Vladimir R. Bakaleinikoff Memorial Fund Grant

The Vladimir R. Bakaleinikoff Memorial Fund, established by The Pittsburgh Foundation, offers scholarships to undergraduate music students entering their senior year. This fund honors Vladimir R. Bakaleinikoff's legacy by supporting students who demonstrate financial need and have a minimum GPA of 2.0. Eligible applicants must be rising juniors or seniors from Allegheny County, PA, pursuing a degree in music, ensuring continued investment in the arts within the community.

Pittsburgh Foundation
His founding vision emphasized local stewardship, donor intent, and long-term community impact, creating a flexible philanthropic model that could respond to both immediate challenges and future opportunities. Today, the Foundation continues to honor McKinley’s legacy by strengthening communities through grantmaking, civic leadership, and partnerships that promote equity, opportunity, and quality of life across southwestern Pennsylvania.
The Vladimir R. Bakaleinikoff Memorial Fund was created at The Pittsburgh Foundation to provide scholarships to undergraduates (juniors, for their senior year) pursing an education in the field of music.

Eligibility

Attend an institution of higher education as a rising undergraduate sophomore, junior or senior student.Graduated from a high school in Allegheny County, PA.Pursue a degree or studies in music.Demonstrate financial need.Have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0.