Discover 8,279 grantmaking foundations funding scholarships programs, with combined annual giving of $5.5B. The median grant size for scholarships is $5K.
Foundations
8,279
Total Annual Giving
$5.5B
Total Assets Under Management
$114.1B
Median Grant Size
$5K
States with Funders
53
Total Grants on Record
62,288
Live programs funding scholarships that your nonprofit can apply to now.
From Commonwealth Transfusion Foundation
Who can apply: Accredited institutions of post-secondary higher education in the Commonwealth of Virginia; funds intended to support students enrolled in MLS programs. Organization must align with CTF mission.
From Rollin M Gerstacker Foundation
Who can apply: The Foundation prefers projects with a strong positive impact on communities, broad community reach, and demonstrated initiative, commitment, accountability, and long-term sustainability through local involvement. Applicants must be eligible nonprofits and submit an online application.
From Oregon Community Foundation
Who can apply: Organizations and students in South Douglas County.
From Daisy Marquis Jones Foundation
Who can apply: Only 501(c)(3) organizations are funded. Projects or organizations must be located in Monroe or Yates Counties of New York State and align with the foundation's priorities of self-help, clear planning, measurable outcomes, long-term impact, and collaboration. The foundation does not fund non-501(c)(3) organizations, emergency funding, endowments, local chapters of national health-related organizations, private schools, projects by individuals, religious projects, research, or scholarships.
From Air Zoo Legacy Foundation
Who can apply: Low-income schools, families, and agencies that serve youth ages 4-18 (Pre-K through 12th grade). Scholarship applications must be completed no less than 30 days prior to a scheduled visit.
Who can apply: Teams may apply for up to $10,000 per year; families up to $1,000 per year. Applicants must demonstrate need and provide documentation proving need. For scholarships, organization cannot charge a participation fee of $300 or more. Organization must serve youth (3–18 years old) in the United States and serve high-need communities. For program/team applications provide verification of needs of included kids. Proof of financial hardship required.
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| Foundation | Location | Annual Giving | Total Assets | Median Grant | NTEE | Scope |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| THE ANDREW W MELLON FOUNDATION | NEW YORK, NY | $475.8M | $7.8B | $500K | B82 | National |
| THE ANNENBERG FOUNDATION | CONSHOHOCKEN, PA | $258.7M | $1.5B | $25K | B82 | National |
| JOHN S AND JAMES L KNIGHT FOUNDATION | MIAMI, FL | $198.6M | $2.5B | $107K | B82 | National |
| THE SCHMIDT FAMILY FOUNDATION | PALO ALTO, CA | $195.5M | $2B | $100K | B82 | National |
| DRUCKENMILLER FOUNDATION | NEW YORK, NY | $135.7M | $1.8B | $25K | B82 | Regional |
| Ascendium Education Solutions Inc | MADISON, WI | $117.5M | $222.6M | $89K | B82Z | National |
| Texas A&M University 12th Man Foundation | College Station, TX | $114.6M | $286.2M | $80.7M | B820 | Local |
| INDIAN PAINTBRUSH FOUNDATION | WASHINGTON, DC | $102.9M | $1.9B | $138K | B82I | National |
| EWING MARION KAUFFMAN FOUNDATION | KANSAS CITY, MO | $95M | $2.5B | $82K | B82 | Regional |
| BUSINESS LEADERSHIP ORGANIZED FOR CATHOLIC SCHOOLS | KING OF PRUSSIA, PA | $94.4M | $255.5M | $102K | B82 | Local |
NEW YORK, NY
$475.8M
$7.8B
$500K
CONSHOHOCKEN, PA
$258.7M
$1.5B
$25K
MIAMI, FL
$198.6M
$2.5B
$107K
PALO ALTO, CA
$195.5M
$2B
$100K
NEW YORK, NY
$135.7M
$1.8B
$25K
MADISON, WI
$117.5M
$222.6M
$89K
College Station, TX
$114.6M
$286.2M
$80.7M
WASHINGTON, DC
$102.9M
$1.9B
$138K
KANSAS CITY, MO
$95M
$2.5B
$82K
KING OF PRUSSIA, PA
$94.4M
$255.5M
$102K
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Top 15 states by foundation count
| State | Foundations | Total Annual Giving | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| California | 746 | $704.7M | View all in California | |
| Texas | 707 | $507.6M | View all in Texas | |
| New York | 534 | $982.6M | View all in New York | |
| Illinois | 502 | $135.1M | View all in Illinois | |
| Florida | 497 | $389.1M | View all in Florida | |
| Pennsylvania | 472 | $369.6M | View all in Pennsylvania | |
| Ohio | 337 | $63.9M | View all in Ohio | |
| New Jersey | 313 | $64.3M | View all in New Jersey | |
| Massachusetts | 291 | $73.5M | View all in Massachusetts | |
| Wisconsin | 244 | $197M | View all in Wisconsin | |
| Missouri | 226 | $146.5M | View all in Missouri | |
| Virginia | 204 | $92.6M | View all in Virginia | |
| Iowa | 193 | $30M | View all in Iowa | |
| Michigan | 192 | $170.5M | View all in Michigan | |
| North Carolina | 149 | $66M | View all in North Carolina |
$1.9B in annual giving
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$433.8M in annual giving
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$298.7M in annual giving
$1.2B in annual giving
Median Grant Size
$5K
New Grantee Rate
78%
Accept Unsolicited Proposals
91%
Most Recent Filing Year
2026
The typical Scholarships foundation awards grants of $5K. Approximately 78% of Scholarships foundations actively fund new organizations, and 91% accept unsolicited proposals.
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