Achille & Irene Despres, William & Andre Scholarship Grant

Achille & Irene Despres, William & Andre Scholarship Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Grand Rapids Community Foundation
Amount: US $2,000 - US $5,000
Last Updated: March 06, 2026

Summary

The Achille & Irene Despres, William & Andre Scholarship, offered by the Grand Rapids Community Foundation, supports high school seniors of Mexican heritage from Kent or Ottawa counties. With a minimum GPA of 2.75, recipients can pursue higher education in Michigan. The scholarship aims to eliminate barriers to success, providing financial assistance for tuition, books, and living expenses, thereby fostering academic ambition and community growth in West Michigan.

Overview

Grand Rapids Community Foundation Connecting people, passion and resources The Community Foundation is a nonprofit organization that connects people, passion and resources. With our partners, the Community Foundation uses the tools of philanthropy to find solutions to pressing issues. We provide grants to support the work of nonprofits, scholarships to local students and other forms of support to communities working to eliminate barriers to opportunity, prosperity and belonging. Mission: Our Mission is to build and manage our community’s permanent endowment and lead the community to strengthen the lives of its people. Vision: We envision a magnetic and interconnected West Michigan community. Values: Integrity, Excellence, Inclusion, Sustainability and Bold Aspirations Vital Behaviors: Give and Receive Openly, Build Trust with Each Other, Create Brave and Safe Space, Embrace Vulnerability, Accountability Our North Star For West Michigan to grow and prosper, we must make sure that everyone can apply their talents and creativity to fuel our future. It is only by connecting across perspectives and overcoming inequities that we can build and sustain an inclusive economy and thriving community. Opportunities for students Apply for scholarships to support your ambitions Each year Grand Rapids Community Foundation supports hundreds of students on their college or career training journeys. We are excited to remove barriers to academic success so that students like you can pursue what you're passionate about. Scholarship Fund Details Support for West Michigan Students Attending college or trade school increases opportunity and opens doors to careers. Donor partners who establish a scholarship fund give students a boost on their path to higher education. Students who complete the general scholarship application are considered for these scholarships. Achille & Irene Despres, William & Andre Scholarship Open to high school seniors who are residents of Kent or Ottawa counties, attending college in the state of Michigan and who are of Mexican heritage, with a minimum 2.75 GPA.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Open to high school seniors who are residents of Kent or Ottawa counties, attending college in the state of Michigan and who are of Mexican heritage, with a minimum 2.75 GPA.Anyone who is pursuing college or career training and has a connection to West Michigan is encouraged to apply!Almost all scholarships are designated for people who currently live in West Michigan or used to. Generally the Community Foundation's scholarships are awarded to applicants who have high financial need.Most awards range from $2,000 to $5,000, depending on the scholarship fund.The average award is $2,700. Scholarships are paid directly to the college or university, with instructions to apply the funds to the recipient’s total cost of attendance as determined by the school.That means that scholarship funds may be used for tuition and fees, books, course materials, supplies and equipment, housing and food, even study abroad programs.Up to $500 of the scholarship may be applied to costs that are not directly billed by the college or university.