MacDonald/Hjerpe Scholarship Grant

MacDonald/Hjerpe Scholarship Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: The Community Foundation of Greater New Britain
Amount: US $500 - US $30,000
Last Updated: November 07, 2025

Summary

The MacDonald/Hjerpe Scholarship, offered by the Community Foundation of Greater New Britain, supports graduating seniors from New Britain, Plainville, and Farmington High Schools. Eligible applicants must demonstrate academic achievement with a minimum GPA of C+, exhibit financial need, and have clear educational goals. Preference is given to those pursuing careers in sciences, education, or human services and who will not receive substantial other scholarships. This award aims to help deserving students overcome financial barriers.

Overview

Community Foundation of Greater New Britain The Community Foundation of Greater New Britain (CFGNB) serves as a trusted philanthropic institution dedicated to inspiring generosity, managing permanent charitable assets, and strategically partnering with community stakeholders to address pressing local challenges. Founded with a mission to foster lasting impact, the Foundation guides donors, supports nonprofits, and invests in initiatives that strengthen the social, educational, economic, and cultural fabric of the Greater New Britain region. Mission, Vision & Priorities CFGNB’s mission is to inspire philanthropy, responsibly manage permanent charitable assets, and partner to address key community issues through strategic leadership. The Foundation envisions a vibrant, thriving community that is a better place to live and work. Its priority areas include: supporting educational attainment and early-childhood development; strengthening human services and economic opportunity; promoting the arts, culture, and heritage; and fostering collaboration, inclusivity, and capacity-building across the nonprofit sector. MacDonald/Hjerpe Scholarship This scholarship supports graduating seniors from New Britain, Plainville, and Farmington High Schools who demonstrate academic achievement, financial need, and clear educational goals. Eligible applicants must have a C+ or higher GPA and plan to attend a public two-year or four-year college or university. Preference is given to students pursuing careers in the sciences, education, or human services, as well as those who will not be receiving substantial other scholarships. The award aims to help hardworking students overcome financial barriers and achieve success in fields that contribute to the well-being of others and their communities.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Applicants must be graduating seniors in the current class of New Britain, Plainville and Farmington High Schools.Financial need.Students who will not receive substantial other scholarships.C+ or better GPA for high school career