Grobel Scholarship Trust
Preselected recipients only
Grobel Scholarship Trust is a private foundation in Hampton, Virginia. In tax year 2025 it gave $21,000 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $3,500 and the largest $3,500. 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$21,000
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$3,500
- Largest grant$3,500
- Assets$302,244
Giving in 2025 was up from $14,000 the year before.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $3,000 | 1 | $296,878 |
| 2024 | $14,000 | 4 | $272,642 |
| 2025 | $21,000 | 6 | $302,244 |
How to apply
Grobel Scholarship Trust 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 Grobel Scholarship Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Montana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Montana | 5 | $17,500 |
| North Dakota | 1 | $3,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Scholarship | $3,500 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $3,500 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $3,500 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $3,500 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $3,500 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $3,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Stephen L Grobel
- Sam Waters
Questions people ask
Does Grobel Scholarship Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Grobel Scholarship Trust give?
$21,000 in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $3,500.
Who runs Grobel Scholarship Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Stephen L Grobel (Trustee) and Sam Waters (Trustee).
What does Grobel Scholarship Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.