Opening Doors

Empowering Through Education

At the Chu & Piper Family Fund, we back educational and training programs within high-growth careers that provide sustainable opportunties such as our Career and Technical Educational scholarship through the Arlington Community Foundation.

Empowering Through Skills

We are continuing to search for organizations that offer work experience opportunities and skills development in high-growth career field.

Our Funding Focus

We invest with nonprofits that create practical opportunities for motivated individuals to learn, train, and advance in their careers.

Scholarships

We support driven individuals who are pursuing education or certifications that lead directly to employment.

Career & Technical Education

We invest in programs that teach high-demand skills in fields such as healthcare, IT, trades, and culinary arts.

Internships & Work-Based Learning

We fund programs that provide paid, real-world experience—helping participants build transferable skills.

Highly-Motivated Individuals

We look for initiatives that support people who demonstrate effort and potential but face financial barriers.

Local Programs

We prioritize programs serving residents of Arlington, Virginia.

What Interests Us About Organizations

• Demonstrated efficient use of funds, with a strong focus on program delivery

• Accessible leadership and a willingness to share updates

• A practical model with measurable outcomes

• Opportunities for hands-on involvement*

*We value opportunities to engage directly — whether through guest instruction, advising, mentoring, or helping shape program design. We believe that active participation builds stronger outcomes and deeper partnerships.

Contact Us

If your organization aligns with these priorities, please reach out. We’d love to learn more about your work and explore whether we’re a good match.