About
Triangle Community Foundation connects donors and nonprofits to build a more vibrant community in the Triangle region. Founded in 1983 with an initial gift of $1,000 from Nobel Prize winner Dr. George Hitchings, the Foundation has over 40 years of experience helping people who call the Triangle region home access the resources and opportunity to thrive. The Foundation is an expert in the local philanthropic ecosystem, working with donors to guide their giving to causes and nonprofits that make a positive difference to people who live and work in the Triangle region of North Carolina.
Funding Opportunities
Almac Scholarship
The Almac Scholarship Fund is being created out of a desire to give back to the communities in which Almac employees live and work. The scholarship supports first-year college students with financial need who are in the Triangle region pursuing 4-year degrees at a North Carolina public college or university. The desire of Almac is to provide selected students with career guidance, connection to current employees, and insight into the industry. Payments are made annually for up to 4 years at $12,500 per year, and the student must maintain good academic standing and submit semester reports in order to continue receiving funding. There is a preference for students pursuing majors or careers in STEM fields.
Caroline Laundon Memorial Scholarship
The Caroline Laundon Memorial Scholarship honors Dr. Caroline Laundon, who was a mother of three sons who attended East Chapel Hill High School and a frequent guest lecturer in biology classes where she shared her love of genetics. She was an avid supporter of ECHHS athletics including baseball, soccer, lacrosse, basketball, and cross country teams. This memorial scholarship provides financial support to graduating East Chapel Hill High School athletes as they pursue higher education at their chosen university. The scholarship is administered by East Chapel Hill High School and is made possible through the Caroline Laundon Memorial Fund at Triangle Community Foundation. This is a non-renewable scholarship that can be used towards any need listed under the school's total cost of attendance.
North Carolina Jaycees Outstanding Teenager Scholarship
The Five Outstanding Teenagers awards program accepts applications from Jaycee chapters on behalf of outstanding high school seniors who have recently graduated and are starting college in the award year. The program recognizes students who are well rounded in the areas of scholarship, leadership, and community service. The NC Jaycees will recognize the winners at the Mid-Year Convention in Roxboro. This scholarship may be used towards any need listed under the school's total cost of attendance, and is a non-renewable scholarship. Applicants must be associated with a local Jaycee chapter, though students not currently associated may reach out to a chapter for sponsoring.
Kassel Smit Make A Difference Scholarship
This scholarship fund was created in memory of Kassel Smit whose life was tragically cut short at the age of 16. 'Make a Difference' is what Kassel lived by and exemplified. The Fund is established by his parents, Kevin and Theresa and his brother Kiehl and will support scholarships for Cary High School graduates. The scholarship is awarded to individuals who have Kassel-like character traits, such as creativity, inquisition, sensitivity, generosity, a sense of humor, respect, and love. The scholarship provides $3,000 towards any need listed under the school's total cost of attendance and is a non-renewable scholarship.
Charles Harrison Smith, III Scholarship
The Charles Harrison Smith, III Scholarship is available to graduating seniors from Apex High School who plan to attend a competitive university majoring in Engineering, Business or Math. This scholarship provides $5,500 annually for up to 4 years to support students pursuing degrees in these fields. Students are nominated by teachers at Apex High School rather than applying directly. The scholarship may be used towards any need listed under the school's total cost of attendance. To continue receiving funding each year, students must maintain a 3.0 GPA and submit semester reports. This scholarship represents a significant opportunity for Apex High School students to receive financial support for their higher education in STEM and business fields.
James M. Schooler, Sr Scholarship
The James M. Schooler, Sr Scholarship was created by the Beta Theta Lambda Chapter of the Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity as a scholarship endowment that would encourage young African American men to excel academically and pursue a four-year college degree. This scholarship is available to African American males living in Durham County or Orange County, North Carolina. The scholarship provides $1,000 to support students pursuing education at a four-year public or private college or university. The scholarship is administered through the Triangle Community Foundation and is designed to promote educational achievement among young African American men in the local community.
At a Glance
- Total Funding Opportunities
- 35
- Active Now
- 6
- Source Domain
- trianglecf.org
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