March 1, 2027
GRCF Aim High Jerry Clay Scholarship
Direct application
Up to $5,000
Eligibility
Major
Skilled Trades
Education level
Undergraduate
Financial
Financial need
About this scholarship
Full-time students from Allegan, Barry, Ionia, Kent, Montcalm, Muskegon, Newaygo, or Ottawa counties pursuing a welding technology degree or certification at Grand Rapids Community College or Ferris State University may apply for the Aim High Jerry Clay Scholarship through the Grand Rapids Community Foundation's unified application.
Award amounts vary up to $5,000.
Submit the GRCF general scholarship application by March 1.
Essay questions
What else to submit
- GRCF General Scholarship Application
- Most recent transcript or grade report
- Apply through the Grand Rapids Community Foundation General Application (single application via GoApply portal at goapply2.akoyago.com)
- Complete the FAFSA or FAFSA Student Aid Estimator (financial need is considered)
- Submit most recent transcript or grade report
- Reside in Allegan, Barry, Ionia, Kent, Montcalm, Muskegon, Newaygo, or Ottawa county in Michigan
- Enroll full-time at Ferris State University or Grand Rapids Community College pursuing welding/welding technology (professional certification, associate, or bachelor's degree)
- Demonstrate involvement in community service, extracurricular activities, or work
- Application deadline: March 1
- Complete the FAFSA or FAFSA Student Aid Estimator; financial need is considered.