Sapienza Scholarship Applications Are Now Open
The 2026 Sapienza Scholarship applications are officially open.
This scholarship continues a long-standing commitment to expanding educational opportunity and supporting students as they pursue higher education. Last year alone, NCCF awarded $177,550 in individual scholarships to 37 students, with an average award of nearly $5,000 per recipient, a meaningful investment in the future of our community.
Whether you’re a student preparing for the next chapter or a nonprofit supporting scholars in neighboring communities, we invite you to explore this year’s opportunities below.
Block Grants
The Block Grant program supports organizations that administer scholarship programs in neighboring communities. Eligible nonprofits may submit applications online.
Application Deadline:
Friday, April 17 at 11:30 PM
Helpful Resources:
Individual Scholarships
The Individual Scholarship program supports students as they take the next step in their educational journey. Eligible students may apply online through our GOapply portal.
Application Deadline:
Friday, May 8 at 11:30 PM
Helpful Resources:
First-time applicants can find step-by-step instructions and a full preview of application questions on our website to help prepare before beginning the online application.
Questions? Please contact Meg Soffen at msoffen@newcanaancf.org for assistance.
We look forward to supporting another year of dedicated students and community partners through the Sapienza Scholarship program.