THE TGF SCHOLARSHIP FUND

The Thomas Gerner Foundation (TGF) is pleased to offer scholarships to children that experience the world through their individual prism that is Autism and not financially able to participate in various enrichment activities.  TGF scholarship applications are submitted by individual parents / guardians on behalf of their child.  Please take a moment to review all information contained in this package including eligibility criteria, funding priorities, and scholarship process.

Scholarship Eligibility Criteria

Who is Eligible:

  • Must have a medical diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) or current IEP or 504 qualification of ASD 

  • Priority is given to applicants with an articulated financial need

  • 17 years of age or younger

Scholarship Limitations

  • Scholarships are limited to a total of $500 maximum per child, per calendar year

  • Scholarships will not be awarded for medical costs, legal expenses, or private education 

  • Scholarships will not be awarded if requested service is covered by applicants’ medical insurance (Applicant may be asked to show supporting documentation upon request from TGF)

  • Scholarship recipients may not be a member of the TGF board of directors or a direct family member of a member of the TGF board of directors 

Scholarship Application Process

Application Submission Process:

  • Review all relevant eligibility criteria, waivers or liability, and privacy policy.

  • Complete all portions of the TGF scholarship application online (below).

Application Review Process

  • The TGF Board of Directors will review all applications monthly and will grant awards based on eligibility, foundation priorities, and available funds

  • Scholarship recipients will be notified by email on the decision to award a scholarship

Disbursement and Tracking of Scholarship Money

  • TGF must receive invoice directly from service provider within 60 days of notification of approval (unless other arrangements with TGF are made)

  •  Invoice for scholarship award money must be sent directly from service provider

  •  Any scholarship award not used within 180 days of approval date will be deemed void

Scholarship Terms and Conditions

Recipients release and hold harmless The Thomas Gerner Foundation from any and all liability for injuries or other claims arising from any activity covered by a TGF scholarship.  

TGF Scholarship agree and authorize TGF to use images, pictures, and other likeness in TGF informational materials. TGF Scholarship applicants and recipients further agree to allow TGF to contact them to seek feedback, testimonials and other information pertaining to the TGF scholarship and related activities.

TGF agrees, warrants, and represents that scholarship recipient information will not be sold, shared, or used for any other purpose than expressly articulated. 

THANK YOU FOR YOUR INTEREST IN THE TGF SCHOLARSHIP. PLEASE COMPLETE THE OFFICIAL APPLICATION BELOW.