over the years, individuals and families have donated money to the Foundation, creating an endowment. From the endowment, the Foundation makes grants to a broad range of nonprofit organizations in the region. There are more than 160 funds at the Foundation devoted specifically to scholarships. About the Scholarship Program Since 1945, The Hartford Foundation for Public Giving Scholarship Program has awarded nearly $30 million to students attending colleges in Connecticut and across the country. The Hartford Foundation Scholarship Program helps award hundreds of scholarships each year to local students seeking post-secondary higher education. Meyer-Kimball Memorial Scholarship Fund Harry and Mary Meyer established this fund in memory of Harry's mother, Mabel Meyer, and her friend, Alberta Kimball. By the example of her life-long love of learning, Mabel taught her children and her students the inestimable value of education and the enjoyment it provides throughout life. By her generosity, Alberta made it possible for Harry and other young people to achieve their educational goals. The Meyers hope this fund will make a similar difference in the lives of other students. Awards are made to students from the Greater Hartford region who are pursuing a four-year college degree. Number of Awards: 1

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Selection CriteriaAre seniors graduating from any public or private high school located in the 29-town Greater Hartford region. Will be enrolled full-time in an accredited four-year liberal arts college. Have demonstrate academic achievement. Have demonstrated financial need. Have extracurricular and community involvement.