What kinds of programs does Delta Research & Educational Foundation support?
Its giving centers on scholastic achievement, public service programs, and research initiatives focused on African American women. Active programs also show support for scholarships, internships, financial literacy, wealth-building, civic engagement, health and wellness, and social justice.
How large are its typical grants?
The foundation’s grant-size distribution is centered at $10,000 for the 25th percentile, $14,000 at the median, and $27,500 at the 75th percentile. Recent grants also include larger chapter-based awards in the $40,000 to $65,000 range.
Does it fund the same organizations more than once?
Yes. Several chapter recipients appear in multiple years, including chapters in San Bernardino-Riverside, Baltimore County, Prince William County, Jacksonville, Montgomery County, and Fredericksburg, which suggests recurring relationships rather than one-time awards.
Can students apply for support?
Yes. The foundation lists scholarship and internship opportunities that accept unsolicited applications, including the Ruby Dee Legacy of Sisterhood Scholarship for the Arts, the Oleta Lawanda Crain Scholarship, the Eula Dean Roby Education Scholarship, and the Stephanie Tubbs Jones Summer Internship.
What is its geographic reach?
The foundation gives regionally across the United States. Maryland leads by grant count, 10% of grants go to recipients in Washington, DC, and recent recipients also appear in California, Virginia, Florida, North Carolina, Texas, Minnesota, New Jersey, Wisconsin, Illinois, Georgia, Arizona, and Indiana.
