Skye Scholarship Fund Grant

Skye Scholarship Fund Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Community Foundation of Mendocino County Inc.
Last Updated: October 20, 2025

Summary

The Skye Scholarship Fund, established by Valerie and Nick Brownrigg, supports Mendocino County high school graduates who have overcome adversity to pursue higher education. This scholarship aims to empower altruistic students with a GPA between 2.0 and 3.5, demonstrating financial need and a commitment to community involvement. Since 2016, it has been instrumental in helping local youth achieve their educational goals and make a positive impact in the world.

Overview

Community Foundation of Mendocino County The Community Foundation of Mendocino County is a county-wide nonprofit organization that administers permanent charitable funds established through gifts and bequests from individuals, families, businesses, and other organizations. Scholarships The Community Foundation of Mendocino County Scholarship program provides scholarship opportunities for local students to help pursue their educational goals and achieve their higher education dreams. The Community Foundation of Mendocino County provides scholarships for all seven regions of the county, as well as for specific academic and professional goals. Skye Scholarship Fund Created by Valerie and Nick Brownrigg, to support students who have overcome adversity to make their dreams of college come true. Established in 2016, this scholarship is awarded to graduates from Mendocino County high schools who desire to better themselves through higher education, despite personal circumstances that could have limited their opportunities, and who are altruistic and desire to make the world a better place.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Location/School: Countywide GPA Requirements: Weighted between 2.0 -3.5 Financial Need: Yes Requirements: Demonstrate, through the arts, sports, community and school activities, or employment the determination and willingness to work hard in and out of school Special Requirements: Completion of GRIT scale