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Webb Scholars Program

Kipp Foundation

Foundation Annual College Prep Grants

Funding Amount

Up to $60,000

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

Webb Scholars Program

Overview: An annual scholarship program awarded to exceptional KIPP seniors who demonstrate academic excellence and commitment to community impact.

Award Details:

  • Number of Scholars: Up to 6 KIPP seniors selected annually

  • Financial Support: Up to $60,000 per scholar for critical expenses
  • Geographic Scope: Northern California (KIPP Northern California Public Schools)

    Eligibility:

  • KIPP high school seniors

  • Demonstrate academic excellence

  • Show commitment to community impact

  • DACA/Dreamer status applicants encouraged to apply
  • Support Provided:

  • Financial stipends for critical expenses outside tuition and room & board

  • Mentorship and support throughout college

  • Professional development and networking opportunities
  • Status: Active and accepting applications

    Application Timeline (2023-24):

  • October 2, 2023: Application opens

  • February 2, 2024: Application deadline (11:59pm PST)

  • February 5, 2024: Recommendation deadline (11:59pm PST)

  • By mid-April: Recipients notified
  • How to Apply

    Application Process

    Required Materials:
    1. Completed application form
    2. Two recommendation letters (required)
    - Recommenders must be teachers, counselors, mentors, or individuals not related to applicant
    - Must speak to applicant's qualifications
    - Submission deadline: February 5, 2024 (11:59pm PST)
    3. Essays (required - specific to Webb program)
    4. Transcript
    5. Resume

    Timeline:

  • Application Period: October 2, 2023 - February 2, 2024 (11:59pm PST)

  • Recommendation Period: October 3, 2023 - February 5, 2024 (11:59pm PST)

  • Notification: By mid-April
  • Application Support Resources:

  • Optional virtual workshop (January 10)

  • Video guides on recommendation letters and essay writing

  • Resume templates and sample resumes provided
  • What Kipp Foundation actually gave

    Source: IRS Form 990-PF, 2024

    Grants in 2024
    29
    Total given
    $35.58M
    Median grant
    $775K
    Range
    $30K–$4.54M
    • By dollars: California 22%, New York 18%, Texas 9%. Top recipient cities: Newark, NJ; Los Angeles, CA; New York, NY.
    • 0% of grants with a stated purpose were for general or operating support.
    • 3% of recipients were new grantees, not repeat recipients.

    Example grants

    • Kipp Southern California Public Schools · Los Angeles, CA

      Academic one kipp initiatives, advocacy and community outreach, postsecondary nudge…

      $4.54M

    • Kipp Nyc Public Schools · New York, NY

      Academic one kipp initiatives, postsecondary collaborative, postsecondary career…

      $3.62M

    • Kipp Northern California Public Schools · Oakland, CA

      Academic one kipp initiatives, principal pipeline & development, executive director…

      $3.24M

    • Kipp Texas Public Schools · Houston, TX

      Academic one kipp initiatives, postsecondary career pathways, student recruitment…

      $3.03M

    • Kipp Capital Region Public Schools (Fka Albany) · Albany, NY

      Academic one kipp initiatives, principal pipeline & development, student recruitment…

      $2.62M

    IRS Form 990-PF, 2024. Amounts as reported by the funder. Full 990 history →

    Focus Areas & Funding Uses

    Fields of Work

    college-prep

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