Fund Catalog

Coppola Family Travel Scholarship Fund

Inspire Global Exploration: Donate to the Coppola Family Travel Scholarship Fund The Coppola Family Travel Scholarship benefits Napa County High School students in grades 10-12 who have a desire to explore the world. This one-time award (“educational enrichment grant”) can be used to pay for tuition and associated costs for participation in a summer enrichment program in the United States or in Europe. Applicants must show a commitment to hard work and diligence in the pursuit of their goals.

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Dave Smith Scholarship Fund

Support Future Innovators & Artists: Donate to the Dave Smith Scholarship Fund The Dave Smith Scholarship Fund benefits graduating seniors who attend public high schools in Napa County and Napa Valley College students who plan to pursue an undergraduate degree in electrical engineering, computer science or music at a community college or four-year college/university. Recipients will receive funding for up to four years of undergraduate study.

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Dr. Rick Bachman Memorial Veterinary Medicine Scholarship Fund

Support Future Veterinarians: Donate to the Dr. Rick Bachman Memorial Veterinary Medicine Scholarship Fund The Dr. Rick Bachman Memorial Veterinary Medicine Scholarship Fund is made possible by Napa Humane and benefits current or former residents of Napa County, Solano County, or Lake County. This scholarship is geared towards veterinary students who are committed to practicing companion animal veterinary medicine and plan to give back to their community after graduation. Recipients must attend an accredited veterinary college or veterinary technology program and will receive funding for up to two years while working to complete their degree.

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Edward W. Solomon Scholarship Fund (Exp)

Support Napa County Educators: Donate to the Edward W. Solomon Scholarship Fund The Edward W. Solomon Scholarship Fund, offered by California Retired Teachers Association (CalRTA) Napa Valley and administered by Napa Valley Community Foundation, provides financial assistance to current Napa County teachers and educators pursuing further education. This scholarship honors the legacy of Dr. Edward W. Solomon and supports educators committed to lifelong learning.

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El Futuro Educational Scholarship Fund

Empower Future Wine Industry Leaders: Donate to the El Futuro Educational Scholarship El Futuro Educational Scholarship is made possible in partnership with the Moulds Family and the Farmworker Foundation and benefits Napa County residents studying for an associate degree in viticulture and/or enology at Napa Valley College or Santa Rosa Junior College. This scholarship is geared towards students that demonstrate a drive and ambition to succeed in their community, school, or work-related functions. Recipients of the scholarship will receive funding for up to three years while working to complete their associate degree.

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Green Leaf Scholarship Fund

Empower Future Leaders: Donate to the Green Leaf Scholarship Fund The Green Leaf Scholarship Fund supports two exceptional scholarships—the Napa Valley Community Foundation Committed Scholarship and the Napa Valley Community Foundation Changemaker Scholarship. These scholarships recognize and support outstanding Napa County students who demonstrate academic excellence, leadership, and a deep commitment to their community.

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Healthcare Scholarship Fund in partnership with Providence Queen of the Valley Medical Center and Queen of the Valley Foundation

Support Future Healthcare Professionals: Donate to the Healthcare Scholarship Fund The Healthcare Scholarship is made possible by Queen of the Valley Foundation and benefits Napa County residents enrolled in nursing and respiratory therapy programs at Napa Valley College or Pacific Union College. Previous recipients are eligible to reapply in subsequent years for additional funding while completing their studies.

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Judith B. Cutcomb Fund for Better Education

Support Future Educators: Donate to the Judith B. Cutcomb Scholarship Fund The Judith B. Cutcomb Scholarship is offered by California Retired Teachers Association (CalRTA) Napa Valley and administered by Napa Valley Community Foundation. It is awarded in memory of Judith B. Cutcomb, a St. Helena educator. The Cutcomb Scholarship supports current St. Helena Unified School District teachers who are continuing their education or graduates of St. Helena High School studying to be educators.

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Lenore Hirsch - Jay Falk Scholarship Fund

Support Determined Students: Donate to the Lenore Hirsch–Jay Falk Scholarship Fund The Lenore Hirsch-Jay Falk Scholarship benefits Napa County high school seniors that are graduating, and who have worked hard to overcome academic challenges. Applicants must be planning to attend a two- or four-year college program in general education. Although not a requirement, applications are strongly encouraged from students who have learning disabilities and/or attend a continuation high school in Napa County. Previous recipients of the scholarship completing their first, second, or third year of college are also eligible.

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Robert Alexander Scott Scholarship Fund

Support Wine Industry Workers & Families: Donate to the Robert Alexander Scott Scholarship Fund The Robert Alexander Scott Scholarship benefits current vineyard or winery workers, their children and spouses/partners studying for a certificate and/or an associate degree in viticulture and/or enology at specified schools and universities. The scholarship is geared toward individuals seeking skills that will allow them to advance above entry-level positions in viticulture and enology. Previous recipients of the scholarship are eligible to reapply in subsequent years while working to complete their degrees.

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Skilled Trades Scholarship Fund

Support Skilled Trades Education: Donate to the Skilled Trades Scholarship Fund The Skilled Trades Scholarship benefits graduating high school seniors, GED recipients and current community college students pursuing training and certification in Career Education or Career Technical Education Pathways at Napa Valley College, Santa Rosa Junior College, or Solano Community College. Recipients of the scholarship will receive funding for up to two years while working to complete their certification or degree.

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Ted Kohler Music Scholarship Fund

Support Young Musicians: Donate to the Ted Kohler Music Scholarship Fund The Ted Kohler Music Scholarship benefits Calistoga students who are committed to music and wish to advance their musical development. The scholarship can be used to pay for activities such as music lessons or summer camp, or for college tuition (where the student demonstrates their desire to continue their musical education). The Ted Kohler Scholarship was established in 1997 to promote musical participation and aspirations in honor of Ted, who upon retirement from San Francisco State University, became a full-time musician and leader of the Napa Valley Jazz Band. He encouraged people of all ages to express themselves musically.

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The Fruit of the Vine Scholarship Fund (Exp)

Support First-Generation College Students: Donate to the Fruit of the Vine Scholarship Fund The Fruit of the Vine Scholarship Fund benefits graduating Napa County high school seniors and Napa Valley College transfer students who will find the cost of higher education a financial hardship. Preference is given to applicants who are the first in their family to attend college or are employed (or have a parent or guardian who is employed) in the Napa County wine or grape industry. Recipients of the scholarship will receive funding for up to four years of undergraduate study.

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