How much funding does N.I.C.K.'S Scholarships provide?

N.I.C.K.'S Scholarships provides $500 - $2,500 per year in funding.

When is the deadline for N.I.C.K.'S Scholarships?

This grant has a rolling deadline or the deadline has not been announced.

N.I.C.K.'S Scholarships

CHIERA FAMILY FOUNDATION INC

Foundation Annual Grants for Cancer Nonprofits Grants for Education

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Funding Amount

$500 - $2,500 per year

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

N.I.C.K.'S Scholarships

Program Name: N.I.C.K.'S Scholarships (Nothing is Impossible for Cancer Kids)

Geographic Scope: Florida (primary focus on South Florida)

Focus Areas:

College scholarships for young cancer survivors

Support for cancer patients who have beaten their disease

Eligibility:

Young adults who have beaten cancer

Individuals impacted by cancer pursuing higher education

Award Amounts: $500 - $2,500 per year

Background:

Established by the Chiera Family Foundation as part of their N.I.C.K.'S initiative

Named in tribute to Nicholas Chiera, the founder's father who passed away from cancer

Over 25 young adults have been supported to achieve their college dreams

Scholarship recipients include students at major Florida universities (University of Miami, University of Florida, Florida State University, Florida Atlantic University, and others)

Some scholarship recipients have gone on to medical school and careers in oncology and social work

What They Fund:

College tuition and education expenses for cancer survivors

Contact Information:

Phone: 954-480-8809 ext. 1020

Email: diane@chierafamilyfoundation.org

Address: 4171 W. Hillsboro Blvd, Suite 11, Coconut Creek, FL 33073

Website: chierafamilyfoundation.org

Organization Status: 501(c)(3) public charity

How to Apply

Application Process

Click the application link on the N.I.C.K.'S Scholarships page
Complete the N.I.C.K.'S Scholarship Application (specific application form linked on website)