Edna McGrowder Memorial Scholarship
Mrs. Edna McGrowder was a beloved mother and grandmother who came from a pioneering family on the island of Jamaica.
Among her many achievements, Mrs. McGrowder was known for her devotion to her family. She worked hard to raise sons and daughters, and later, grandsons and granddaughters who went on to do great things of their own, both personally and professionally. One of the most important things to her, outside of a strong belief in God, was a belief in the transformative power of education. The significant impact she's made lives on in all the people she touched with her smile, her words, and her stories.
This scholarship seeks to honor the life of Edna McGrowder by continuing her mission of helping the next generation pursue their academic dreams.
Any low-income high school student with at least a 3.8 GPA who will pursue a four-year degree as a first-generation college student may apply for this scholarship opportunity if they are an immigrant or the child of immigrant parents.
To apply, tell us about a meaningful family, community, or personal experience that impacted your decision to pursue a college degree.
Describe a meaningful personal, family, or community experience that influenced your decision to pursue a college education.
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The application deadline is May 13, 2026. Winners will be announced on Jun 14, 2026.
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Award amounts per winner are designated by the donor. Check the award amount for a detailed breakdown.
The winner will be publicly announced on Jun 14, 2026. Prior to the announcement date, we may contact finalists with additional questions about their application. We will work with donors to review all applications according to the scholarship criteria. Winners will be chosen based on the merit of their application.
Award checks will be sent to the financial aid office of the winner's academic institution or future academic institution in their name to be applied to their tuition, and in the name of their institution (depending on the school's requirements). If the award is for a qualified educational non-tuition expense, we will work with the winner directly to distribute the award and make sure it goes towards qualified expenses.
Before we award the scholarship, the winner will be required to confirm their academic enrollment status. Depending on the circumstances, verification of Student ID and/or their most recent transcript will be required.
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