The Walter S. Kapala Scholarship Trust Grant

The Walter S. Kapala Scholarship Trust Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Greater Hartford Gives Foundation
Amount: US $1,500
Last Updated: November 25, 2025

Summary

The Walter S. Kapala Scholarship Trust, established by the Hartford Foundation for Public Giving, offers financial support to high-achieving students from public high schools in Hartford or West Hartford. Since 1945, the foundation has awarded nearly $30 million in scholarships, assisting local students in pursuing higher education. This scholarship aims to help 1 to 2 deserving students each year who require financial assistance to achieve their academic goals.

Overview

About the Hartford Foundation for Public Giving Founded in 1925, the Hartford Foundation for Public Giving is the community foundation for Greater Hartford - the City of Hartford and 28 surrounding towns. Over the years, individuals and families have donated money to the Foundation, creating an endowment. From the endowment, the Foundation makes grants to a broad range of nonprofit organizations in the region. There are more than 160 funds at the Foundation devoted specifically to scholarships. About the Scholarship Program Since 1945, The Hartford Foundation for Public Giving Scholarship Program has awarded nearly $30 million to students attending colleges in Connecticut and across the country. The Hartford Foundation Scholarship Program helps award hundreds of scholarships each year to local students seeking post-secondary higher education. The Walter S. Kapala Scholarship Trust This scholarship fund was established to support students who have high academic standing, have graduated from a public high school in Hartford or West Hartford, and require financial help to attend college. Number of Awards: 1 - 2

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Selection CriteriaHave graduated from a public high school located in the Connecticut towns of Hartford or West Hartford. Have high academic standing. Require financial assistance to further their education at any college, university, or graduate school.