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Administration for Children and Families
Funds local agencies to provide services and activities reducing poverty in communities. Distributed through states to community action agencies and nonprofits serving low-income populations.
American Indian College Fund
The American Indian College Fund is the nation's largest American Indian higher education charity, providing scholarships to Native American students. The fund supports students at tribal colleges and mainstream universities and offers over $8 million in scholarships annually. Awards support students in any field of study, with some scholarships targeting specific majors or career paths.
The American Legion
The American Legion Legacy Scholarship provides financial assistance to children of post-9/11 active duty military personnel killed on active duty or who died as a result of a service-related injury or disease. Scholarships are for full-time undergraduate study at accredited colleges and universities. Awards are based on financial need and may be renewed for up to four years.
AmeriCorps
AmeriCorps members who complete a qualified term of national service earn a Segal Education Award of up to $7,395 to pay tuition and fees or repay qualified student loans at accredited institutions. Full-time members serving one year earn the maximum award, while part-time members earn proportionally smaller amounts. The award must be used within seven years of completing service.
AmeriCorps
Places full-time members with nonprofits and public agencies to build organizational capacity and fight poverty. Host organizations receive member support and a small operational grant.
AMVETS
AMVETS (American Veterans) provides scholarships to veterans, active duty service members, National Guard members, reservists, and their dependents. Scholarships support undergraduate and graduate education at accredited institutions. AMVETS awards over $300,000 in scholarships annually to support the educational needs of those who have served or are serving the nation.
Barry Goldwater Scholarship and Excellence in Education Foundation
The Goldwater Scholarship supports outstanding sophomore and junior undergraduates pursuing research careers in mathematics, natural sciences, or engineering. Awards of up to $7,500 per year cover tuition, fees, books, and room and board. Applicants must be nominated by their institution and demonstrate exceptional research potential and a B+ or higher GPA.
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
CCDF Tribal grants provide child care funding directly to federally recognized Indian tribes and tribal organizations to expand access to affordable, high-quality child care for low-income families on and near tribal lands. Tribes design their own subsidy programs to reflect the cultural and geographic needs of their communities, and may also fund quality improvement activities at tribal child care centers and family child care homes. Approximately 260 tribal entities receive CCDF tribal grants annually.
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
The Social Services Block Grant (SSBG) provides flexible federal funds to states that may be used, among many purposes, to fund child care services and child welfare programs for low-income families. States have wide discretion in how they use SSBG funds and are not required to report expenditure categories, so the availability of SSBG-funded child care subsidies varies considerably by state and locality. Families should contact their state or county social services agency to learn what SSBG-funded child care assistance may be available in their area.
Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation
The Coca-Cola Scholars Program is a merit-based scholarship awarded to 150 graduating high school seniors each year. Recipients receive $20,000 for undergraduate study at any accredited U.S. college or university. Scholars are selected based on leadership, service, and academic achievement, and gain access to a lifelong network of over 6,600 alumni leaders.
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
The Dell Scholars Program recognizes and supports students who have overcome significant obstacles to pursue their education. The program awards $20,000 scholarships plus a laptop, online resources, and ongoing support services. Scholars receive a dedicated support system that includes financial advising, emergency fund access, and a community of fellow Dell Scholars.
Disabled American Veterans Auxiliary
The DAV Auxiliary provides scholarships to children of disabled veterans who are pursuing higher education. The program recognizes the sacrifices made by veterans with service-connected disabilities and helps their children achieve their educational goals. Awards are based on financial need, academic achievement, and community involvement.
Department of Justice
Funds programs to develop and strengthen strategies to combat violence against women. Supports law enforcement, prosecution, courts, and nonprofit victim services.
Department of Labor
Funds programs providing education and job training to at-risk youth while building affordable housing. Participants earn their GED and gain construction and other vocational skills.
Folds of Honor Foundation
Folds of Honor provides educational scholarships to spouses and children of military members who have been killed or disabled while serving in the U.S. Armed Forces. Since 2007, Folds of Honor has awarded over 43,000 scholarships totaling more than $200 million. Scholarships are available for K–12 private school tuition and post-secondary education.