Edward P. Suchecki Family Scholarship Grant

Edward P. Suchecki Family Scholarship Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Grand Haven Area Community Foundation
Last Updated: March 22, 2026

Summary

The Edward P. Suchecki Family Scholarship, established by the Grand Haven Area Community Foundation, supports local high school senior athletes pursuing a business career. Named after Ed Suchecki, a dedicated coach and businessman who valued education, this scholarship prioritizes financial need and favors football and golf players. Applicants must submit their transcripts and other required documents. This initiative aims to empower young athletes to achieve their educational goals.

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. Edward P. Suchecki Family Scholarship Fund Ed Suchecki was born and raised in Nunica, attended Grand Haven High School, and graduated in 1957. Ed was a star football player and spent much of his time coaching the Tri-Cities Kids' League, youth football, and playing golf. Although Ed did not have the opportunity to attend college, he was a successful businessman and he made sure his children went to college. When Ed died in 2000, his wife and sons established this scholarship fund which is awarded to local athletes who want to pursue a career in business.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Interest Area: BusinessSports Financial Need: PriorityHigh School Senior Only: YesCriteria/Description: Awarded to a graduating high school senior athlete (football or golf are first preference) planning to pursue a career in business. Financial need is a consideration.In addition to the application, you’ll have to submit the following documents:A copy of your high school or college transcriptAny additional required documents for specific scholarships (like recommendation letters).Page 1 of the Student Aid Report with your Student Aid Index (SAI) included on the form.