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THE CHILDRENS SCHOLARSHIP FUND

THE CHILDRENS SCHOLARSHIP FUND

New York, NY, US
501(c)3
EIN
13-4002189
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THE CHILDRENS SCHOLARSHIP FUND

New York, NY, US
501(c)3
EIN
13-4002189

Overview

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Est.

1998

Fiscal Year Start

Sep 1

Organization Type

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AI Summary

The Children's Scholarship Fund is a 501(c)3 organization that focuses on grantmaking to support educational initiatives, having disbursed a total of $2.7 million across 17 grantees in 2025. This funder operates on a relationship-based engagement model and does not accept unsolicited proposals; grants are made by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in connecting with The Children's Scholarship Fund can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Mission Statement

The Children's Scholarship Fund (CSF) provides children of low-income families with tuition assistance in grades K-8, and supports expanding educational opportunities for all children.
Total Funding Given

$2.7M

2025
Grantees funded
17
Multi-year grantees
88%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants

17

Median 1st year grant
$112.2K
Median 2nd year grant
$77.5K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
D
Darla M Romfo
Board Member
K
Kathleen Doran
Board Member
M
Matthew Bonanno
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE CHILDRENS SCHOLARSHIP FUND?
No. THE CHILDRENS SCHOLARSHIP FUND does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE CHILDRENS SCHOLARSHIP FUND give?
THE CHILDRENS SCHOLARSHIP FUND primarily gives to organizations located in California, Pennsylvania, and New York. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are THE CHILDRENS SCHOLARSHIP FUND’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE CHILDRENS SCHOLARSHIP FUND fall in the $250 thousand to $500 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $112 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE CHILDRENS SCHOLARSHIP FUND make each year?
In 2025, THE CHILDRENS SCHOLARSHIP FUND awarded about 20 grants, totaling nearly $2.7 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE CHILDRENS SCHOLARSHIP FUND fund recently?
In 2025, THE CHILDRENS SCHOLARSHIP FUND awarded grants to about 20 grantees. Recent grantees include THE BASIC FUND, CHILDREN'S SCHOLARSHIP FUND PHILADELPHIA, and CHILDREN'S SCHOLARSHIP FUND OF OMAHA. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE CHILDRENS SCHOLARSHIP FUND?
THE CHILDRENS SCHOLARSHIP FUND does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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