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african american
Deadline: September 3, 2026
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minority small business
Deadline: September 4, 2026
Amount varies
first generation
Deadline: September 7, 2026
Amount varies
first generation
Deadline: September 7, 2026
Amount varies
immigrant
Deadline: September 8, 2026
Amount varies
african american
Deadline: September 10, 2026
Amount varies
first generation
Deadline: September 10, 2026
Amount varies
women owned business
Deadline: September 11, 2026
Amount varies
african american
Deadline: September 11, 2026
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african american
Deadline: September 11, 2026
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women owned business
Deadline: September 13, 2026
Amount varies
african american
Deadline: September 13, 2026
Amount varies
women owned business
Deadline: September 14, 2026
Amount varies
immigrant
Deadline: September 15, 2026
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underserved community
Deadline: September 8, 2026
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immigrant
Deadline: September 17, 2026
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african american
Deadline: September 18, 2026
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african american
Deadline: September 28, 2026
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minority small business
Deadline: September 30, 2026
Amount varies
women owned business
Deadline: September 30, 2026
Amount varies
first generation
Deadline: October 1, 2026
Amount varies
first generation
Deadline: October 1, 2026
Amount varies
first generation
Deadline: October 9, 2026
$1,000–$2,000
Maryland resident transferring from a Maryland community college to a Maryland nonprofit four-year institution; financial need; SAI no more than $10,000
Deadline: October 15, 2026
Amount varies
first generation
Deadline: October 16, 2026
Amount varies
first generation
Deadline: October 21, 2026
Amount varies
minority small business
Deadline: November 4, 2026
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minority small business
Deadline: November 17, 2026
Amount varies
immigrant
Deadline: December 1, 2026
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first generation
Deadline: January 11, 2027
Amount varies
minority small business
Deadline: April 5, 2027
Amount varies
minority small business
Deadline: April 5, 2027
Amount varies
first generation
Deadline: June 15, 2027
Amount varies
women owned business
Deadline: September 18, 2027
Amount varies
immigrant
Deadline: October 1, 2027
Amount varies
first generation
Deadline: October 4, 2027
Amount varies
women owned business
Deadline: November 15, 2027
Amount varies
first generation
Deadline: January 7, 2028
Amount varies
minority small business
Deadline: April 5, 2029
Amount varies
minority small business
Deadline: April 5, 2029
Amount varies
african american
Deadline: January 1, 2099
$25,000–$1,000,000
Maryland business/startup; standard underwriting; 640+ personal credit typically required; statewide with fund-manager geography rules
Up to $50,000
Business operating at least 2 years; accelerator-graduate preference/requirement; expansion capital focus
Up to $7,395
Eligibility is determined through FAFSA and federal Pell rules; generally for undergraduates with financial need who have not earned certain degrees
Amount varies
underserved community
Deadline: September 1, 2026
View opportunity$1.4 million fund supporting eligible festivals and outdoor special events
Organizers of qualifying events celebrating DC culture, supporting communities and generating economic impact
Deadline: September 1, 2026
Amount varies
underserved community
Deadline: September 1, 2026
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underserved community
Deadline: September 18, 2026
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underserved community
Deadline: September 18, 2026
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underserved community
Deadline: September 18, 2026
View opportunityTiered grants; current guidelines include grants up to and above $75,000 depending on tier/project
Existing qualified Rockville businesses; location/public-benefit and project criteria apply; franchise/chain restrictions per program rules
Deadline: September 30, 2026
Amount varies
underserved community
Deadline: October 1, 2026
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underserved community
Deadline: October 12, 2026
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underserved community
Deadline: October 13, 2026
View opportunity$1,000–$4,000
Maryland resident enrolled in an eligible Maryland institution and degree program tied to an approved workforce shortage field
Deadline: October 15, 2026
Need- and merit-based scholarship; award amount varies
Full-time high school or undergraduate students in DC, Maryland or Virginia; students elsewhere in the U.S. can qualify if parents live and file taxes in the DMV; graduate and international students excluded
Deadline: October 23, 2026
Up to $12,500
DC junior or senior in 2026-27; permanent U.S. resident; parent/guardian legal DC resident; active qualifying elected/appointed leadership role
Deadline: October 27, 2026
Amount varies
underserved community
Deadline: November 16, 2026
View opportunityUp to $3,000
Property improvement used exclusively for qualified day-care services; also available in certain cases to businesses with at least 25 employees
Deadline: April 1, 2027
Funding for eligible job-oriented WDCE career-path courses; limited funding
Must select an eligible career path, meet prerequisites and financial eligibility; non-Maryland resident surcharge is not covered
Deadline: May 14, 2027
Multiple Foundation scholarships; awards continue until funds are exhausted
HCC students with high school diploma/GED/equivalent, satisfactory academic progress, declared aid-eligible major, and enrollment in required credit classes
Deadline: June 30, 2027
Amount varies
underserved community
Deadline: January 1, 2099
View opportunityUp to $750,000
Maryland early-stage technology business meeting economic-disadvantage ownership/management criteria; detailed requirements on current TEDCO page
$100,000–$750,000
Maryland principal place of business; at least one full-time employee; majority of workforce in Maryland; at least 50% of founders demonstrate economic disadvantage
Up to $500,000
Eligible DC-based businesses seeking to acquire and owner-occupy commercial property; intended occupancy at least 7 years
$50,000–$250,000
Technology company serving cybersecurity/national-defense industries; fewer than 100 employees; less than $5M gross revenue
Up to $150,000
Small and underserved Maryland businesses; must show creditworthiness, ability to repay, and difficulty obtaining traditional financing
Up to $150,000
Business signing first commercial office lease or expanding existing lease by at least 500 square feet; qualifying lease generally 36+ months; business must be in good standing
Up to $100,000
Businesses/property owners improving exterior commercial properties in eligible revitalization districts
Up to $100,000
Established high-growth businesses with innovative products expanding markets, increasing sales and creating jobs
$25,000–$50,000
Eligible uses include leasehold improvements, equipment, working capital and human-capital increases for expansion/startup
Up to $3,000
Dependent of eligible NASE member; detailed current scholarship rules apply
Small-business loans; amount/terms depend on underwriting and current program rules
Eligible small businesses in Montgomery County and Maryland under VLT loan-program rules
Small-business financing using Maryland VLT proceeds
Small businesses in targeted areas surrounding Maryland casinos and statewide under 50/50 VLT allocation rules
CPA exam and exam-review support; award varies by program
Eligible CPA candidates under current MACPA Foundation rules; applications accepted after completing each section
Loans, equity and other financing; program includes SSBCI capital
Maryland small businesses; financing can support working capital, equipment, real estate, leasehold improvements and contracts
SSBCI-backed financing through existing lending/equity programs; amount depends on component
Small businesses unable to obtain adequate financing on reasonable terms; component-specific rules apply
Up to $1,000
Business must be at least 51% women-owned, registered in the U.S., and have less than $1 million in gross revenue; focused on under-resourced women including women of color
Up to $4,000
NASE member meeting program requirements; grants support hiring, marketing, equipment, software and other business-growth needs
More than 400 scholarship opportunities through one application
Admitted Montgomery College students; scholarship-specific criteria; many awards consider good academic standing and financial need
Deadline: January 1, 2027
Scholarship amount not stated on application page reviewed
Current Loudoun County resident; application centers African-American or Afro-descendant heritage, community involvement and leadership
Deadline: May 31, 2027
Competitive summer enrichment support; exact program benefit depends on placement
DC students meeting OSSE Scholars academic/program criteria; two-part application process
Deadline: November 6, 2026
Multiple scholarships with varying awards; Fall 2026 scholarship cycle announced as opening soon
Paid NSBE membership; scholarship-specific academic/residency criteria; GPA generally 2.5+
Deadline: February 26, 2027
Multiple academic scholarships; awards vary by fund
Maryland college students pursuing accounting/CPA careers; fund-specific requirements apply
Deadline: February 28, 2027
Up to $10,000
NSBE member; U.S. citizen; specified classifications and majors; 2.0 minimum GPA
Up to $5,000
NSBE member; U.S. citizen; qualifying classification and major; 3.0 minimum GPA
Up to $1,000
NSBE Jr. member/high-school senior; U.S. citizen or permanent resident; 2.5 minimum GPA
Covers barriers such as transportation, childcare, and materials for CTE program activities
FCPS juniors and seniors enrolled in CTE programs who need support completing internships, externships, clinicals or related program requirements
Covers one year of AFP global and DC chapter membership; 22 scholarships available during 2026
Applicants demonstrate financial need and career applicability; volunteer on AFP DC committee; categories include general, young professional, emerging leaders and IDEA
Rolling after priority deadline until exhausted / verify remaining
Amount varies
african american
Newly found / verify cycle
Amount varies
women owned business
Newly found / verify cycle
Up to $2,000
FCPS graduating seniors who demonstrate academic potential, significant adversity, financial need, leadership/mentoring and positive attitude; priority for homelessness, foster care, or limited family support
Recurring / school-administered cycle
Up to $1,500
Graduating FCPS senior who has overcome significant personal obstacles; academic ability, attendance, leadership/mentoring, financial need, school involvement and work/life experience considered
Recurring / external application timing
Up to $1,250
Graduating Patriot or Colgan High School senior with documented IEP accepted to accredited college/university; preference for IT or related technology studies
Recurring / school-administered cycle
Up to $1,000
Maryland resident high-school senior planning to attend an HBCU; scholarship intended to help narrow opportunity gaps affecting African-American students
2026 cycle / current application page
Amount varies
african american
Newly found / verify cycle
Amount varies
first generation
Newly found / verify cycle
Amount varies
Individuals, businesses, initiatives and nonprofits serving Black & Brown DMV communities
Discovered / verify cycle
Full or partial support for economically disadvantaged university students
Program focuses on economically disadvantaged university students in Ethiopia, including women and students with disabilities
Active program / intake details require verification
Amount varies
minority small business
Newly found / verify cycle
Amount varies
minority small business
Newly found / verify cycle
Amount varies
first generation
Newly found / verify cycle
Amount varies
minority small business
Newly found / verify cycle
Amount varies
african american
Newly found / verify cycle
Amount varies
women owned business
Newly found / verify cycle
Amount varies
women owned business
Newly found / verify cycle
Amount varies
minority small business
Newly found / verify cycle
Legal, accounting and financial advisory assistance through approved providers
Designed for very small businesses and businesses owned/controlled by socially and economically disadvantaged individuals applying for qualifying capital programs
Active through partner providers / verify availability
Up to $500
Student athletes
Discovered / verify cycle
View opportunity$5,000–$100,000
Private employers retaining jobs or creating jobs/capital investment in Montgomery County; priority based on economic impact
Program / application timing to verify
Up to $50,000
Fairfax County early-stage, high-growth startups; detailed Cohort 4 criteria and dates to be published
Cohort 4 planned for 2027
Up to $50,000
Business located within or along border of an eligible Great Streets corridor and in good standing with relevant DC/federal agencies
Recurring / verify current cycle
$200–$14,086
Maryland residents; broad postsecondary eligibility including undergraduate, graduate, private career school, and some certificate/license programs
Recurring / local deadline varies
$400–$14,086
Maryland residents; broad postsecondary eligibility including undergraduate, graduate, private career school, and some certificate/license programs
Recurring / local deadline varies
Up to $5,000
NSBE member; Region 4; U.S. citizen; sophomore, junior or senior; Mechanical Engineering; 2.8 minimum GPA
Catalog active / cycle timing through NSBE
Up to $5,000
Legal Northern Virginia resident pursuing postgraduate study/career in physical therapy; academic excellence, leadership, references, citizenship and community involvement considered
Recurring / application timing requires verification
Up to $2,500
Physical Prince George's County location; currently operating; no more than 10 employees excluding owner; minimum 3 years in business
Application portal / current availability needs recheck
$1,000–$2,000
Preference for nontraditional students such as part-time students, full-time workers, delayed enrollment, independent students, parents or GED holders; preference for NOVA students
Recurring / application timing requires verification
Up to $1,500
James Madison High School junior or senior in good standing and member of Swim and Dive team; dedication, attitude and mentorship considered
Recurring / school-administered cycle
Up to $1,500
DC residents who are returning citizens and/or justice-involved, do not hold an active DC basic business license, and are in business concept/ideation stage
2026 intake / verify current capacity
Up to $1,500
Herndon High School senior athlete with varsity participation, no athletic scholarship/grant toward college, strong sportsmanship/teamwork and 2.5+ GPA
Recurring / application timing requires verification
Up to $1,000
Graduating senior of Brentsville District High School planning accredited postsecondary education; creative-writing submission is central to selection
Recurring / school-administered cycle
Up to $550
Healthcare community or healthcare-facility staff; passion for healthcare industry and VSHE mission; need and drive considered
2026 program / verify current application state
Up to $300
South Lakes High School senior enrolled in a qualifying dual-enrollment class
Rolling / verify available funding
Conditional grants, loans and investments; competitive and project-specific
Projects must generally be in Priority Funding Areas and support qualifying economic development initiatives; county resolution requirements may apply
Recurring / project-specific
Startup/expansion funding; amount depends on current round
Eligible new and expanding small businesses in designated Sustainable Communities
Recurring / verify cycle
Amount varies
underserved community
Newly found / verify cycle
View opportunityAmount varies
underserved community
Newly found / verify cycle
View opportunityInstitution-administered award amounts for 2026-27; funding allocations may vary
Special eligibility categories established by Maryland law; exact category and award administration should be checked with institution
2026-27 institutional allocation cycle
Microloans for startups and small businesses; current loan limits and terms should be confirmed with program operator
Designed for startups and small businesses that may not qualify for traditional bank financing; particularly useful for underserved entrepreneurs
Active expansion announced / intake to verify
Annual scholarship; amount not published on page reviewed
FCPS graduating senior who is a Computer Clubhouse member; STEM degree objective; Clubhouse participation; community service; U.S. citizenship/permanent residency documentation
Recurring / school-program cycle
Endowed scholarship for technical/trade training and licensing
Individuals seeking technical or trade training and/or earning a license in those fields
Fund established / application cycle not yet public
Microloans delivered through county partners including Latino Economic Development Center and Life Asset
Start-ups, newly established or growing small businesses and certain nonprofit childcare centers
Active program family
Amount varies
underserved community
Newly found / verify cycle
View opportunityCompetitive R&D funding; amounts vary by agency/program
Small businesses meeting individual federal program requirements
Recurring / verify cycle
Direct loans, microloans, child-care financing, loan support and other programs
Eligibility varies by financing program
Active program family
Up to $2,500
Northern Virginia graduating seniors; financial need; applying to accredited nonprofit 2- or 4-year degree/certification program; STEM preference
Closed / expected annual return
Up to $5,000
Applicant self-defines as a woman; Northern Virginia resident; pursuing STEM; accepted to nonprofit/public postsecondary program; financial need
Closed / expected annual return
$5,000–$20,000
Northern Virginia graduating senior with financial need planning a career in medicine; considers academics, service and dedication to medicine
Closed / expected annual return
Up to $5,000
Preference for Unity Reed High School graduating senior; attending 2- or 4-year college; healthcare intent; financial need
Closed / expected annual return
$5,000–$20,000
Northern Virginia graduating senior with financial need planning a career in education; full-time undergraduate enrollment
Closed / expected annual return
Up to $5,000
First responder, active volunteer first responder, or dependent of a first responder; resident of specified Northern Virginia counties/cities; high-school applicants need 3.5 GPA; financial need and character considered
Closed / expected annual return
Up to $1,500
African-American student residing in Howard County pursuing postsecondary education or training
Closed / expected annual return
Five scholarships covering Bridge Conference registration
AFP DC member in good standing; financial need; conference applicability; one-year committee service commitment
Closed / check spring 2027
$2,000–$4,000
Loudoun resident graduating from Loudoun high school, Riverside emphasis; 3.4+ GPA; community involvement/sports and financial need considered
Closed / expected annual return
$5,000–$20,000
Recent Loudoun County High School graduate; financial need, scholastic ability, and school/community participation considered
Closed / expected annual return
Up to $250
LCPS 8th grader with B average in target subject and C overall seeking enrichment/training in art, music, math or science; financial need may be considered
Closed / expected annual return
Up to $1,000
African-American high-school senior in specified DC/MD/VA counties/cities pursuing engineering, computer science, mathematics, technology or applied science
Closed / expected annual return
Up to $4,000
Graduating senior of Unity Reed High School; enrolling in accredited community college or four-year college; financial need; curiosity and love of learning
Closed / expected annual return
$4,000–$20,000
South Lakes High School graduating senior; attend Northern Virginia Community College or George Mason University; 2.5+ GPA; demonstrate financial need
Closed / expected annual return
$500–$2,500
Loudoun resident and high-school graduate/GED within past four years pursuing vocational trade or apprenticeship; financial need may be considered
Closed / expected annual return
Amount varies
minority small business
Closed / expected annual return
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minority small business
Closed / expected annual return
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minority small business
Closed / expected annual return
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first generation
Closed / expected annual return
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minority small business
Closed / expected annual return
Amount varies
minority small business
Closed / expected annual return
Amount varies
african american
Closed / expected annual return
Amount varies
minority small business
Closed / expected annual return
Amount varies
african american
Closed / expected annual return
Amount varies
african american
Closed / expected annual return
Amount varies
women owned business
Closed / expected annual return
Amount varies
african american
Closed / expected annual return
Amount varies
african american
Closed / expected annual return
$5,000–$20,000
Lewis High School senior demonstrating resilience, financial need and commitment to serving others
Closed / Apply in 2027
Up to $5,000
African-American or Latino/a senior from eligible Arlington schools, Alexandria City HS, Justice HS or Meridian HS; accepted to accredited postsecondary institution; financial need; first-generation preference
Closed / check back Fall 2026
Up to $2,750
Student attending accredited college/university who self-identifies as child of a disabled Booz Allen employee or as a disabled child of an employee; STEM and disability-community impact preferred
Inactive for 2026 / monitor future cycles
Up to $2,000
FCPS senior pursuing community college, trade school or university; focuses on students facing additional barriers such as first-generation, multilingual, economically disadvantaged or disabled students
Closed / Apply in 2027
Award amount varies by number of recipients
Graduating FCPS senior demonstrating leadership, academic achievement and community impact; program especially supports students of African descent
Closed / Apply in 2027
Award supports tuition/books/supplies/program fees; amount not stated on page reviewed
Graduating FCPS senior planning healthcare career through Northern Virginia Community College; financial need and community-service commitment considered
Closed / Apply in 2027
Need-based scholarship; award amount not currently published
Northern Virginia public-school senior attending a Virginia public university or public community college; financial need; preference for students facing significant barriers
Not currently accepting applications
$250–$20,000
MCPS students pursuing post-secondary education; individual awards vary; opportunity-gap/financial-need focus
Closed / expected annual return
Annual county human-services grant funding; amount varies
Eligible Loudoun-serving nonprofits under county human-services grant rules
Closed / FY2027 awards underway
$100–$18,000
Maryland in-state tuition eligibility; full-time degree-seeking undergraduate; need and income requirements; first-time recipients generally under age 26
Closed / award cycle underway
Up to $5,000
Graduating senior of Arlington Public Schools; community service, activities, need and academic achievement considered
Closed / expected annual return
Up to $4,000
Legally dependent children of specified Fairfax/Loudoun law-enforcement officers; priority to children of officers killed in line of duty
Closed / expected annual return
Up to $2,000
Prince William County graduating senior; plans undergraduate degree in education; preference for Haymarket/Gainesville and early-childhood education
Closed / expected annual return
Up to $2,000
Northern Virginia resident pursuing a career in law enforcement or private security; full- or part-time attendance permitted
Closed / expected annual return
Up to $1,000
Carter G. Woodson High School senior participating in drama as actor or technical discipline; plans higher education; passion, leadership and mentorship considered
Closed / expected annual return
Up to $3,000
Current high-school senior attending accredited college/university in 2026-27; DECU member or immediate family/household member of a DECU member; minimum 2.5 GPA
Closed / expected annual return
Multiple STEM scholarships; award amounts vary by named fund
U.S. citizen/permanent resident; MWCOG resident; graduating senior; no full-tuition scholarship; enroll full-time in eligible STEM degree
Closed / expected annual return
County scholarship; current award amount not published on page reviewed
Prince George's County resident in 12th grade accepted to college/university or accredited vocational institution; 2.5+ GPA; extracurriculars and community service
Closed / expected annual return
Multiple grants; FY26 aggregate funding up to $1,000,000, award size varies
Occupy/intend to occupy DC commercial space; at least 5 employees; create at least 5 new jobs over two years; high-growth sectors preferred
Closed / expected recurring cycle
$3,000–$12,000
Legal dependent children age 16-25 of full- or part-time Booz Allen Hamilton employees; enrolled/accepted in U.S. undergraduate degree program; academic and citizenship criteria
Closed / expected annual return
Up to $2,500
APWA Mid-Atlantic member or member dependent enrolled/intending full-time undergraduate or graduate study and primarily residing in Mid-Atlantic chapter area
Closed / expected annual return
Up to $1,000
APWA chapter member working in Mid-Atlantic region and enrolled/intending part- or full-time accredited study; public-works-related coursework preferred
Closed / expected annual return
Up to $2,500
Maryland resident actively enrolled in healthcare-related accredited program pursuing Health Information and Systems Management career; 3.0+ GPA; previous winners ineligible
Closed / expected annual return
Annual scholarship for tourism and hospitality study; current award amount not stated in source reviewed
Graduating Loudoun County resident, including public/private/homeschool students; accepted into accredited institution; studies directly related to tourism/hospitality
Closed / expected annual return
Up to $1,000
Current staff or volunteer of a Loudoun County healthcare nonprofit pursuing continuing education, certification, or a healthcare degree; 3.0 GPA expected for degree students
Closed / expected annual return
Up to $1,000
NOVA student in Horticulture program; Loudoun priority but Prince William, Fairfax, Alexandria and Arlington residents also considered; full- or part-time allowed
Closed / expected annual return
$1,000–$2,500
Recent Loudoun high-school graduate with 3.0+ GPA intending music performance or music education career; choral emphasis preferred
Closed / expected annual return
$1,500–$5,000
Loudoun graduate or recent graduate with 3.0+ GPA pursuing allied health; preference for graduate study related to pediatric oncology
Closed / expected annual return
Up to $6,000
Howard County students; criteria vary by high school, intended major and other donor-specific factors
Closed / expected annual return
Up to $2,000
Member of a Maryland or DC-based credit union, or a credit union affiliated with the MD|DC Credit Union Association; entering freshman through senior year of college or trade school; no postgraduate study
Closed / 2027 cycle expected
Up to $1,000
Five Star FCU member; applicant first submits the CU Foundation MD|DC essay application; full-time college/trade-school criteria apply
Closed / expected annual return
Up to $25,000
Participants in the BizLaunch Transformational Challenge are eligible to compete for the prize
Closed / expected annual return
$500–$2,000
Graduating senior at Park View, Dominion or Potomac Falls High School; community impact, financial information, service and academics considered
Closed / expected annual return
Dozens of scholarships; more than 40 institutional scholarships for returning students
First-time and returning PGCC students; criteria vary by individual scholarship
Closed / expected annual return
Up to $2,000
High-school senior and member of St. Mary of Sorrows Catholic Church; civic/religious activity, academics and development considered
Closed / expected annual return
Up to $5,000
Full-time 2026-27 student at accredited U.S. college; 3.0 GPA; U.S. citizen; MD/DC/PA/VA resident or Tower FCU member/immediate family
Closed / expected annual return
Covers full tuition for eligible Discovery Enrichment Programs
Scholarships available for students receiving free/reduced-price meals and students at Community Eligibility Provision schools
Closed / expected annual return
Up to $1,008
Graduating senior from Maryland or Washington, DC high school enrolling in accredited 2- or 4-year college, university or technical school in fall 2026
Closed / 2026 winners posted
Grant funding for projects that strengthen DC's technology ecosystem
Eligible projects support creation, incubation, acceleration, relocation or growth of DC technology companies
Closed / expected annual or successor cycle
$500–$1,000
USPS FCU member age 17-23; high-school senior or college student
Closed / expected annual return
Up to $1,000
USPS FCU adult learner/member meeting current program eligibility; designed for members returning to school later in life
Closed / expected annual return
Up to $50,000
Brick-and-mortar DC restaurants and retailers meeting program loss and eligibility rules; preference noted for businesses with >10% 2025 revenue loss
Closed / historical cycle
Short-term relief for documented operating costs impacted by construction
Small businesses impacted by specified DDOT construction near Pennsylvania Ave SE, Potomac Ave SE and 8th St SE corridor
Closed / expected successor monitoring
FY26 program pool up to $125,000; awards may recur annually up to five years subject to funding/certification
Small businesses with or signing a lease of at least five years in Chinatown and maintaining/enhancing neighborhood cultural heritage
Closed / expected successor monitoring
Up to $250,000
For-profit or nonprofit organization with experience supporting international entrepreneurs/startups; physical DC presence or plan to establish one
Closed / expected successor monitoring
Program pool up to $350,000 total
Qualified small businesses with/signing qualifying long-term leases in Rhode Island Avenue corridor and offering community/foot-traffic benefits
Closed / historical cycle
Up to $6,000
Prince George's County high school graduates attending PGCC; additional sponsor criteria may apply
Closed / expected annual return
Annual scholarship for incoming/current college and graduate students of Eritrean descent
Of Eritrean descent; attend a U.S.-based institution; incoming/current college or graduate student; previous EDN scholarship recipients excluded for this cycle
Closed / expected annual return
Multi-year performance-based incentive; award varies by project
Company relocating to or expanding in DC; preference for substantial commercial-space commitment and job creation
Closed / expected recurring cycle
Up to $1,000
Spring 2026 Montgomery County high-school, private-school or homeschool graduate; county resident; admitted to MC; required fall enrollment
Closed / 2026 awards filled
Up to $1,000
Eligibility determined by FCPS ACE scholarship rules; listed by FCPS for 2026
Closed / expected annual return
Up to $15,000
DC residents meeting citizenship/eligible noncitizen and institution requirements
Closed
Up to $4,000
Eligibility includes specified DC high-school/GED/NEDP pathways; verify full rules
Closed
Last-dollar scholarship plus coaching/support; emergency funds up to $1,000 for recipients
For 2026-27, only current DC Futures participants are eligible due to funding constraints
Closed / returning participants only
Grant amount varies by program rules
Businesses affected by Purple Line construction; verify location and program requirements
Closed / expected annual return
Up to $50,000
Projects must enhance City-owned parks, trails, gardens or recreational spaces and meet PARKnership rules
Closed / next grant round expected 2027
Up to $2,500
Spring 2026 seniors at Annandale, Falls Church, Herndon, Justice, Lewis or Mount Vernon HS; accepted to university, college or trade school; integrity, determination and passion considered
Closed / Apply in 2027
$1,000–$2,000
DMV-region students pursuing fields connected to transportation and related disciplines; next-cycle requirements to be confirmed
2026 completed / monitor 2027
Up to $2,000
Graduating FCPS senior pursuing full-time STEM degree at two-year community college or four-year university in Virginia
Closed / Apply in 2027
Up to $2,000
Edison High School graduating senior currently or previously enrolled in a CTE course; resilience, leadership and service emphasized
Closed / Apply in 2027
Up to $2,000
FCPS senior nominated by FCPS staff; kindness, empathy, inclusivity and strong character; student essay required
Closed / Apply in 2027
Up to $2,000
Chantilly High School graduating senior demonstrating enthusiasm for learning, resiliency, integrity and love of social studies
Inactive for 2026 / monitor future cycles
Up to $1,000
Graduating Prince George's County high-school seniors; Foundation mission targets motivated students pursuing college
2026 cycle completed / expected annual return
Up to $500
Lewis High School graduating senior who participated in the Lewis Leadership Program and demonstrated growth and community impact; nontraditional paths encouraged
Closed / Apply in 2027
Annual scholarship; current award amount not stated in source reviewed
Annual FCPS student award recognizing excellence in academics, leadership, service and character
Closed / expected annual return
Annual scholarship for eligible NOVA students; 2026 applications explicitly not accepted
Full-time Northern Virginia Community College student; 2.5+ GPA; community/extracurricular involvement; minority-student eligibility per fund criteria
Inactive for 2026 / monitor future cycles
Award goes to eligible investors, not directly to the small business
Eligible investors making qualifying investments in eligible Virginia small businesses
Closed
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