Aaron Thomas Gelineau Fund for Educational Opportunity
Supports Duluth nonprofits advancing educational success for underserved youth and families through programs promoting high school completion, GED attainment, and removal of practical barriers.
Funder: Duluth Superior Area Community Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): September 2026 (Full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Typical award: $1,400; one-year grants; single-year support expected.
Summary: Supports Duluth nonprofits advancing educational success for underserved youth and families, emphasizing high school completion, GED support, and removing practical barriers.
Description
This opportunity supports Duluth-based nonprofit organizations working to help underserved youth and families achieve cradle-to-career educational success. Funding is focused on initiatives that promote high school completion, GED attainment, and provide practical support to remove everyday barriers such as transportation, supplies, computer equipment, internet access, childcare, and emergency needs. The fund prioritizes organizations with a demonstrated impact on youth, young adults, and families, and supports a range of projects including mentorship, career preparation, after-school and summer educational programming, and wellness initiatives connected to school success.
