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The Kovner Foundation a private 501 c 3 established in 1996 supports organizations that promote excellence in the arts and education initiatives that defend private enterprise and protect individual rights and scholarly studies and research that strengthen American democratic principles. Education The Foundation supports efforts to increase competition and choice throughout the American educational system public and private. Scholarships The Foundation rewards academic achievement and ambition by providing scholarships to students who have demonstrated leadership strength of character and determination. Opportunity Society The Foundation advocates for an opportunity society that promotes a strong economy provides effective and meaningful education for all and helps the disadvantaged achieve a better life for themselves and their children.