Education
Scholarships and grants help Coast Guard members, spouses, and children pursue college, training, and credentials for stronger futures and service success.
Programs and Services
Apply Now: Grants for Enlisted Coast Guard Members to Support Education, Professional Training
October 1, 2026
The Coast Guard Foundation’s enlisted education grant program opens today, October 1, 2026. Applications will close on December 31 or sooner if available funds are expended.
Foundation
Honoring the Life and Legacy of Trustee Emeritus John Statts
September 28, 2026
It is with deep sadness that we share the passing of Coast Guard Foundation Trustee Emeritus John F. Statts.
Programs and Services
Meet Coast Guard Spouse Kiara Ford, Future Attorney
September 28, 2026
Coast Guard spouse, mother, student, and professional — one Coast Guard Foundation grant recipient's secret? Take time for yourself and just do it.
Community Stories
A Family’s Connection with the Coast Guard Foundation Comes Full Circle
September 23, 2026
Nearly 20 years ago, the Coast Guard Foundation honored a United States Coast Guard rescue swimmer for a daring rescue in the Bering Sea. Now, his son is pursuing his career after being awarded a Coast Guard Foundation scholarship.
Programs and Services
Apply Now: Coast Guard Spouse Grants for Education, Training
August 31, 2026
The Coast Guard Foundation spouse education program accepts applications two times a year. The first application period is January 15 - March 1 and the second application period is August 1-December 1, as funds remain.
Programs and Services
The Next Step Starts Here for our 2026 Scholarship Recipients
August 26, 2026
This year, we awarded scholarships totaling $1.4 million to Coast Guard dependent children pursuing higher education at colleges and trade schools across the country.