March 1, 2027

GRCF Carolyn Gallmeyer Scholarship

Direct application

Amount varies

Eligibility

Education level
Undergraduate

About this scholarship

Kent County residents pursuing a degree at any accredited U.S. college or university may apply for the Carolyn Gallmeyer Scholarship through the Grand Rapids Community Foundation general application. Financial need is prioritized.

Award amounts vary.

Submit the GRCF general scholarship application by March 1.

Essay questions

What else to submit

  • GRCF general scholarship application
  • FAFSA or FAFSA Student Aid Estimator
  • Financial information
  • Recent transcript or grade report
  • Four GRCF general-application personal statements
  • Must complete the FAFSA or FAFSA Student Aid Estimator
  • Financial information required
  • Recent transcript or grade report required
  • Submitted via GRCF general scholarship application (GoApply portal); single application matches applicants to eligible funds
  • Eligibility: Kent County, Michigan resident undergraduate (associate or bachelor's), selected based on demonstrated financial need