Knights of Columbus Scholastic Achievement Fund
Preselected recipients only
Knights of Columbus Scholastic Achievement Fund is a private foundation in Saint Albans, Vermont. In tax year 2025 it gave $4,000 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $1,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$4,000
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$1,000
- Assets$128,787
Giving in 2025 was down from $6,000 the year before.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $5,000 | 5 | $111,669 |
| 2023 | $5,000 | 5 | $117,936 |
| 2024 | $6,000 | 6 | $116,976 |
| 2025 | $4,000 | 4 | $128,787 |
How to apply
Its grants go to individuals, not organizations. Every grant in its 2025 filing was paid to an individual (for example a scholarship or assistance with costs), so it is not a funding prospect for a nonprofit.
Knights of Columbus Scholastic Achievement Fund says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What Knights of Columbus Scholastic Achievement Fund funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Vermont.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Vermont | 4 | $4,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Scholarship | $1,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $1,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $1,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- William LaCroix
- Elijah LaChance
- Valdemar Garibay
- Joseph Kelly
- Scott Bouffard
- Fr Tim Naples
Questions people ask
Does Knights of Columbus Scholastic Achievement Fund accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Knights of Columbus Scholastic Achievement Fund give?
$4,000 in tax year 2025, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Knights of Columbus Scholastic Achievement Fund?
Its 2025 filing lists William LaCroix (State Deputy), Elijah LaChance (State Secretary), Valdemar Garibay (State Treasurer) and Joseph Kelly (State Advocate) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Knights of Columbus Scholastic Achievement Fund fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.