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The Community Foundation for a greater Richmond is pleased to offer over 70 scholarship opportunities for students living in the Richmond region and other Virginia locations. Each scholarship was established by a generous individual, family, or organization with a desire to assist high school students, recent high school graduates, and adult learners to continue their education. We award more than $500,000 in scholarships annually to local students pursuing higher education degrees.

Eligibility and application materials vary by scholarship. Carefully review each scholarship you are matched with to ensure you are eligible before applying.

Our Timeline

January 2, 2024:	Applications open
March 5, 2024, by 5:00 p.m.:	Deadline to submit applications and supporting materials
Mid-May, 2024:	Applicants notified by mail or email about the status of their application(s)
June 6, 2024:	Recipients must sign and complete the electronic form(s) assigned
Early August 2024:	Scholarship money is sent directly to the recipient’s college.

High School - Richmond Region

Explore scholarship opportunities for graduating high school seniors in the Richmond, Virginia region who plan to pursue a postsecondary degree in the next academic year.

High School – Northern Neck & Middle Peninsula

Explore scholarship opportunities for graduating high school seniors in the Northern Neck and Middle Peninsula areas of Virginia who plan to pursue a postsecondary degree in the next academic year.

High School - Other VA Localities

Explore scholarship opportunities for graduating high school seniors in other Virginia localities who plan to pursue a postsecondary degree in the next academic year.

Recent High School Graduate or Adult Learner

Explore scholarship opportunities for recent high school graduates and adult learners in the Richmond region who plan to pursue a postsecondary degree in the next academic year.

Submitting Scholarship applications is easy!

Explore scholarship opportunities

View a listing of all scholarships offered by the Community Foundation by clicking on the header that best describes you - Richmond Region, Northern Neck & Middle Peninsula, Other VA Localities, Recent High School Graduate or Adult Learners

Create an account and take an Eligibility Quiz

Create an account in our online system and then you will be prompted to complete an Eligibility Quiz, which will narrow down the scholarships for which you may be eligible.

Apply

To begin an application in our online system, click the Apply button next to the name of the scholarship(s) to which you have been matched. Once you complete the first application, you can click Copy to copy answers to common questions into other scholarships for which you may be eligible.

Downloadable PDFs

Individual scholarships may require additional forms as part of the completed application. Download by clicking below.

Activities and Awards Form

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Financial Information Form

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Community Foundation for a greater Richmond Scholarship Program?

The Community Foundation administers a variety of scholarship funds for students in the Richmond region, Northern Neck, Middle Peninsula, and other Virginia localities attending post-secondary, technical, and vocational institutions of higher learning.

What are the criteria for your Scholarships?

Each scholarship has different criteria. For example, some are evaluated only on the basis of merit and some consider financial need as a factor. Some focus on student athletes, others support a future field of study, like nursing or business. We encourage you to review the eligibility criteria of all scholarships you are matched with through the Eligibility Quiz in the online system.

When will I be able to apply for a scholarship?

Applications are available in early January with a deadline in early March. Check the website for continued updates for specific dates.

Can I apply for more than one scholarship?

Yes. You may apply for more than one scholarship if you are eligible to do so – that is, if you fit the eligibility criteria for that scholarship.

Can I receive more than one scholarship?

Yes.

Do I need to complete an application all at once?

You can save your information as you go and log back into the online system at anytime to continue working on your application.

What do I do if I submitted an application but need to make a change?

If you have already submitted an application, and it is before the deadline, reach out to scholarships@cfrichmond.org for assistance.

Is there a cost to apply for a scholarship?

There is no charge to apply.

Can I submit a paper application?

No. All applications must be submitted online.

Where can I attend school with these scholarships?

Review the eligibility criteria for each scholarship.

If I change my college choice will it affect my scholarship application?

Maybe. It depends on the eligibility criteria for that scholarship. If you are awarded a scholarship and your college choice changes, let the Community Foundation know right away by emailing scholarships@cfrichmond.org.

Will I receive an acknowledgement of my scholarship application?

Yes. The online system will send you an automatic email acknowledging the receipt of your scholarship application (check your Junk or SPAM folder if you don’t receive an email upon submission). This email does not confirm that your application is complete.

Will the Community Foundation of greater Richmond release any of the personal information that I submit?

All information received is confidential and will only be reviewed by the appropriate scholarship review committee members who agree to maintain confidentiality.

Am I required to repay scholarship money?

No. Scholarships are charitable grants.

How will I know if I have been awarded a scholarship or not?

The Community Foundation will notify all applicants via email or mail in mid-May.

How will I receive my scholarship?

Scholarships are paid directly to the educational institution you will be attending by early August.

"As a scholarship recipient, it was comforting to know that there were other people outside of my family and friends rooting for me to succeed."

-Jessica Smith, Former Scholarship Recipient

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