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Shainberg Scholarship

CITY LEADERSHIP

Foundation Annual College Prep Grants

Funding Amount

Unknown (increased 25% from prior year)

Deadline

May 1, 2026

23 days left

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

Shainberg Scholarship

Overview: A scholarship program for Choose901 Alumni students pursuing any postsecondary educational path, including college, trade school, or certification programs.

Geographic Scope: Memphis, Tennessee

Focus Areas:

  • Postsecondary education (college, trade school, certification programs)

  • Support for Choose901 Alumni
  • Eligibility:

  • Must be a Choose901 Alumni student

  • Pursuing any postsecondary educational path
  • Background:
    The Shainberg Scholarship was established by the Shainberg Foundation, inspired by the legacy of Herbert Shainberg, a Memphis businessman and department store owner known for his commitment to generosity, fairness, and justice. The Shainberg family increased their total scholarship gifts by 25% for year two of the program.

    What They Fund:

  • Tuition and educational costs for postsecondary education

  • Supports students in completing degrees and certifications
  • Status: Open for year two (2026). Applications are currently being accepted.

    Contact: John Carroll, john@cityleadership.org

    How to Apply

    Application Process

    Deadline: May 1, 2026

    Who Can Apply:

  • Choose901 Alumni students

  • Pursuing any postsecondary path (college, trade school, certification programs)
  • How to Apply:
    Applications are open as of March 2026 through May 1, 2026. Specific application materials and submission process details are not provided in the available content.

    Contact for Details: john@cityleadership.org

    Focus Areas & Funding Uses

    Fields of Work

    college-prep

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