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Robert B. Taylor Fund Grant

San Antonio Area Foundation

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Funding Amount

Not stated

Deadline

Deadline not published

Grant Type

Foundation

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Eligible organizations

Current High School Senior furthering their education.
Current college student seeking an Associate's Degree or Technical/ Vocational Certificate or Degree.
Adult Learner with a High School Diploma or Equivalent
Require financial assistance to attend school
Continuous enrollment in any accredited U.S. college, university, or technical/vocational school
Preference is given to students attending one of the Alamo College District campuses

Other requirements

Application Criteria:Must be graduating or graduated from a high school in Bexar or surrounding counties (Atascosa, Bandera, Blanco, Comal, Frio, Gillespie, Gonzales, Guadalupe, Karnes, Kendall, Kerr, Medina, and Wilson)Study in a vocational field such as automotive, hospitality, or culinary arts…
Renewable Criteria:Cumulative GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale
Full-time or Part-time enrollment
Major in any type of vocational studies such as automotive, hospitality, or culinary arts or in the field of medicine such as nursing, premed, or physician assistance

Overview

The Robert B. Taylor Fund, managed by the San Antonio Area Foundation, supports students pursuing higher education in vocational fields or those seeking associate degrees. Available to high school seniors, college students, and adult learners, it emphasizes financial need and academic performance, specifically a minimum GPA of 2.5. Preference is given to Black or African American students and those enrolled in Alamo Community Colleges. This fund aims to enhance educational opportunities and community growth.

San Antonio Area Foundation
We contribute through grants and scholarships fueled by you, helping nonprofits further and strengthen their mission, and providing leadership for key community issues.
Since 1964, the Area Foundation has distributed millions in grants and scholarships to educate youth, preserve the environment, protect animals, fund research and provide services that enhance the quality of life for people living in and around San Antonio.
Enrolment Status: Full-time or Part-time
Degree Level: Associate, Bachelor's Degree, Technical/Vocational Certificate or Degree

Eligibility

Who Can Apply:Current High School Senior furthering their educationCurrent college student seeking an Associate's Degree or Technical/ Vocational Certificate or DegreeAdult Learner with a High School Diploma or Equivalent
Application Criteria:Must be graduating or graduated from a high school in Bexar or surrounding counties (Atascosa, Bandera, Blanco, Comal, Frio, Gillespie, Gonzales, Guadalupe, Karnes, Kendall, Kerr, Medina, and Wilson)Study in a vocational field such as automotive, hospitality, or culinary arts or in the field of medicine such as nursing, premed, or physician assistance
Full-time or Part-time enrollment
Major in any type of vocational studies such as automotive, hospitality, or culinary arts or in the field of medicine such as nursing, premed, or physician assistance
Continuous enrollment in any accredited U.S. college, university, or technical/vocational school
Preference is given to students attending one of the Alamo College District campuses

What San Antonio Area Foundation actually gave

Source: IRS Form 990, 2024

Grants in 2024: 379
Total given: $35.42M
Median grant: $25K
Range: $5,081–$3.2M

By dollars: Texas 78%, Florida 9%, District of Columbia 6%. Top recipient cities: San Antonio, TX; Austin, TX; New Braunfels, TX.
28% of recipients were new grantees, not repeat recipients.