Gunn Foundation

Our Story:

The Gunn Foundation is celebrating 50 years of giving and has been providing need-based scholarships to college-bound Gunn High School seniors since 1968. Scholarships are made possible through donations from members of the Gunn Community, including parents, teachers, administrators and alumni.

We are grateful to the generous and supportive Palo Alto community and beyond, who wants to make college a reality for an under-served, often first-generation college student from Gunn HS. Your donation will provide an invaluable oportunity to our students to attend college with minimal financial burden, are integral to our foundation's fundraising efforts.

Scholarships:

Scholarship recipients are evaluated on academic performance and financial need. Our scholarships provide unrestricted funds for students entering their first year of college. The funds can be used to help with tuition, fees, books, transportation, and other financial impediments to achieving a college degree on a tight budget. Awards range from $500 to $3,500 per student.

2017 Awardees:

This year, $78,000 in scholarships were awarded to 26 students, many of whom will be first-generation college students who have overcome significant personal and financial challenges to pursue further education.

CORPORATE MATCHING PROGRAM

We participate in all employee match programs including Google and Apple (via Benevity). These contributions make a significant impact on our fundraising abilities, so your extra step to make a match is truly appreciated.


The Gunn Foundation is recognized by the IRS as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, charitable organization, bearing Tax Identification Number 94-6182158.

Thank you for taking time to learn more about the Gunn Foundation and for your generousity.

To Donate, visit our website donation page: http://gunnfound.org/donate/