How much funding does The Overman Award provide?

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

When is the deadline for The Overman Award?

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

How often is The Overman Award offered?

The Overman Award runs on an annual cycle. The next deadline is expected January 15, 2027.

The Overman Award

Boys' Club of Duluth

Foundation Annual Grants for Youth Programs Grants for Education College Prep Grants

Funding Amount

Not stated

Deadline

Expected ~January

Based on past cycles

Grant Type

Foundation

Deadline history & next window

Cycle: Annual
Current deadline: January 15, 2027
Tracked since: April 2026

Deadlines typically fall in: January

From the program guidelines: “Application deadline: January 15 of each year”

Can we apply?

Check your organization against each line. Taken from the listing; confirm with the funder's guidelines.

Other requirements

Primary: Current and former members of Boys & Girls Clubs of the Northland
Membership requirement: No defined minimum length of membership; applicant must have been actively involved in the Club
GPA requirements: None specified; however, recipients must report grades and finances to continue receiving funds
Income requirements: No specific income level requirements, though financial need is considered during award process

Overview

Background: The Overman Scholarship Fund was established in 1978 to honor the memory of Duluthians Ben Overman and his wife Jeanne Horowitz Overman. Since inception, the fund has provided more than $500,000 in scholarships to more than 130 deserving young men and women.

Eligibility

Primary: Current and former members of Boys & Girls Clubs of the Northland
Membership requirement: No defined minimum length of membership; applicant must have been actively involved in the Club
GPA requirements: None specified; however, recipients must report grades and finances to continue receiving funds
Income requirements: No specific income level requirements, though financial need is considered during award process

Award Details

Award type: Need-based scholarship
Renewable: YES - Recipients in good standing can apply annually as needed
Eligible post-secondary programs: 4-year degrees, vocational or technical programs, 2-year programs, and other post-secondary education
Geographic scope: Serves Boys & Girls Clubs of the Northland members (Minnesota and Wisconsin locations: Duluth, Lincoln Park, Grand Rapids, Greenway, Hibbing, Superior, Gary, New Duluth)

Key Dates

Deadline: January 15 of each year (Note: brochure may state April 1)
Award timing: Funds awarded in August
Interview process: Selected candidates participate in interviews conducted by Overman Scholarship Board of Trustees

Contact

Application submission: info@bgcnorth.org
Initial contact: Contact the Branch Director at your local Club to begin application process

Organization

Status: Fund of Boys & Girls Clubs of the Northland, a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization

How to Apply

Initial contact: Contact the Branch Director at your local Boys & Girls Clubs of the Northland branch to begin the application process
Required materials:
- Scholarship application (download as PDF)
- Financial Statement (provided)
- Letter of Recommendation Form (provided)
- Proof of active Club membership
- Grades/transcript information
Submission process:
- Submit all PDF documents to info@bgcnorth.org
- Application deadline: January 15 of each year
Review and interview:
- Overman Scholarship Board of Trustees reviews applications
- Selected candidates participate in interview process
- Awards announced in August
Renewal (if applicable):
- Recipients in good standing can apply annually
- Use Scholarship Renewal Letter (provided)
- Must report current grades and financial information to continue receiving funds