The object of Rotary is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and , in particular, to encourage and foster: FIRST - The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service; SECOND - High ethical standards in business and professions; the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations; and the dignifying by each Rotarian of his occupation as an opportunity to serve society; THIRD - The application of the ideal of service by every Rotarian to his personal, business, and community life; FOURTH- The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

Provides need-based, partial scholarships through a random lottery hosted in December and March.

Awards annual scholarship ($600 for 4 years, total: $2,400) to children of veterans.

Provides grants for postsecondary school education.

Provides up to a $2,000 scholarship for the purpose of tuition reimbursement, course books, enrollment fees and fees associated with certification and testing.

Operates as a trade organization consisting of builders, remodelers, specialty trade contractors, and other business related to the construction industry. Offers a builder and remodeler consumer's guide and academic scholarships.

Offers a variety of art classes and art programs for adults and kids. Scholarships for students in available based on financial need.

Provides children with essential clothing year-round.

Offers scholarships.

Manages more than 100 scholarships available to high school students.

Offers funding for Philadelphia high school students who identify as female. Funds can be used for high school tuition at a parochial or independent high school, or extracurricular activities if the student is attending a public or charter high school.

Offers an education program for 9th grade students in the School District of Lancaster. Participants attend assigned workshops in middle school and throughout two years of high school. Upon completion of the program, they may be admitted to Millersville University. Any tuition, room, and board costs not covered by grants and scholarships will be provided by the program. After being admitted to the university, summer job opportunities, internships, and guaranteed job interviews are provided.

Various types educational workshops for students that are in middle school to college level, to help and assist in their developement.

Assists individuals who have attended college but haven't earned a degree to return to finish their studies and graduate. Provides guidance on filling out and filing financial assistance forms, getting academic support, navigating work and family schedules, completing paperwork, improving study skills, and staying in school.

Provides grants to non-traditional students to further their education. Grant amounts depend on financial need and availability of funds.

Provides emergency medication assistance, support groups, epilepsy self-management, patient education, consultations, referrals to community supports, seizure response dog assistance, scholarships, and other services.

Provides reentry services that include housing, mentoring (groups, families, one-on-one), family reunification, case management, housing for battered women and children, referrals, and services for at-risk youth. Also provides an annual scholarship to local seniors through the Julian Mallory Scholarship Fund.

Offers scholarships to graduates of public and charter high schools across Philadelphia. Scholars are also provided with mentorship opportunities, workshops with a college success and career prep focus, and ongoing support.

Offers support to meet the educational needs of students through scholarships.

Provides scholarships for non-traditional students and supports other nonprofit organizations working to advance the status of women.

Educational Gratuity program provides financial assistance to children of honorably discharged veterans who have service-connected disabilities and served during a period of war or armed conflict or children of veterans who die or died in service during a period of war or armed conflict. Payment will not exceed $500.00 per term or semester per qualified child to each approved educational institution upon submission by that approved educational institution of proof of matriculation of the applicant. Educational gratuity payments are paid directly to the Educational Institution and may not be made for longer than 4 scholastic years.

AMVETS implements programs for and advocates on behalf of veterans and their families. AMVETS National Service Officers (NSOs) are stationed at VA regional offices and medical centers and provide information, counseling and claims assistance to all veterans and their dependents in matters concerning education, disability compensation, employment, hospitalization, rehabilitation, pension and other benefits. Annually awards scholarships to veterans and their dependents. Automobile donations are accepted through the national office.

Connects financially struggling families to public benefits and services. Benefits include Low-Income Heating and Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP), Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP), Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), and Food Stamps.

Offers support that can be awarded to two year and four year universities, post secondary technical and trade schools, and limited funding for graduate studies.

Offers active Military and Veterans enrollment in on campus or online degree programs at Duquesne. Veteran Services include: Duquesne University participates in the Post-9/11 GI Bill and Yellow Ribbon Program. Eligible veterans can receive a tuition waiver from Duquesne. Combined with additional financial assistance from the VA, this allows veterans (and in some cases family members) to study tuition-free as an undergraduate or graduate student.