March 1, 2027
GRCF Achille & Irene Despres, William and Andre Scholarship
Direct application
Up to $5,000
Eligibility
Demographics
Mexican
Location
Michigan
Education level
High school
Grades
GPA 2.75+
About this scholarship
High school seniors of Mexican heritage who are residents of Kent or Ottawa counties in Michigan, have at least a 2.75 GPA, and will attend an accredited Michigan college or university may apply for the Achille and Irene Despres, William and Andre Scholarship through the Grand Rapids Community Foundation's unified application.
Awards of up to $5,000 are granted. The number of recipients varies.
Submit the GRCF general scholarship application by March 1.
Essay questions
What else to submit
- GRCF general scholarship application through GoApply
- Four personal statements, each capped at 3,000 characters
- Administered via the Grand Rapids Community Foundation (GRCF) general scholarship application, submitted through the GoApply system
- Eligibility: students of Mexican heritage from Kent or Ottawa counties in Michigan, seeking an associate or bachelor's degree
- Minimum 2.75 GPA and demonstrated financial need
- Application deadline: March 1
- Each of the four personal statements is capped at 3,000 characters (approx. 500 words each)