NoVA High School Students Can Apply For CFNOVA Scholarships

Press Release: Northern Virginia – The Community Foundation for Northern Virginia

Northern Virginia – The Community Foundation for Northern Virginia (CFNOVA) has announced that the 2026 Scholarship Cycle is officially open, starting today January 12, 2026. High-school students from Northern Virginia may now select from over thirty CFNOVA scholarship funds to apply. Individual scholarship awards range from $1,200 to $5,000 for students interested in a specific field of study at the undergraduate level or with specific interests.

Some scholarships are renewable for up to four years. The deadline to apply for funding is March 5, 2026.

The Community Foundation engages dozens of dedicated volunteers to thoughtfully review scholarship applications for its managed funds, while also collaborating with school administrators and donor partners who oversee their own selection processes—ensuring transparency, fairness, and integrity every step of the way. Please see the full list of scholarship funds and learn more at www.cfnova.org.

ABOUT THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FOR NORTHERN VIRGINIA
The Community Foundation for Northern Virginia is building a region that works for everyone
by advancing equity through philanthropy and community leadership. Since 1978, we have
united thousands of generous Northern Virginians with the causes they care about through
donor-advised funds, permanent funds, giving circles, and charitable endowments. We cultivate
enduring partnerships with nonprofits, foundations, government, businesses, and community
members, maximizing impact to drive meaningful change. Through Insight Region®, our original
research initiative, we deliver data-driven insights that reveal the trends and issues shaping
Northern Virginia’s future. The Community Foundation proudly serves all Northern Virginians in
Arlington, Fairfax, Loudoun and Prince William Counties and the Cities of Alexandria, Fairfax,
Falls Church, Manassas, and Manassas Park. Learn more at cfnova.org.