Through generous memorial gifts and the work of Grace Foundation, Grace Lutheran is able to offer a several scholarships to students pursuing education beyond high school. All graduating seniors who are members of Grace are invited to apply for these scholarships.
Non-members may also apply, and may receive certain scholarships when there is no qualified applicant from the congregation.
The 2012-2013 scholarship application deadline is Friday, March 23, 2012. The Grace Scholarship Team announces award recipients each year in April.
Grace Lutheran offers two types of scholarships:
The Grace Foundation Scholarship is for any Grace Lutheran member attending a Lutheran college or university. The amount of the award varies depending on the decision of the Grace Foundation Board each year. This scholarship is renewable.
Several other named scholarships with defined award amounts are also available:
The Godtland Scholarship is a non-renewable $500.00 scholarship for a Grace Lutheran Church member who is a high school senior and will be attending any institution of higher learning.
The Gertrude Hanson Memorial Scholarship is a non-renewable $250.00 scholarship for a Grace Lutheran Church member who is a high school senior and will be attending any institution of higher learning.
The Lindsey Loehr Diemer Memorial Scholarship is a non-renewable $500.00 scholarship for a Grace Lutheran Church member who is a high school senior and will be attending any institution of higher learning.
The Janice M. and Henry J. Guse Scholarship is a non-renewable $1,000.00 scholarship for a high school senior who plans to enroll in a two-year or more nursing program and who demonstrates financial need. (Non-members may apply, and will receive consideration if no member of Grace Lutheran applies.)
The Lu Ryan Memorial Scholarship is a renewable $500.00 scholarship for a Grace Lutheran Church member who is a "non-traditional" student pursuing education to further their career. Students enrolled in professional certification or trade programs are eligible.
The Don Gross Scholarship is a non-renewable $500.00 scholarship for a high school senior who plans to seek a bachelor's degree in elementary education. (Non-members may apply, and will receive consideration if no member of Grace Lutheran applies.)
