CCSF Named Large Scholarship Provider of the Year by NSPA

The Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation (CCSF) is celebrating a proud milestone – being named the 2025 Large Scholarship Provider of the Year by the National Scholarship Providers Association (NSPA).

This recognition was announced as part of the NSPA Awards of Excellence, which honor organizations and individuals making a significant impact on student success and the scholarship industry.

About the Award

Celebrating its 25th anniversary, the National Scholarship Providers Association cultivates and empowers the scholarship community with the knowledge, skills, and resources to strengthen the impact of scholarships.

The Scholarship Provider of the Year honor highlights organizations that use their unique resources to expand college access, foster student achievement, inspire innovation, and strengthen communities. The Large Scholarship Provider category recognizes those awarding $500,000 or more in scholarships annually. With more than $3 million awarded each year, the Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation was honored among many dedicated scholarship organizations across the country.

Fellow 2025 Awardees

Alongside the Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation, the NSPA celebrated:

• Small Scholarship Provider of the Year: Spectrum Scholars

• Ann Radcliffe Award: Lindie Gardner, WWIN (Washington Women in Need)

• NSPA Fellows Award: Karla Gonzalez, Pima Community College

Nearly 40 Years of Impact

This achievement reflects the collective efforts of the Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation’s Board of Directors, staff, Alumni Board, Coke Scholars, volunteers, sponsors, and the continued support from The Coca-Cola Company and Coca-Cola bottlers across the US.

Since the Foundation was created in 1986, this community has worked hand-in-hand to celebrate and uplift over 7,050 outstanding students who are committed to making a difference in the world and cultivate an incredible community of visionary leaders. These Scholars have gone on to serve, lead, and create positive, meaningful change both in their communities and far beyond.

The Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation is deeply honored to receive this national recognition from NSPA. As they celebrate this achievement, the Foundation remains committed to empowering future generations of leaders by opening doors, creating opportunities, and continuing to inspire a ripple effect of positive change for years to come.

The Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation celebrates and empowers visionary leaders who are refreshing the world. With its 37th class of Coca-Cola Scholars, the Foundation has provided more than $87 million in scholarships to over 7,050 program alumni who together have become a powerful force for positive change.