March 1, 2027

GRCF Geraldine Geistert Boss Scholarship

Direct application

Amount varies

About this scholarship

Kent County residents who are Challenge Scholars through 2032 and demonstrate financial need may apply.

Award amounts vary.

Apply through the GRCF general scholarship application, which opens December 1 and is due March 1.

Essay questions

What else to submit

  • GRCF general scholarship application
  • Four GRCF general-application personal statements
  • Submitted through the Grand Rapids Community Foundation single General Application via the GoApply portal (application opens December 1)
  • Four personal statement questions, each limited to a maximum of 3,000 characters (~500 words)
  • Eligibility limited to West Michigan students per the Foundation's general application