March 1, 2027

GRCF Altrusa International of Grand Rapids Scholarship

Direct application

Up to $5,000

Eligibility

Education level
Undergraduate

About this scholarship

Students from Allegan, Kent, Ionia, Muskegon, Montcalm, or Ottawa counties who are returning to college or entering college after at least two years out of school may apply for the Altrusa International of Grand Rapids Scholarship through the Grand Rapids Community Foundation's unified application. Applicants must have lived in an eligible county for at least six months.

Award amounts vary up to $5,000.

Submit the GRCF general scholarship application with two letters of recommendation by March 1.

Essay questions

What else to submit

  • GRCF general scholarship application
  • Two letters of recommendation
  • High school transcript
  • FAFSA Student Aid Index (SAI) or estimated SAI
  • Valid high school transcript
  • Student Aid Index (SAI) from FAFSA or estimated SAI (demonstrate financial need)
  • Multiple-choice questions for scholarship matching
  • Personal information and education history
  • Applications open December 1 and close March 1 annually
  • Complete the unified Grand Rapids Community Foundation scholarship application.