Scholarships and Financial Aid

$168,318
Donated
258% of $65,000 goal
511
Donors
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Support Scholarships and Financial Aid

Grinnell College remains one of the last institutions in the Midwest committed to need-blind admission, ensuring that domestic students are admitted based on talent and potential, not financial background. With 92% of students receiving financial aid and 18% identifying as first-generation college students, this commitment propels Grinnellians to extraordinary heights. A gift to scholarships and financial aid supports our commitment to need-blind admission and the no-loan program, ensuring students can focus on their education without the burden of overwhelming debt.

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Scarlet & Give Back Day - 2026
2,607 Donors - $1,714,573 Donated
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Updates
Getting closer to unlocking $150,000 challenge from Board of Trustees

Scarlet has been busy spreading Scarlet & Give Back Day cheer! Add to her enthusiasm by making a gift and helping unlock the Trustee challenge. 

59 days ago by Jillian Beukema
Scarlet on Parade results are in! πŸŽ‰

The votes are in and we have our winning designs! πŸ₯Drum roll please...

πŸ₯‡1st place: Swim and Dive 


πŸ₯ˆ2nd place: Women’s Soccer


πŸ₯‰3rd place: Student Health and Wellness 


Thank you to everyone who participated and/or voted for your favorite design! 

59 days ago by Jessica Herzberg
Well done, Grinnellians! 🫢

The 50 state/D.C. match has been met and unlocked $100,000 to the Pioneer Fund from the Cabin Foundation!

60 days ago by Jillian Beukema
Campus is buzzing with Scarlet & Give Back Day cheer!

60 days ago by Jillian Beukema
Scarlet on Parade voting is now open!

Vote for your favorite by clicking here!

60 days ago by Jillian Beukema

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