The NNC Foundation is a U.S.-based nonprofit organization dedicated to making a difference through education and financial aid. In 2026, they are offering four distinct programs designed to help students, communities, and individuals facing immigration costs. These initiatives aim to create more opportunities and support for those who need it most.
Global Domestic Scholarship Program
The Global Domestic Scholarship Program is a key initiative from the NNC Foundation. It aims to support students who have strong academic records but come from families with limited financial resources. The program recognizes academic achievement, community involvement, leadership potential, and financial need.
Scholarship Amounts
High school students can receive a $2,000 award. Undergraduate and graduate students are eligible for a $3,000 award.
Who Can Apply
To be eligible, applicants must be U.S. citizens, permanent residents, or have valid immigration status. They must also be currently enrolled in an accredited U.S. institution. A minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale is required, along with proof of financial need and academic success.
What to Submit
Applicants need to provide an essay in PDF format, their most recent tax return (Form 1040), an academic transcript, and a letter of recommendation. For questions, you can contact Help@nncfoundation.org.
Literacy & Library Programs
These programs focus on improving education by promoting reading and knowledge. The main goal is to boost language skills, encourage a love for reading in children and young people, and support local libraries and educational facilities. The initiative also aims to foster habits of lifelong learning.
Where They Make an Impact
These efforts reach local communities across the United States and also involve international educational partnerships. They provide support for school-based and public library systems.
Program Focus Areas
The programs concentrate on developing literacy education, offering support for library operations, running reading and comprehension programs, and improving community learning. You can reach out to Help@nncfoundation.org for more details.
NNC Community Partnership Program
This grant program offers funding and chances for collaboration to nonprofit organizations working directly within communities. The objective is to support groups that are tackling issues like inequality in education, improving literacy, developing community health, reducing poverty, and driving social innovation.
Grant Focus
The grants are intended to help underserved and low-income populations. They also aim to build the capacity of nonprofit organizations and fund sustainable community development projects.
Eligibility for Grants
Organizations must be registered 501(c)(3) nonprofits. Their mission should align with education, health, or community development. They also need to show at least one to two years of active community service experience. Applications are currently being accepted. Contact Help@nncfoundation.org for more information.
Immigration Filing Fee Support Grant
The Immigration Filing Fee Support Grant provides essential financial help to individuals who are going through employment-based immigration processes in the United States. The program’s goal is to remove financial obstacles by covering the filing fees required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) for eligible applicants.
What the Grant Covers
This grant offers direct payment of USCIS filing fees for approved applicants. It specifically assists with financial costs for employment-based immigration petitions. Each eligible person can receive this award one time.
Who Qualifies
Applicants must be beneficiaries of an employment-based immigration petition and currently be in the process of their application. They must also demonstrate financial need and provide official documents showing their petition and the USCIS fee instructions. It is important to note that the grant payment goes directly to USCIS, only main applicants are eligible, and each applicant can only receive one award. For inquiries, contact Help@nncfoundation.org.
