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The CEGAANA Scholarship Fund

We provide tax-deductible donations with end-to-end transparency to show exactly where and how your contributions are spent. We work alongside the Knowledge Foundation in Chennai (run by the CEG 1990 batch) to thoroughly vet and identify deserving students.

$2,100 Funds a Day Scholar (4 Years)

$6,800 Funds a Hostel Student (4 Years)

100% Direct Funding to Students*

Student Selection Criteria

First-generation college attendees
Hailing from low-income families
Demonstrated interest, commitment, and excellent high school academic records

Batch-Based Funds: Want to make an impact with your peers? Alumni can combine donations within their batch (e.g., 1984, 1990, 1993, 1996) to sponsor specific students. Batch funds have successfully raised over $30,000 to date!

Ways to Contribute

Donor-Advised Funds (DAF) New

Maximize your philanthropic impact by routing grants from your Donor-Advised Fund.

We accept contributions through platforms like Vanguard Charitable Trust and Fidelity Charitable Trust.

When submitting your grant recommendation, please use our tax ID:

EIN: 46-5178306

Employer Matching

Double your impact! If your company uses Benevity (e.g., google.benevity.org) or another corporate matching portal, search for "CEGAANA" or "CEGAANA Scholarship Fund".

This allows us to leverage corporate matching funds to support even more students.

Learn About Benevity Matching

PayPal & Digital Transfers

If your company does not offer a matching program, you can send donations directly via PayPal.

Please send transfers to:
finance@cegaana.org

Note: Transaction fees may apply. Once donated, please request a tax receipt form.

By Check

Ideal for larger amounts without corporate matching. Make checks payable to "CEGAANA" and include a memo (e.g., "Scholarship Fund" or "CEGAANA Betterment").

Mail to our updated address:
CEGAANA
142 N. Milpitas Blvd #392
Milpitas, CA 95035

501(c)(3) Tax-Exempt Status

The College of Engineering, Guindy Alumni Association of North America (CEGAANA) is a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. All contributions are tax-deductible to the extent permitted by U.S. law.

Organization EIN: 46-5178306

Other Ways to Get Involved

Ask-A-CEGian Mentorship

Give back with your time and expertise. Join our mentorship program to guide current students through their academic and professional journeys.

Corporate Advocacy

Help sign up CEGAANA as a recognized charitable organization within your company's HR portal to unlock matching contributions for fellow alumni.