Marion A. and Ruth K. Sherwood Family Scholarship Fund - Current College Student Grant

Marion A. and Ruth K. Sherwood Family Scholarship Fund - Current College Student Grant

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

Summary

The Marion A. and Ruth K. Sherwood Family Scholarship Fund supports current college students from the Tri-Cities area, promoting academic achievement and community involvement. Funded by the Grand Haven Area Community Foundation, this scholarship emphasizes financial need and aims to assist students in continuing their education. Applicants must submit transcripts and additional documentation to demonstrate eligibility. This initiative reflects the Sherwoods' commitment to fostering educational opportunities and community betterment.

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. Marion A. and Ruth K. Sherwood Family Scholarship Fund-Current College Student Marion and Ruth Sherwood cared about the community in which they lived and worked. Active in many community organizations, Mr. Sherwood served upon many committees and advisory boards to promote community betterment. Upon his death, a bequest established this scholarship for students who demonstrate evidence of academic achievement and plan to continue their college studies.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Interest Area: Current College Financial Need: PriorityHigh School Senior Only: NoCriteria/Description: Awarded to a Tri-Cities resident who is a current college student.Academic and financial need are considerations. 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.