The Bonner Foundation

The Corella & Bertram Bonner Foundation is a private philanthropic organization based in Princeton, New Jersey. As a small, family-funded foundation, the organization operates as a national network dedicated to advancing higher education through community engagement. The Foundation focuses on developing and managing the Bonner Scholars Program and Bonner Leaders Program, offered by over 60 colleges and universities across the nation. These programs provide a four-year developmental experience of service and learning for over 3,000 undergraduate students annually. Through these programs, the Foundation aims to improve the lives of individuals and communities by fostering partnerships between colleges, universities, and their surrounding communities. The Bonner Program provides colleges and universities with a model for a college access program that utilizes best practices for student success. The network prioritizes identifying and supporting low-income, first-generation, and underrepresented students, including students of color and those from both rural and urban environments. The Foundation's website, bonner.org, provides more information about their programs and initiatives.