How much funding does The Issam and Rima Abbas Endowed Scholarship provide?

The Issam and Rima Abbas Endowed Scholarship provides $1,000 - $2,500 in funding.

When is the deadline for The Issam and Rima Abbas Endowed Scholarship?

The funder has not published a deadline for this grant.

Who is eligible for The Issam and Rima Abbas Endowed Scholarship?

Eligible applicants: Senior high school students at Fordson High School; Exceptionally driven and talented students.

How often is The Issam and Rima Abbas Endowed Scholarship offered?

The Issam and Rima Abbas Endowed Scholarship runs on an annual cycle.

The Issam and Rima Abbas Endowed Scholarship

Arab Community Center for Economic and S

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Funding Amount

$1,000 - $2,500

Deadline

Deadline not published

Grant Type

Foundation

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Cycle: Annual
Tracked since: April 2026

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

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Eligible organizations

Senior high school students at Fordson High School
Exceptionally driven and talented students

Other requirements

Demonstrate commitment to higher education
Wish to make a difference in the world
Must attend an accredited college or university

Overview

Funder: Center for Arab American Philanthropy (CAAP), Abbas Family Red Wagon Fund

Background: Established to honor Issam and Dr. Rima Abbas, who believed deeply in the power of higher education and its ability to shape a brighter and more equitable future. They felt strongly that access to higher education ought to be a right, rather than a privilege. Both were Fordson High School alumni.

Geographic Scope: Dearborn, Michigan - specifically for Fordson High School students

Focus Areas:

Higher education access
Supporting students who wish to make a difference in the world
Commitment to education and equity

Eligibility

Senior high school students at Fordson High School
Exceptionally driven and talented students
Demonstrate commitment to higher education
Wish to make a difference in the world
Must attend an accredited college or university

Award Details

Amount: $1,000-$2,500 per student
Distribution: Funds distributed directly to student's affiliated college or university once enrolled
All colleges and universities must be accredited

How to Apply

Application Process

Deadline: Applications due April 1st at 11:59 pm (annual)
Required Materials:
- Download and review instructions before submitting
- Application form
Submission Format: Online application

Note: Download and review instructions before submitting application. For more information, visit the scholarship page.

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What Arab Community Center for Economic and S actually gave

Source: IRS Form 990, 2025

Grants in 2025: 64
Total given: $2.79M
Median grant: $21K
Range: $5,414–$648K

By dollars: Georgia 24%, New York 21%, Michigan 14%. Top recipient cities: New York, NY; Detroit, MI; Brooklyn, NY.
0% of grants with a stated purpose were for general or operating support.
44% of recipients were new grantees, not repeat recipients.

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