From scholarships for high school seniors to those already enrolled in college, there are many opportunities available. We invite you to explore our list to see which ones might help you fulfill your college or post-secondary plans.

The American Institute of Architects (AIA) Flint Donald. E. Lee Architecture Scholarship: will be awarded annually based on available funds and per the recommendation of the Advisory Committee. 

Scholarship Applicant Criteria: 

  • Student will have received or anticipate receiving their high school diploma from a high school in the geographic area, or base residence be in the area represented by the AIA Flint, a Section of the American Institute of Architects, of Genesee, Shiawassee and Lapeer counties in Michigan. Students that fall outside of this geographic area may be considered should other eligible applications not be selected. 
  • Student must be newly accepted or currently enrolled in a program with an associate degree in architectural technology, an NAAB accredited architecture program at a university or college or be in a pre-architecture program and declare architecture as their primary course of study.  
  • Student must not be a recipient of an AIA-Flint Architecture Scholarship in the immediate previous year. The scholarship may be used for college-related expenses. Payment will be made by the Community Foundation of Greater Flint directly to the educational institution attended by the applicant. Recipients will be notified and announced in June. 
  • Who to contact: Madelyn Morrison, Program Associate, Community Foundation of Greater Flint, mmorrison@cfgf.org
  • Genesee Power Station Citizens Advisory Committee Scholarship Fund:
    • To be awarded to students at Mt. Morris, Beecher, Genesee, and Kearsley High Schools. Have an overall "B" academic average and a "B" average in mathematics and the sciences; be a graduating high school senior who has applied to one or more accredited colleges or universities; plan to major in engineering, mathematics or the physical sciences (astronomy, chemistry, geology, mineralogy, meteorology, physics); demonstrate financial need.
  • Where to apply: Online at cfgf.org
  • Who to contact: Bruce McNier, Beecher High School, bmcnier@beecherschools.org
  • Charles Russian Fund: 
    • To be awarded to graduating seniors at Bendle High School. A minimum of 2.0 GPA have been significantly involved in athletics and be viewed as being of good character. 
  • L.K. Westgate Memorial Music Scholarship Fund: 
    • To be awarded to students of Bendle High School to participate in instrumental and vocal music programs outside the school setting.
  • Who to Contact: Nancy Parks, Bendle High School, nparks@bendleschools.org
  • Sophia L. Waldbauer Scholarship Fund - $3,000-$4,000 award:
    • To be awarded to a graduating senior of Bentley High School who is: 
      • A member of any school athletic team during any one year at Bentley High School.
      • Be accepted to a college, university or technical school. 
      • Have a 2.66 cumulative GPA or higher.
      • Exhibit good citizenship and above average sportsmanship which will be demonstrated through one or more letters of recommendation provided by the applicant. 
      • Demonstrate financial need.
  • Where to Apply: Online at cfgf.org
  • Who to Contact: Michelle VanVallis, Bentley High School, mvanvallis@bentleyschools.org
  • To be awarded to a graduating senior from Bessemer High School who has participated as a football athlete. Other criteria include academic performance, financial need, community activities, an essay to measure character, and two personal references.
  • Marie Manley Scholarship - $4,000 award(s) paid over four years:
    • To be awarded to a female high school student enrolled and graduating from any Flint or Genesee County High School and who participated in the Flint Olympian and CANUSA Games during any one of their four years in high school. Students will list school and community activities and briefly describe their experience as a participant in the Flint Olympian and the CANSUA Games. A scholarship will be awarded over a four-year period, renewable each year, providing the recipient maintains acceptable grade standards (2.5 GPA; for schools who do not use grade point a C+ average will be required). At least three candidates will be interviewed. Each scholarship recipient will receive: $1,000 per year for 4 years.
  • Howard S. Staisil Scholarship Fund - $1,000 award:
    • To be awarded to a participant in the CANUSA Games, a community-wide (City of Flint - Genesee County) competition. Students must have participated in the Flint Olympian and CANUSA Games during any one of their four years in high school. The recipient must be a graduating senior or in college, have a minimum GPA of 2.5 in high school, description of experience as a participant in the Flint Olympian and CANUSA games and one letter of recommendation.

Where to apply: Online at cfgf.org

Who to contact: Madelyn Morrison, Program Associate, Community Foundation of Greater Flint, mmorrison@cfgf.org

  • Alice L Boyse Scholarship Fund - $1,000 - $3,000 awards:
    • To be awarded annually to a graduate of Clio High School who will attend a college or university, or other post-secondary educational institution. This criteria used to select recipients will be academic achievement, student involvement in the community, level of financial need, leadership, two letters or recommendation, essay and presentation. 
  • Mustang Scholarship for MCC Fund - $5,000 (paid over two years):
    • The scholarship shall be awarded to a graduating senior of Clio High School who has been accepted to Mott Community College. Applicants must have a cumulative high school GPA of 2.5, demonstrate financial need, and provide a record of community service. Evidence of initiative and effort along with financial need will be heavily weighted in the determination of the recipient of the award. The scholarship recipient must enroll as a full-time student at Mott Community College. To be eligible for the second-year award, the student must maintain a cumulative 2.5 GPA and submit a transcript verifying GPA after completion of the first year of study at MCC.
  • Where to Apply: Online at cfgf.org
  • Who to Contact: Dan Baldermann, Clio High School, dbaldermann@clioschools.org
  • Brad Stone Achievement Award - $6,000 award:
    • To be awarded to an active or previous player with the Eastern Michigan Hockey Association (E.M.H.A.), having played two winter seasons with E.M.H.A. and must qualify for the Academic Award Banquet by receiving a 3.0 or above for the first semester of the school year. The scholarships will provide support for tuition to an accredited college or university. Players must turn in application and will be considered based on academic performance, extracurricular activities, community service, two letters of recommendation and personal essay. 
  • Eastern Michigan Hockey Association ‐ Bob Landaal Scholarship - $1,000 - $4,000 award(s):
    • To be awarded to high school seniors and college students who participate in the E.M.H.A. programs, and who demonstrate academic performance and financial need. Letters of recommendation and an essay are required.
  • Where to apply: Online at cfgf.org
  • Who to contact: Madelyn Morrison, Program Associate, Community Foundation of Greater Flint, mmorrison@cfgf.org
  • Paul and Laurencine Bader Scholarship Fund in Memory of Jodi. M. Mataya - $1,000 awards:
    • To be awarded to a graduating senior at Fenton Area Public Schools. Verification of acceptance at a college/university. Students demonstrate financial need with preference given to students pursuing a course of study in the field of history or education. Applicants will submit an EDP plan, two recommendations, and a personal essay. 
  • James T. Botticelli Scholarship Fund - $1,000 awards:
    • To be awarded to a graduating senior at Fenton High School pursuing a medical field of study. Applicants’ cumulative GPA shall be a minimum of 3.0. Applicants will submit a brief essay describing why they chose this career path. Additional criteria include an assessment of financial need, extracurricular activities, two recommendations, and an EDP plan. 
    • G. Winifred Koop Scholarship Fund - $1,000 award:
      • To be awarded to a college bound female FHS graduate with at least a 3.2 GPA. Preference will be given to a student entering the field of Education. Additional criteria include the following: 
        • Student will be viewed as being of good character and will have had no major discipline issues throughout their four years at Fenton High School. 
        • Student will have a record of active community involvement and/or service learning. 
        • Student will have been an active participant in extracurricular activities. 
    • Fenton High School Alumni Association Scholarship Fund and Horace W. Hitchcock Memorial Fund - $2,400 awards: 
      • To be awarded to seniors of FHS who are pursuing further education in college and/or vocational school and who demonstrate scholastic excellence and a demonstrated history of extracurricular school activities. Applicants must demonstrate financial need and must have a minimum GPA of 2.5 or better. Applicants will submit an essay of 500 words or less stating how they see themselves as an active, involved FHS Alumni member
    • Who to Contact: Craig Salter, Fenton High School Principal, csalter@fentonschools.org 
  • Keith Alton Burden Memorial Fund - $1,000 award:
    • To be awarded to graduating senior of the Flint Community Schools with at least a 2.5 GPA who have demonstrated exemplary community service both to their high school and the greater Flint community. Support will be provided for tuition, books and/or fees at an accredited higher education institution for a certificate, 2-year, or 4-year degree program. An essay and two written recommendations from the organizations which students have served must be submitted as part of the scholarship application. 
  • Angeline M. Vojdik Krapohl Scholarship:  
    • To be awarded to a graduating senior of Flint Community Schools with demonstrated academic achievement, volunteer work, extra-curricular activities and career aspirations, and essay.
  • Doris M. Logan Scholarship Fund - $1,000 award:
    • To be awarded to a female student residing in the City of Flint with a minimum 2.5 GPA required; financial need; demonstrated involvement in community service, an essay and plans to attend a junior college or university.
  • Samuel and Leah Bryer Scholarship Fund - $1,000 award:
    • To be awarded to a graduating high school senior in the City of Flint with at least a 3.0 GPA who has been accepted at a college, university, or technical school. 
    • Flint Northern Alumni Scholarship Fund - $1,000-$2,000 award(s):
      • To support scholarship awards to graduating seniors in the City of Flint with at least a 3.0. Multiple annual scholarship awards include an annual award in the name of Mr. Ray E. Prescott and the Andrew Corsi award to a student with high academic standing. Must demonstrate financial need, provide a list of extra-curricular and community service activities, and an essay. 
  • Evelyn Shores Hall Scholarship Fund - $1,200 award:
    • To support annual scholarships to graduating high school students in the City of Flint. Must demonstrate financial need, community service, school activities, and submit an essay. 
  • David Paul Petro Scholarship Fund - $2,500 award(s):
    • To be awarded to a graduating senior in the City of Flint with at least a 3.0 GPA. Preference for graduates of the Flint Community Schools. Consideration should be given to need as well as ability in determining a deserving recipient. Must submit an essay outlining course of study, career goals and plans for financing college. 
    • Frank J. Manley Scholarship Fund – $4,000 (paid over four years):
      • To provide financial assistance for Flint youth, who are graduating seniors, in their pursuit of postsecondary education. Applicants will be judged on academic proficiency, excellence and rigor, college goals, life goals, school and community involvement, financial need, and a comprehensive autobiography. Final candidates will be interviewed. The student shall maintain a grade-point average of 2.5 or higher to remain a recipient. Youth residents of the City of Flint. A scholarship will be awarded for four years.
    • Bill Piper Scholarship Fund:
      • To provide an annual scholarship to the valedictorian of the Flint Community Schools. The Fund was established to celebrate the integrity and commitment to excellence Bill Piper has evidenced throughout his professional and civic careers. The graduating senior ranked first determined by a combination of the highest GPA, highest ACT/SAT score, and highest number of AP classes completed in all the Flint Community Schools.
    • Dolores Ennis of the Flint Area Education Foundation Scholarship - $500 award:
      • To be awarded to a graduating African American female from the Flint Community Schools with the highest GPA. If there should be more than one student eligible, the tie breaker is determined by student's involvement in school and community activities.
  • Where to apply: Online at cfgf.org
  • Who to contact: Madelyn Morrison, Program Associate, Community Foundation of Greater Flint, mmorrison@cfgf.org
  • Rotary Club of Flushing Scholarship Fund - $1,000 award(s):
    • To be awarded to graduating students who reside within the geographic boundaries of the Flushing Community School District to further their education in a college and/or vocational school. Student applicants are evaluated on their GPA, community involvement, leadership, application response, and personal interview as determined necessary. Flushing High School Scholarships Several named awards are provided each year for the benefit of Flushing High School students, with at least a 3.0 GPA, to support their post-secondary education: 
  • Edgar L. Cornwell Scholarship Endowment Fund - $1,000 awards:
    • To be awarded to graduating seniors of Flushing Community High School with demonstrated financial need and a minimum 3.0 GPA.
  • Flushing High School Alumni Association Scholarship Fund - $1,000 award:
    • To be awarded to graduates of Flushing High School who are pursuing further education in college and/or vocational school with a minimum GPA of a 3.0. Must demonstrate financial need, and extracurricular excellence. 
  • Roberta Reed McWilliams Scholarship Endowment Fund - $2,000 awards:
    • To be awarded to graduating seniors of Flushing High School, a minimum of 2.9 GPA, documented participation in community service, a personal essay describing how you have been affected by your participation in one or more community service activities and a letter of recommendation.
  • Jan Liepmann Vocal Music Scholarship Fund - $1,000 award:
    • To be awarded to graduating seniors from Flushing High School pursuing a post-secondary degree in music, with a concentration in voice, or another related degree. Candidates must have a 2.5 GPA cumulative from high school. In addition to the required application form, applicants will be required to submit a tape or CD of their performance of two contrasting songs as related to the degree the candidate is pursuing.
  • Where to Apply: Online at cfgf.org
  • Who to Contact: Crystal Abramson, Flushing High School, crystal.abramson@flushingschools.org
  • Bob Emerson Scholarship Fund - $1,000 awards:
    • To provide scholarship support to residents of Genesee County who are attending an institution of post-secondary education; are maintaining a 3.0 GPA; and who are active in civic and/or political community affairs (Gift Language). To be awarded to residents of Genesee County who are a current or past nominee of the Priority Children's Outstanding Youth Award. Candidate must be a high school senior or currently enrolled in post-secondary education. Candidate must be able to document involvement in community service. Ninth through 11th grade students will become eligible to apply during their senior year of high school or once enrolled in post-secondary education. Documentation of continued service to the community will be required. An essay and two letters of recommendation are required.
  • Brad Stone Achievement Award - $6,000 award:
    • To be awarded to an active or previous player with the Eastern Michigan Hockey Association (E.M.H.A.), having played two winter seasons with E.M.H.A. and must qualify for the Academic Award Banquet by receiving a 3.0 or above for the first semester of the school year. The scholarships will provide support for tuition to an accredited college or university. Players must turn in application and will be considered based on academic performance, extracurricular activities, community service, two letters of recommendation and personal essay. 
  • Eastern Michigan Hockey Association ‐ Bob Landaal Scholarship - $1,000 - $4,000 award(s)
    • To be awarded to high school seniors and college students who participate in the E.M.H.A. programs, and who demonstrate academic performance and financial need. Letters of recommendation and an essay are required.
  • Leslie G. Ames Fund - $1,000-$2,000 awards:
    • To be awarded to graduating seniors of any high school within Genesee County with at least a 3.0 GPA. Equal consideration should be given to Genesee County and City of Flint students and need as well as ability shall determine deserving recipients. Support will be provided for tuition, books and/or fees at an accredited higher education institution for a 4-year degree program. 
  • J. B. Cook and George Carpenter Scholarship Fund - $400 award:
    • To be awarded to a male and female who are graduating seniors of a Genesee County school, with a GPA of 2.0 or higher and who have lettered in tennis. Scholarship funding is limited to support for tuition, fees, and books. 
  • Flint Area Education Foundation General Scholarship Endowment Fund:
    • To be awarded to an African American graduating senior high school student of Genesee County attending a college, university, or technical school, or students with a 2.5 GPA or better. ACT/SAT scores, community service, and financial need are considered. Two references and a description of future goals are required. 
  • Clinton B. Jones Fund of the Flint Area Education Foundation: 
    • To be awarded to an African American graduating senior high school student of Genesee County attending the University of Michigan-Flint. Students must have a 2.5 GPA or better. ACT/SAT scores, community service, and financial need are considered. Two references and a description of future goals are required. 
  • LeVert and Nina Jones Fund of the Flint Area Education Foundation:
    • To support scholarships for African American graduating senior high school students of Genesee County who have been adversely affected by substance abuse attending a college, university, or technical school. Students must demonstrate financial need. 
  • Marie Manley Scholarship - $4,000 awards paid over four years:
    • To be awarded to a female high school student enrolled and graduating from any Flint or Genesee County High School and who participated in the Flint Olympian and CANUSA Games (Gift Language) during any one of their four years in high school. Students will list school and community activities and briefly describe their experience as a participant in the Flint Olympian and the CANSUA Games. A scholarship will be awarded over a four-year period, renewable each year, providing the recipient maintains acceptable grade standards (2.5 GPA; for schools who do not use grade point a C+ average will be required). At least three candidates will be interviewed. Each scholarship recipient will receive: $1,000 per year for 4 years. 
  • Howard S. Staisil Scholarship Fund - $1,000 award:
    • To be awarded to a participant in the CANUSA Games (Gift Language), a community-wide (City of Flint - Genesee County) competition. Students must have participated in the Flint Olympian and CANUSA Games during any one of their four years in high school. The recipient must be a graduating senior or in college, have a minimum GPA of 2.5 in high school, description of experience as a participant in the Flint Olympian and CANUSA games and one letter of recommendation.
  • The AIA Flint Donald. E. Lee Architecture Scholarship: 
    • Student will have received or anticipate receiving their high school diploma from a high school in the geographic area, or base residence be in the area represented by the AIA Flint, a Section of the American Institute of Architects, of Genesee, Shiawassee and Lapeer counties in Michigan. Students that fall outside of this geographic area may be considered should other eligible applications not be selected.
    •  Student must be newly accepted or currently enrolled in a program with an associate degree in architectural technology, an NAAB accredited architecture program at a university or college or be in a pre-architecture program and declare architecture as their primary course of study. 
    • Student must not be a recipient of an AIA-Flint Architecture Scholarship in the immediate previous year. The scholarship may be used for college related expenses. Payment will be made by the Community Foundation of Greater Flint directly to the educational institution attended by the applicant. Recipients will be notified and announced in June.
  • Where to apply: Online at cfgf.org
  • Who to contact: Madelyn Morrison, Program Associate, Community Foundation of Greater Flint, mmorrison@cfgf.org
  • David and Edith Withey Scholarship: 
    • To award scholarships as needed to a college Sophomore, Junior, or Senior with at least a 3.0 GPA from current college courses and a graduate from a Genesee County High School and/or currently residing in Genesee County.
  • Eastern Michigan Hockey Association ‐ Bob Landaal Scholarship - $1,000 - $4,000 award(s)
    • To be awarded to high school seniors and college students who participate in the E.M.H.A. programs, and who demonstrate academic performance and financial need. Letters of recommendation and an essay are required.
  • Bob Emerson Scholarship Fund - $1,000 awards:
    • To provide scholarship support to residents of Genesee County who are attending an institution of post-secondary education; are maintaining a 3.0 GPA; and who are active in civic and/or political community affairs (Gift Language). To be awarded to residents of Genesee County who are a current or past nominee of the Priority Children's Outstanding Youth Award. Candidate must be a high school senior or currently enrolled in post-secondary education. Candidate must be able to document involvement in community service. Ninth through 11th grade students will become eligible to apply during their senior year of high school or once enrolled in post-secondary education. Documentation of continued service to the community will be required. An essay and two letters of recommendation required.
  • The AIA Flint Donald. E. Lee Architecture Scholarship: 
    • Student will have received or anticipate receiving their high school diploma from a high school in the geographic area, or base residence be in the area represented by the AIA Flint, a Section of the American Institute of Architects, of Genesee, Shiawassee and Lapeer counties in Michigan. Students that fall outside of this geographic area may be considered should other eligible applications not be selected.
    • Student must be newly accepted or currently enrolled in a program with an associate degree in architectural technology, an NAAB accredited architecture program at a university or college or be in a pre-architecture program and declare architecture as their primary course of study. 
    • Student must not be a recipient of an AIA-Flint Architecture Scholarship in the immediate previous year. The scholarship may be used for college related expenses. Payment will be made by the Community Foundation of Greater Flint directly to the educational institution attended by the applicant. Recipients will be notified and announced in June.
  • Where to apply: Online at cfgf.org
  • Who to contact: Madelyn Morrison, Program Associate, Community Foundation of Greater Flint, mmorrison@cfgf.org
  • Genesee Power Station Citizens Advisory Committee Scholarship Fund:
    • To be awarded to a student at Mt. Morris, Beecher, Genesee, Northwestern, and Kearsley High Schools. Have an overall "B" academic average and a "B" average in mathematics and the sciences; be a graduating high school senior who has applied to one or more accredited colleges or universities; plan to major in engineering, mathematics or the physical sciences (astronomy, chemistry, geology, mineralogy, meteorology, physics); demonstrate financial need.
  • Where to apply: Online at cfgf.org
  • Who to contact: Madelyn Morrison, Program Associate, Community Foundation of Greater Flint, mmorrison@cfgf.org
  • Eldon L. Auker Scholarship Fund: 
    • To be awarded to a graduate of Grand Blanc High School who has completed a college preparatory course of study, has a grade point average of 3.5 or better, demonstrated financial need, and accepted by any accredited college or university (not limited to the State of Michigan). The scholarships may be for more than one year, provided that the candidate remains in an accredited college or university and maintains a full course load (at least 12 credit hours each semester) during such scholarship year. 
  • Grand Blanc Rotary Scholarship Fund - Gregory Crane Award:
    • To award scholarships to graduates of Grand Blanc High School who are pursuing further education in college and/or a vocational school. The scholarship is awarded to a graduate of Grand Blanc High School with a grade point average of 3.0. Scholastic achievement is verified by Grand Blanc High School. Community involvement is listed on the application. Financial need determined by the Early Estimator Worksheet and a summary of need provided by the applicant. A Personal Statement is to be included with the application. 
  • Grand Blanc Rotary Scholarship Fund - Clarence Hill Award: 
    • This scholarship is awarded to a graduate of Grand Blanc High School with a grade point average of 3.0, who has been accepted for college, and majoring in science or engineering. A Personal Statement is to be included with the application. Community involvement is listed on the application, and scholastic achievement is verified by Grand Blanc High School through a copy of the most recent transcript. 
  • Justin “Jubbs” Kosak Memorial Award:
    • To be awarded to a graduating student athlete senior of Grand Blanc Community Schools with at least a 3.0 GPA. Student athletes of all sports will be eligible to apply. Preference will be given to Football and Basketball players. Student will be viewed as being of good character and will have had no major discipline issues throughout their four years at Grand Blanc High School. Student will have a record of active community involvement and/or service learning. Student must submit an essay outlining their course of study, career goals and plans for financing their education. Consideration should be given to need as well as ability in determining a deserving recipient. Support will be provided for tuition, books, fees and/or college-related expenses for an accredited higher education institution or for a vocational/trade school. A $2,500 award will be provided. On-going funds of $2,500 will be available to award recipients for an additional three years, pending they maintain full-time status and a 3.0 GPA.
  • Who to Contact: Tammy McBride, Counseling Secretary, Grand Blanc High School, tmcbride@gbcs.org
  • Coach Raffin Scholarship Fund:
    • To be awarded to a graduating senior of Holly High School who was a member of the cross‐country team or track and field team during any year in high school. participated in Holly High School cross‐country or track and field during any one year in high school, Student must be acceptance to a college, university or technical school. Recipient will embody values instilled by Coach Raffin through the demonstration of hard work, perseverance, and a positive mental attitude. This may be demonstrated through one or more letters of recommendation provided by the applicant as well as the observation and experience of the advisory selection committee. 
    • Who to Contact: Casey Lombard, Holly High School, casey.lombard@hask12.org
  • Roy and Elena Lahring Salutatorian Scholarship for Holly High School:
    • To be awarded to a student with the highest cumulative GPA, and ranked second in the graduating class with a minimum two years of fulltime enrollment at Holly High School; Holly area schools’ resident; U.S. Citizen; and verification of acceptance to college or university. Terms and conditions of the scholarship include thank you note to Mr. Lahring by recipient; full time enrollment at a college or university; renewal limited to no more than three (3) years; periodic update of academic progress to the scholarship advisory committee by recipient; and academic success determined by a minimum 2.5 grade point average maintained by recipient. This scholarship cannot be combined with the Elena Lahring Spanish Language Scholarship. 
  • Elena Lahring Spanish Language Scholarship Fund for Holly High School:
    • To be used to support scholarships to students of Holly High School pursuing post-secondary studies and a teaching career (Gift Language). Applicant's cumulative GPA shall be a minimum of 3.0 and in Spanish language classes a GPA minimum of 3.25. Additional criteria include demonstrated leadership in the classroom, Spanish Club; and Spanish National Honor Society; minimum two years of Spanish language classes; minimum two years of full‐time enrollment at Holly High School; Holly area schools’ resident; U.S. Citizen; and verification of acceptance to college or university. Student must complete an application. 
  • Roy and Elena Lahring Valedictorian Scholarship Fund for Holly High School:
    • To be awarded to a student with the highest cumulative GPA, and ranked first in the graduating class with a minimum two years of fulltime enrollment at Holly High School; Holly area schools resident; U.S. Citizen; and verification of acceptance to college or university. In the event of a tie, scholarship awards will be divided equally among awardees. A tie exists when two or more students share identical GPAs to the hundredth's column. 
  • Who to Contact: Cheryl Price, Holly High School, cheryl.price@hask12.org
  • Genesee Power Station Citizens Advisory Committee Scholarship:
    • To be awarded to a student at Mt. Morris, Beecher, Genesee, Northwestern, and Kearsley High Schools. Have an overall "B" academic average and a "B" average in mathematics and the sciences; be a  graduating high school senior who has applied to one or more accredited colleges or universities; plan to  major in engineering, mathematics or the physical sciences (astronomy, chemistry, geology, mineralogy,  meteorology, physics); demonstrate financial need. 
    • Kearsley Board Alumni Association Fund- George Daly: 
      • To provide scholarships for graduates of Kearsley High School so that they may pursue post‐secondary education. For the George Daly Scholarship A minimum 3.0 GPA is required, along with a demonstrated involvement in school and community activities and financial need. 
    • Kearsley Board Alumni Association Fund- George Daly Vocational: 
      • To provide scholarships for graduates of Kearsley High School so that they may pursue post‐secondary education. For the George Daly Vocational Scholarship, A minimum of 2.0 GPA is required along with a demonstrated involvement in school and community activities and financial need. 
  • Patricia Smith Scholarship Fund:
    • To be awarded to graduates of Kearsley High School pursuing post‐secondary education in elementary education. A minimum 3.0 GPA demonstrated involvement in school and community activities and financial need required. 
  • Who to Contact: Laura Sturgess, Kearsley High School, lsturgess@kearsleyschools.org
  • Brad Stone Scholarship Fund:
    • To be awarded to a graduating senior from Lake Fenton High School, must have maintained a 3.0 GPA during high school years, and be a participant in extracurricular activities during high school. Student will be considered based on academic performance, extracurricular activities, community service and personal essay. Scholarship funds may be used for tuition, books and/or room and board at an accredited college or university. Two letters of recommendation are necessary.
  • Who to Contact: Joette Schisler, Lake Fenton High School, jschisler@lakefentonschools.org
  • Lacey C. Kerner Memorial Scholarship Fund:
    • To be awarded to any female Linden High School senior who has: 
      • Attended Linden High School for four (4) years
      • Graduated from Linden High School
      • Been accepted to attend a college or university. 
      • A review of character, scholastics, involvement in co-curricular activities (student leadership, performing arts, or athletics), long term goal(s), and volunteer or community service will also be part of the selection process. The applicant must: 
      • The applicant complete the required essay(s), provide two letters of recommendation, and attach a completed Educational Development Plan.
  • Who to Contact: Linden High School Counseling Office, bdraper@lindenschools.org
  • Montrose Community Schools Scholarship:
    • To be awarded to graduating seniors of Montrose Community Schools who are pursuing post- secondary education at a college or technical/trade school. The applicant must have a cumulative high school GPA of at least 2.0. An essay is required and should outline the student's career path and how they plan to finance their education. The following scholarships will be awarded: 
      • Beulah Short Memorial Scholarship -$500 Award:
        •  Must have a minimum 2.0 GPA and plan to teach. 
      • Montrose Community Schools Scholarship -$500 Award:
        •  Must have a minimum 2.0 GPA and pursue post-secondary education at a college/university or technical/vocational school.
      • Robert Blanford Scholarship - $1,000 Award: 
        • Must have a minimum 2.0 GPA and pursue post-secondary education at a technical/vocational school.
  • Robert and Monna Short Scholarship:
    • To be awarded to graduating seniors of Montrose Community Schools who are pursuing post-secondary education at a college or technical/trade school, with a preference for students pursuing a career in a technical or vocational field. Students must have attended Montrose Community Schools for 11th and 12th grade. Scholarships are based on financial need, community involvement, citizenship, academic success and work ethic. The applicant must have a cumulative high school GPA of at least 2.5. An essay is required and should outline the student's career path and how they plan to finance their education. Awards may be renewed once.
  • Where to Apply: Online at cfgf.org
  • Who to Contact: Kelley Lambert, Montrose Community Schools, klambert@montroseschools.org
  • Dr. Clement A. Alfred Humanitarian Award:
    • To be awarded to a student at Mott Community College studying Dental Hygiene. Student must display scholastic excellence, financial need, and exceptional interest in the profession of dental hygiene. Students must have a 3.25 G.P.A.
  • Alan J. Ferrari Scholarship Fund:
    • To be awarded to a student or students pursuing post-secondary education at C. S. Mott Community College. Selection of the recipient shall be made through the regular application process at the financial aid office of C.S. Mott Community college in accordance with all guidelines established for this scholarship. The application process consists of submitting an essay and a biography. Selection of the student(s) is based on financial need and a grade point average of 3.0 or higher.
  • Who to Contact: MCC Scholarship Committee at scholarships@mcc.edu
  • Pete Fusi Scholarship Fund - Mt. Morris:
    • To be awarded to a graduating senior from Mt. Morris High School who participated as a football athlete. Other criteria includes academic performance, financial need and an essay to measure character, and two references.
  • Genesee Power Station Citizens Advisory Committee Scholarship Fund:
    • To be awarded to a student at Mt. Morris, Beecher, Genesee, Northwestern, and Kearsley High Schools. Have an overall "B" academic average and a "B" average in mathematics and the sciences; be a graduating high school senior who has applied to one or more accredited colleges or universities; plan to major in engineering, mathematics or the physical sciences (astronomy, chemistry, geology, mineralogy, meteorology, physics); demonstrate financial need.
  • Don Hugh Duford Memorial College Scholarship Fund: $2,000
    • Awarded to graduating seniors of Mt. Morris High School who meet the following criteria: 
      • Graduate of Mt. Morris High School, Participation in the band or choir for at least two years, and GPA of 3.0 minimum.
  • Where to apply: Online at cfgf.org
  • Who to contact: Madelyn Morrison, Program Associate, Community Foundation of Greater Flint, mmorrison@cfgf.org

Several named awards are provided each year for the benefit of female students, with at least two years of college, to support their post-secondary education:

  • Wanda E. Reigle Scholarship Fund - $800 award:
    • To be awarded to women who are academically qualified for admission or admitted to the college or university of their choice; should preferably be an adult (21 years or older); must be in need of financial assistance; must demonstrate a capacity for community involvement and service based on work and volunteer experience. 
  • Zonta Club of Flint I Fund - $1,000 - $2,000 awards:
    • To be awarded to a career-oriented woman preparing for an executive, business or a professional position. Must have completed at least two years of college, with a cumulative GPA of 3.0, demonstrated leadership through school and community activities, resident of or student in Genesee County, financial need, and two letters of recommendation. Preference given to applicants pursuing careers in traditionally under-represented fields for women. 
  • Nancy Yates Eby Scholarship Fund - $1,000 awards:
    • To be awarded to Genesee County women attending college with a cumulative GPA of 3.00. Preference will be given to students attending Baker College.
  • Where to apply: Online at cfgf.org
  • Who to contact: Madelyn Morrison, Program Associate, Community Foundation of Greater Flint, mmorrison@cfgf.org 
  • Matthew W. Banacki Memorial Scholarship: 
    • To be awarded to graduating seniors of Swartz Creek High School with GPA of 3.0 or better and pursuing a degree from an accredited college/university or technical/trade school. 
  • Who to Contact: Stephanie Carle, Swartz Creek High School, scarle@swcrk.org
  • Where to Apply: Swartz Creek High School Counseling Office
  • India Scholarship Fund:
    • To be awarded to students pursuing post‐secondary education at the University of Michigan‐Flint, with a minimum 3.0 GPA, and a cover letter addressing academic and career goals. 
  • Marian F. Langworthy and J. Kelly Lugger Scholarship:
    • To be awarded to graduates of the Clio School District attending the University of Michigan‐Flint full time with a minimum 3.2 GPA. 
  • Woodrow W. Skaff Scholarship Fund:
    • To be awarded to full‐time U of M‐ Flint student with a minimum 3.0 grade point average and are residents of Genesee County. The awards will be granted based on financial need. 
  • University of Michigan‐Flint Scholarship Fund:
    • Applicants must be entering freshman, transfer, and/or readmit students. Applicants must demonstrate outstanding academic potential. Incoming freshman must have a 3.0 cumulative high school GPA or better. Transfer and readmit students need to have a 2.5 collegiate cumulative GPA or higher. Applicants must be a resident of Flint and must be socioeconomically disadvantaged or from an underrepresented UM‐Flint student population. Applicants must demonstrate financial need. Selection of award recipients will be based on a weighted combination of academic merit and financial need.

Who to Contact: U of M‐Flint Financial Aid Office, financialaidofficeflint@umich.edu