Community Foundation for a Greater Richmond Scholarships
Scholarship Sponsored by Community Foundation for a Greater Richmond
More than 70 scholarship openings
Overview
- A variety of scholarships are available to students who live in the Richmond area as well as other locations throughout Virginia.
- Each award was created by a caring individual, family, or organization intent on helping high school students, recent graduates, and adult learners continue their education.
- We distribute in excess of $500,000 each year to support local students pursuing college and other higher-education programs.
- Eligibility requirements and required application materials differ from one scholarship to another. Review the details for each scholarship you are matched with to confirm you meet the criteria before applying.
Who is eligible
- Residents of the Richmond region and other Virginia communities.
- Current high school students, recent high school graduates, and adult learners returning to or continuing their education.
2026 schedule
- January 5, 2026 — Applications open
- March 5, 2026 — Deadline to submit applications and all supporting materials
- Mid-May — Applicants will be notified by mail or email about their application status
- June 6, 2026 — Selected recipients must complete and sign the assigned electronic form(s)
- Early August — Scholarship funds are sent directly to the recipient’s college or institution