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Michael Todd Gavitt Memorial Scholarship Grant

The Community Foundation of Eastern

Funding Amount

Approximately US $500

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Grant Type

Foundation

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Geography

  • For residents of Eastern Connecticut who are in good academic standing, have demonstrated financial need, and are pursuing post-secondary studies in the culinary arts.

Overview

The Michael Todd Gavitt Memorial Scholarship, established by the Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut, honors Mike Gavitt's culinary passion and musical talent. Since 1983, the foundation has awarded over $11.9 million in scholarships to support students in their educational pursuits. This scholarship is specifically for Eastern Connecticut residents in good academic standing who are pursuing studies in culinary arts, with secondary preference for those studying music. The approximate award is $500.

Since 1983, the Community Foundation has awarded over $11.9 million in scholarships from 136 funds established by generous individuals, families, businesses and nonprofits to help area students pursue an education and establish rewarding careers.
Established in memory of Mike Gavitt, who was known to family and friends as somewhat of a culinary genius and was a perfectionist about pairing food and wine. He never stopped learning and trying to improve in all of his pursuits. Mike was also musically gifted. He enjoyed playing guitar and was a bass player in a few bands.

Eligibility

For residents of Eastern Connecticut who are in good academic standing, have demonstrated financial need, and are pursuing post-secondary studies in the culinary arts.

What The Community Foundation of Eastern actually gave

Source: IRS Form 990, 2024

Grants in 2024
223
Total given
$6.8M
Median grant
$16K
Range
$5,417–$398K
  • By dollars: Connecticut 75%, Massachusetts 7%, California 6%. Top recipient cities: New London, CT; Hartford, CT; Norwich, CT.
  • 0% of grants with a stated purpose were for general or operating support.

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IRS Form 990, 2024. Amounts as reported by the funder. Full 990 history →

Focus Areas & Funding Uses

Fields of Work

  • Education
  • Music
  • Arts

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