Connecting Higher Education to Career Success grant is available for U.S. organizations creating student pathways from college to in-demand jobs.
Donor Name: Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
State: All States
County: All Counties
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 02/28/2025
Size of the Grant: Not Available
Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned
Details:
Education unlocks economic opportunity, helping students turn their hard-earned degrees into quality employment. By developing professional skills, gaining experience, and building networks while in school, students position themselves to meet employer needs and succeed as they begin their careers.
Foundation is looking to fund partners who align with the goal of creating opportunities for students while addressing workforce needs.
Creating student pathways from college to in-demand jobs requires collaboration. The funding can be used to pilot new programming, bring proven approaches to scale, or develop the partnerships that make this work possible.
Qualification Criteria
- Nonprofits and for-profit organizations in the United States working to support community college and/or university students are encouraged to apply.
- Scholarship programs are not eligible for this funding opportunity.
- Serve traditional-aged students ages 18-25
- Grant activities should not start before April 2025
- Focus on industry-aligned credentials with two-year or four-year degree or job placement after graduation
- Ability to report on direct student outcomes.
For more information, visit Michael & Susan Dell Foundation.
