Provided by GCSAA Foundation
The Par Aide Garske Grant competition offers educational aid to the children and step-children of GCSAA members. Applicants must be graduating high school seniors and accepted at institutions of higher learning for the upcoming year. Funded by Par Aide in honor of Joseph S. Garske and administered by the GCSAA Foundation. $14,000 in scholarships will be awarded. Scholarship award checks will be made payable to the applicant and his or her educational institution.
Award amount
Varies
Number of awards
Multiple
Frequency
See provider
Deadline
Not specified
Time to apply
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Essay
May be required — check provider
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.
Submit an original essay of up to, but not exceeding, 500 words evaluating a significant experience, achievement, or risk and its impact on the you. The essay must be original.
Financial need is not a factor in the selection.
Confirm eligibility
Review the scholarship eligibility information on this page and on the provider’s official instructions to confirm you qualify before you invest time in an application.
Gather required materials
Collect transcripts, test scores, essays, letters of recommendation, portfolios, or any other items the program lists as required.
Submit through the official program
Complete the application using the provider’s published process—often an online form or portal—and submit before the stated deadline. Keep a copy of your confirmation when available.
Important
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