GCSAA Par Aide Garske Grant

Original Requirements

• One of the applicant's parents or stepparents must be a current Class A, B, or C member, employed as a golf course superintendent or assistant, or a retired A-Retired, B-Retired, or AA member of the GCSAA for at least five consecutive years.
• Although more than one student from the same family may apply, only one child/stepchild of any individual member can receive an award in the same year.
• Children of those employed by Par Aide, the GCSAA Foundation's Board of Trustees, the GCSAA Board of Directors and GCSAA staff are not eligible for this program.
• The student must be a graduating high school senior and be accepted at an accredited institution of higher learning or trade school as a full-time student for the upcoming school year (verification required).
• The student must demonstrate a broad base of interests including involvement in volunteer activities and outside employment.
• The student must complete an essay not to exceed 500 words on the reasons he/she desires to continue his/her education. Answers to essay questions must be original and not previously submitted to the GCSAA Foundation.
• Financial need is not a factor in the selection.