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Gunn Foundation Scholarship
Scholarship support for Gunn graduates entering college
Last Update: May 12, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Open Date : January 6, 2026
- Closing date : March 6, 2026
Location
Canada
Overview
The Gunn Foundation Scholarship supports Gunn graduates entering their first year of college, with funds available up to $125,000 in adjusted gross family income eligibility. It helps cover tuition, fees, books, technology, transportation, and other out-of-pocket college expenses.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Open Date : January 6, 2026
- Closing date : March 6, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Youth (<40)
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Documents Needed
- Unofficial Gunn High School transcript
- FAFSA Submission Summary or SAR showing SAI or EFC
- Federal tax return, including Schedule C and E if applicable
- One recommendation letter from a counselor or teacher
- Free or reduced meal or Cal Grant documents, if applicable
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Gunn students
- Gunn graduates entering their first year of college
Eligible expenses
- Tuition and fees
- Books and education-related technology
- Transportation costs
- Other out-of-pocket college expenses
Eligible geographic areas
- Palo Alto, California
Selection criteria
- Financial eligibility is the primary review factor
- Academic achievement is considered
- Extracurricular activities and responsibilities are considered
- In-person interviews are held for eligible applicants
How to apply
- Step 1: Create a Going Merry account
- Sign up on Going Merry to access the scholarship application.
- Complete your profile to match with the scholarship.
- Step 2: Prepare required documents
- Gather the transcript, FAFSA summary or SAR, tax return, recommendation letter, and any applicable eligibility documents.
- Step 3: Complete and submit the application
- Fill out the application on Going Merry and submit it before the deadline.
- Step 4: Attend the interview if selected
- Eligible applicants are invited to an in-person interview with the Gunn Foundation Board.
- Step 5: Wait for the decision
- Decisions are sent by email after the review process.
Processing and Agreement
- Eligible applicants are interviewed by a member of the Gunn Foundation Board
- Application decisions are sent by email
- Awardees must contact the foundation to receive scholarship funds
- Additional proof of enrollment is required to release remaining funds in the fall
Additional information
- Applications are submitted through Going Merry.
- Eligible students may be interviewed by the Gunn Foundation Board.
- Decisions are sent by email.
- Award funds can be deferred for up to one year if the foundation is notified.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Gunn Foundation Scholarship Program
What is the Gunn Foundation Scholarship?
The Gunn Foundation Scholarship supports Gunn graduates entering their first year of college, with funds available up to $125,000 in adjusted gross family income eligibility. It helps cover tuition, fees, books, technology, transportation, and other out-of-pocket college expenses.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program was March 6, 2026.
Who is eligible for the Gunn Foundation Scholarship program?
To be eligible for the Gunn Foundation Scholarship program, you must:
Gunn students entering college
Family income up to the local median
Financial need is prioritized
Who can I contact for more information about the Gunn Foundation Scholarship?
You can contact The Edmond Gunn Foundation by email at llang@pausd.org or by phone at 650-843-9837.
Where is the Gunn Foundation Scholarship available?
The Gunn Foundation Scholarship program is available across Canada.
Is the Gunn Foundation Scholarship a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Gunn Foundation Scholarship is a Other Support
Who are the financial supporters of the Gunn Foundation Scholarship?
Gunn Foundation Scholarship is funded by The Edmond Gunn Foundation, The Young Family Foundation (YFF)