Marjorie M and William H Griffin Scholarship Grant

Marjorie M and William H Griffin Scholarship Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Community Foundation of North Central Washington
Last Updated: January 14, 2026

Summary

The Marjorie M and William H Griffin Scholarship, established by the Community Foundation of NCW, supports non-traditional students in Washington State seeking higher education. This fund prioritizes those returning to school after work or parenting, offering financial assistance for accredited programs. Applicants must maintain a minimum GPA of 2.5 and demonstrate self-sufficiency. Preference is given to students involved in musical programs, ensuring a well-rounded support system for diverse educational paths.

Overview

About Us The Community Foundation of NCW is a tax-exempt philanthropic organization that helps individuals, families, businesses, and agencies support charitable causes throughout Chelan, Douglas, and Okanogan counties. Marjorie M and William H Griffin Scholarship The Marjorie M. and William H. Griffin Scholarship Fund was established in January 2017 to help those who would otherwise be unable to afford college or other higher education. The Griffins are particularly interested in assisting non-traditional students returning to school after time in the workforce or raising children. The funding is available for any accredited educational program in Washington State.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Eligibility: Non-traditional student returning to school after time in the workforce or raising children Minimum 2.5 GPA Plans to enroll in any higher education program within Washington State Demonstrated willingness to work to support oneselfNote: This scholarship is paid over multiple years. In the case of multi-year scholarships, future payment requires an update showing educational progress and a successful academic year to keep the scholarship in place.