ECMC Foundation: Grants & Investments

From ECMC Foundation

Eliminate equity gaps in postsecondary completion by 2040

Type of Support

Overview

The grant program from ECMC Foundation is dedicated to improving postsecondary persistence and degree completion. It welcomes Letters of Inquiry on a rolling basis, emphasizing projects that align with its three strategic priorities. These priorities include removing barriers to postsecondary education, enhancing the capacity of entities within the education system, and transforming the postsecondary ecosystem to foster more significant outcomes. Applicants must demonstrate how their proposed project fits within these strategic goals to be considered for funding.

Eligibility

Organization's Location
USA
Program Location
USA, Puerto Rico
Organization Type
Nonprofit organizations registered as a U.S. 501(c)(3) or a 509(a)(1), (2) or (3)
Government entities
Postsecondary institutions and systems or their affiliated and supporting foundations

Ineligibility

Individuals requesting scholarships
Entities supporting endowment funds, political activities and lobbying, capital campaigns, or fundraising activities
Applications for projects outside the United States
Organizations inconsistent with ECMC Foundation’s mission on diversity, equity, and inclusion
Efforts supporting K-12 students/youth development, including college access and career preparation
Projects serving a limited number of students or primarily seeking scholarship funds
Requests for ongoing program/general operating support
Trainings offering credentials without connection to accredited academic programs
Programs aimed at adult basic education or GED/high school equivalency diploma attainment
Job placement or internship programs not directly connected to postsecondary persistence and degree completion.
not specified

Submission

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