Closed
Last Update: May 18, 2026
Funding available
$ 500 - $ 2,000
Timeline
- Closing date : April 20, 2026
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
This program provides scholarships for college-bound high school students in Northeast Ohio. It supports academic achievement, financial need, community service, and interest in earning a college degree.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Develop workforce skills
- Raise awareness or mobilize a population
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 2,000 $
- Minimum amount : 500 $
Timeline
- Closing date : April 20, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
Location
- Ontario
Legal structures
- All legal structures
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
- Completed scholarship application
- Typed responses to the required questions
- Two teacher recommendation letters
- Copy of acceptance letter from the post-secondary institution or trade school
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- College-bound high school students
- Students in Northeast Ohio
- Applicants planning to attend a two- or four-year college or university
Eligible geographic areas
- Northeast Ohio
Selection criteria
- Academic achievement
- Financial need
- Community service record
How to apply
- Step 1: Complete the application
- Fill out the scholarship application form.
- Include the required cover page with the application.
- Step 2: Gather supporting materials
- Prepare typed responses to all required questions.
- Obtain two teacher recommendation letters.
- Include a copy of your acceptance letter.
- Step 3: Submit by mail
- Mail the application to The Annie L. Dawson Foundation in Cleveland, Ohio.
- Ensure the application is postmarked by the deadline.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by the Scholarship Committee.
- Finalists may be invited for an interview.
- Applicants are contacted if selected as finalists.
Additional information
- Scholarships are awarded annually.
- A one-time payment is made directly to the educational institution.
- The award is not renewable.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the The Dawson Foundation — General Funding Program
What is the The Dawson Foundation — General Funding?
This program provides scholarships for college-bound high school students in Northeast Ohio. It supports academic achievement, financial need, community service, and interest in earning a college degree.
How much funding can be received?
The Dawson Foundation — General Funding Funds up to $2,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the The Dawson Foundation — General Funding program?
To be eligible for the The Dawson Foundation — General Funding program, you must:
Graduating high school student
Lives in Northeast Ohio
Plans college or university studies
Who can I contact for more information about the The Dawson Foundation — General Funding?
You can contact The Dawson Foundation by email at none or by phone at none.
Where is the The Dawson Foundation — General Funding available?
The The Dawson Foundation — General Funding program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the The Dawson Foundation — General Funding a grant, loan, or tax credit?
The Dawson Foundation — General Funding is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the The Dawson Foundation — General Funding?
The Dawson Foundation — General Funding is funded by The Dawson Foundation