March 1, 2027

GRCF Josephine Ringold Scholarship

Direct application

Amount varies

About this scholarship

Challenge Scholars through 2032 who demonstrate financial need and have at least a 2.0 GPA 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
  • Awarded via the Grand Rapids Community Foundation General Application (one application covers hundreds of GRCF scholarships)
  • Eligibility: residents of Kent County, MI; preference to Challenge Scholar students through 2032
  • Each of the four personal statements has a 3,000-character limit (~500 words each)
  • Application opens December 1 each year via the GoApply online portal