How much funding does Nathan J. and Virginia H. Friedman Scholarship provide?

The listing does not state a funding amount. Check the funder's announcement for specifics.

When is the deadline for Nathan J. and Virginia H. Friedman Scholarship?

The funder has not published the next deadline; based on past cycles it is expected around March.

Who is eligible for Nathan J. and Virginia H. Friedman Scholarship?

Eligible applicants: College/university undergraduate or graduate students; Students pursuing academic achievement; Students engaged in service/volunteer work.

How often is Nathan J. and Virginia H. Friedman Scholarship offered?

Nathan J. and Virginia H. Friedman Scholarship runs on an annual cycle. The next deadline is expected March 31, 2027.

Nathan J. and Virginia H. Friedman Scholarship

Kessler Family Foundation

Foundation Annual Grants for Education

Funding Amount

Not stated

Deadline

Expected ~March

Based on past cycles

Grant Type

Foundation

Deadline history & next window

Cycle: Annual
Current deadline: March 31, 2027
Tracked since: April 2026

Deadlines typically fall in: March

Source: the cycle recorded on this listing. Confirm dates with the funder.

Can we apply?

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Eligible organizations

College/university undergraduate or graduate students
Students pursuing academic achievement
Students engaged in service/volunteer work

Overview

This scholarship is available through the Federation's College Scholarship program.

Geographic Scope: Bay Area

Eligibility:

College/university undergraduate or graduate students
Students pursuing academic achievement
Students engaged in service/volunteer work

Award Features:

Renewable for multiple years based on continued academic achievement and service
Provides financial support for educational costs

How to Apply

Application Process

Complete the Federation College Scholarship application
Submit by March 31
Up to 15 different scholarships available through single application

Renewal Criteria:

Continued academic achievement
Demonstrated service/volunteer work

Contact: Steve Brown, Senior Director, Gift Planning and Endowments at steveb@sfjcf.org

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What Kessler Family Foundation actually gave

Source: IRS Form 990, 2025

Grants in 2025: 6
Total given: $160K
Median grant: $21K
Range: $10K–$50K

By dollars: California 83%, New York 17%. Top recipient cities: New York, NY; San Francisco, CA; Los Angeles, CA.

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