Charles and Eleanor Rycenga Education Fund Scholarship Grant

Charles and Eleanor Rycenga Education Fund Scholarship Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Grand Haven Area Community Foundation
Last Updated: March 30, 2026

Summary

Overview

Scholarships Grand Haven Area Community Foundation scholarships are awarded competitively based on criteria set by donors. These criteria could include financial need, the school the applicant is attending, academic achievement, as well as personal or career goals. The Community Foundation has a rigorous internal selection process for each scholarship decision, and each applicant is reviewed in depth, and considered thoroughly. Our scholarship program is simple. You are able to apply once for all foundation scholarships you may be eligible for. Once your application is submitted, you will be eligible for all those for which you meet the requirement. Charles and Eleanor Rycenga Education Fund Charles Rycenga and his wife Eleanor were well known in the Tri-Cities area for their philanthropy and community involvement. In 1991, Mr. and Mrs. Rycenga established this scholarship fund to assist graduates of Grand Haven, Spring Lake, and Western Michigan Christian High Schools to continue their education.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Interest Area: GeneralFinancial Need: PriorityHigh School Senior Only: YesCriteria/Description:Awarded to graduating seniors from Grand Haven, Spring Lake, and Western Michigan Christian High Schools with a financial need who desire to continue their education at a college, trade school, apprenticeship, or similar post high school degree.