Cattaraugus Region Community Foundation

Scholarships

CRCF's scholarship program makes possible over 100 annual awards to support area students pursuing higher education. Awards are available to students pursuing different majors and career goals, students attending specific high schools and more. Regardless of a student's interests or goals, there is probably a scholarship at CRCF for them.

Available Scholarships

Growing Good.

Welcome to the Cattaraugus Region Community Foundation. We’re growing good in our community by connecting donors to the causes they care about most. Grants from the foundation support many areas including education, scholarships, health care, the arts, community development, human service and youth development.

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About Us

Established in 1994, the Cattaraugus Region Community Foundation is a public 501 (c)(3) nonprofit organization that is growing good by connecting donors to the causes they care about most in our region. Grants from the foundation support many areas including education, scholarships, health care, the arts, community development, human service and youth development.

The Cattaraugus Region Community Foundation has been the area's supportive, responsive and trusted Community Foundation for 25 years.

Grant Seekers

The Cattaraugus Region Community Foundation currently manages more than $30 million in assets for more than 300 different funds.

Professional Advisors

CRCF works with professional advisors to connect with donors who wish to give to the community and create a legacy based on their charitable intentions and ideals.

Create a Fund

When you create a fund at the Community Foundation, you create an investment that will continue to grow and give for generations to come.

Apply for a Scholarship

Since its inception in 1994, the Community Foundation has helped to distribute more than $5.6 million in grants and scholarships.

Student Success Stories

Maryam Mirza

Maryam Mirza is a dedicated student currently studying Human Biology and Health and Society in the College of Human Ecology at Cornell University. Alongside her majors, she is also minoring in Human Development. Maryam is the 2023 recipient of the Russell F. Greenawalt & Elizabeth Page Greenawalt Scholarship.

Lucas Brushingham

Lucas Brushingham, a driven and dedicated student at the University of Dayton, is making the most of his college experience by balancing academics, extracurricular activities, and community service.

Kylie Blessing

Kylie Blessing has excelled both academically and athletically in her college career. As the 2022 recipient of the Ben & Rose Schwabenbauer Educational Scholarship, she has demonstrated her commitment to her education. Kylie is currently pursuing a degree in Criminology and Criminal Justice at Niagara University.

Cora Emery

Cora Emery is a graduate of St. Bonaventure University. She is the 2017 recipient of the Kothari Family Fund Healthcare Scholarship. Cora received a Bachelors in Sports Studies during her time at St. Bonaventure.

News

November 15, 2024

CRCF announces 2024 Cattaraugus Gives prizes

The Cattaraugus Region Community Foundation is gearing up for its annual day of giving, Cattaraugus Gives, with a prize pool exceeding $21,000.

November 13, 2024

Leadership Cattaraugus Scholarship application process open for 2025

The Leadership Cattaraugus Scholarship Fund at the Cattaraugus Region Community Foundation will be accepting applications from local leaders interested in joining the 2025 Leadership Cattaraugus cohort.

October 11, 2024

CRCF grant enhances Griffis Sculpture Park Night Lights experience

Griffis Sculpture Park, an open-air art sanctuary, illuminates the night sky for multiple weekends each autumn, and with the help of a grant from the Cattaraugus Region Community Foundation, park visitors found a more culturally enriching experience this year.

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