Available to All Area Schools
J. Russel and Julia Bouws Scholarship Fund
Applications Due on March 15
The J. Russel and Julia Bouws Scholarship Fund awards scholarships to college or college-bound students who are employed (or whose parents are employed) with Russ’ Restaurants (Holland, Muskegon, Grand Haven, and Grand Rapids).
Students must be enrolled or plan to enroll in a college or university within Michigan and:
* Hold a high school GPA of 2.0 or better
* Exhibit a record of extra curricular community interests and activities
* Demonstrate financial need
Applications for this scholarship are available through the Russ’ Restaurants’ Administrative Offices, 390 E. 8th Street, Holland MI 49423.
Holland Awning Group Employee Scholarship
Applications Due on April 1st
This scholarship was established by Holland Awning Group in 2012 to assist children of Holland Awning Group employees in pursuing a post-secondary education. Two $5,000 scholarships will be awarded this year.
Scholarship applicants will be reviewed according to the following criteria:
1. Applicants must be graduating high school seniors or current college students who are dependents of Holland Awning Group employees.
2. Applicants must be accepted to or currently attending a two or four-year accredited college, university or vocational/technical school.
3. Academic achievement as demonstrated by high school or college GPA, class rank, and ACT scores.
4. A strong record of community involvement.
SEPARATE APPLICATION PROCESS: Please download this PDF application.
Karen and Larry Mulder Scholarship Fund
Applications Due on April 1st
The Karen and Larry Mulder Scholarship Fund was established in early 2009 coinciding with Larry Mulder’s retirement from ODL, Inc. (a Mulder family business) after 45 years of service. Karen and Larry wanted to assist in providing educational opportunities for the children of ODL’s employees. The awards are intended to assist children of eligible employees of ODL, Inc who are well-qualified students who will be pursuing a full-time undergraduate degree.
Fund Administration
The Karen and Larry Mulder Scholarship Fund is administered by the Community Foundation of the Holland/Zeeland Area. All applications are reviewed and selected by their appointed scholarship committee.
Scholarship Awards
The scholarship awards may be used toward tuition, books, required expenses and fees. The number of scholarships awarded each year is based on funding availability. Scholarships will be awarded in the amount of up to $7,000 per year and are renewable for up to four years while working towards an under-graduate degree and maintaining a 3.0 GPA.
Eligibility
1. Applicant must be a U.S. citizen accepted to an accredited college/university in the U.S.
2. Award recipients must be under the age of 25 and meet the criteria to qualify for dependent benefits through an ODL eligible employee.
3. An ODL eligible employee is an individual who is currently employed by ODL at a U.S. facility and has held a regular job with the company for one year, or more, and completed 1,500 hours in the previous 12 months. Children of officers and directors of the company are not eligible.
4. Scholarships are limited to students pursuing an undergraduate degree.
5. Applicant must have an acceptance letter from the college they plan to attend.
6. Applicants, who are high school seniors with a cumulative grade point average of 2.5 or applicants who are current college students with a cumulative grade point average of 3.0 are encouraged to apply for scholarship funding.
SEPARATE APPLICATION PROCESS: Please download this PDF application.
Careerline Tech Center Scholarship
The Careerline Tech Center scholarship awards scholarships to students who have excelled in their coursework at the tech center and are interested in pursuing a higher education.
Applications are available through the Careerline Tech Center.
Jessie F. Dalman Scholarship
The Jessie F. Dalman Scholarship Fund was developed to honor young women who have achieved academic excellence and an outstanding record of leadership and community involvement. Two $1,000 scholarships are awarded to female applicants from any of the following schools: Black River, Holland Public Schools, Holland Christian High School, Hudsonville High School, Hudsonville Unity High School, West Ottawa High Schools, and Zeeland High Schools.
Scholarship applicants will be reviewed according to the following criteria:
• Applicants must be planning to attend a two or four-year accredited college or university
• Academic excellence as demonstrated by a minimum high school GPA of 3.0, class rank, and ACT scores
• A record of service in community activities in addition to high school activities
• Exceptional performance in leadership positions in student and class government and extracurricular activities
Fifth Third Bank Minority Scholarship
The Fifth Third Bank Minority Scholarship awards two $500 scholarships to graduating seniors who are a racial/ethnic minority and a first generation college bound student. Applications are accepted from Black River, Holland High School, Holland Christian High School, West Ottawa High Schools or Zeeland High Schools.
Scholarship applicants will be reviewed according to the following criteria:
• Academic scores of 2.5 or higher
• Racial or ethnic minority status
• First generation college student
• Promise for the future
Kaminski Family Scholarship
The Kaminski Family Scholarship awards four $500 scholarships to graduating seniors who participate in the activities of one of the following youth agencies, Barnabas Ministries, Boys and Girls Club, Children’s Advocacy Center, and Rock Urban Youth Ministries. Interested applicants are asked to seek the support of their mentor or counselor from one of the above named organizations in completing the application.
Scholarship applicants will be reviewed according to the following criteria:
• Academic record demonstrating continuous improvement
• Desire to attempt higher education
Lakeshore United Soccer Club Scholarship
The Lakeshore United Soccer Club scholarship awards $1,000 scholarships to graduating seniors who have participated in Lakeshore United Soccer Club, USA Soccer, and/or West Michigan Fire for a minimum of four years.
Scholarship applicants will be reviewed according to the following criteria:
• Participation in Lakeshore United Soccer Club, USA Soccer, and/or West Michigan Fire for a minimum of four years
• High involvement in other soccer activities such as coaching and refereeing
• Academic success as demonstrated by a minimum high school GPA of 2.5
• Financial need is a consideration
• Applications must include a letter of recommendation from either a club or school soccer coach
Latin Americans United for Progress Dream Scholarship
Applications Due on March 15
The LAUP Dream Scholarship awards two $500 scholarships to graduating seniors of Hispanic origin from Black River, Holland High School, the West Ottawa High Schools, and the Zeeland High Schools. Applicants to the LAUP scholarship may also be considered for other scholarships administered directly by LAUP.
Scholarship applicants will be reviewed according to the following criteria:
• Financial need
• Academic excellence as measured by the student’s grade point average
• Involvement in school and community activities
• The strength of a student’s course load
• Essay question: Include a statement of your career and personal goals as well as a description of an aspect of Hispanic culture that is important to you
Samuel Meengs Scholarship Fund
This scholarship was established in memory of Samuel Meengs, a Hope College student and an active member of the Holland and Zeeland community. This scholarship awards a $500 scholarship to a graduating senior from Black River, Calvary Schools of Holland, Holland Christian High School, Holland High School, West Ottawa High Schools, or Zeeland High Schools.
Scholarship applicants will be reviewed according to the following criteria:
• Academic excellence as demonstrated by a minimum high school GPA of 4.0 and an ACT score of at least 27;
• A record of community service and extra curricular activities,
• Involvement in high school sports, music, or the arts and,
• The strength of a student’s course load
• Acceptance and intention to attend Hope College.
