Scholarships

Supporting Garfield’s Future Leaders: It’s All About the Kids!

At Garfield Golden Grads, we wholeheartedly believe that investing in our youth is investing in our future. Through our scholarship programs, we are dedicated to providing opportunities for talented Garfield seniors to pursue their higher education aspirations.

Watch videos from scholarship winners to learn how much your donation means to them! Below are testimonials from two scholarship winners. We will be posting many more on our YouTube Channel, www.youtube.com/@GarfieldGoldenGrads. Please visit and subscribe so you see every one of them.

2024 winner Madeleine Smith, University of Connecticut, for Ecology and Evolutionary Biology:

2024 winner Cole Lithman, Vanderbilt University, for Political Science:

Empowering Through Education

Our scholarship funds are fueled by the generosity of individual members, and the annual income from named endowment funds with specific purposes.

Making a Difference Together

You can play a vital role in shaping the future by contributing to the GGG General Scholarship Fund. Whether through a direct gift, establishing an endowment, or including us in your estate planning, your support ensures that Garfield students have the resources they need to succeed. For guidance on giving, please contact Scholarship Chair Roberta Najee ’71 at Roberta.najee@gmail.com.

Diverse Scholarship Opportunities

Garfield students on staircase

Garfield students, 2019

From general scholarships to specialized funds supporting fine arts, vocational training, STEM education, leadership, and more, our scholarships cater to a wide range of student interests and needs.

Join Us in Making an Impact

Your donation, no matter the size, makes a meaningful difference. Plus, your gift is tax-deductible. Please visit the Donations page today to pay online via PayPal or mail your contribution using the provided donation form.

Thank you for your unwavering support and dedication to Garfield’s future leaders!