Congratulations to our 2025 award recipients!
We have nine (9) recipients who were awarded a scholarship at our June 14th award ceremony. See more here.
THE 2026 APPLICATION IS DUE MAY 1ST!
Financial Information is not required for our local scholarship. Whether you are a first time applicant or previously received an award, you are welcome to apply for 2026.
Eligibility Requirements:
- Will be enrolled in post-secondary (college/university or career certificate) classes for the Spring 2027 semester
- NEW FOR 2026: part time students and those who already have a degree may apply!
- Your permanent residence is in Granville or Tolland, Massachusetts 01034 (dormatories or temporary apartments during the school year do not disqualify you).
- Have not received an award from GTDFS more than 4 times previously
- Applications must be submitted by May 1, 2026
Application Requirements:
- 300 word Goals & Aspirations Essay to be revised for each scholarship year
- Activities updated each scholarship year
- Work Experience updated each scholarship year
- Community Service - Have you volunteered for Granville-Tolland Dollars for Scholars?
- Academic Grade Point Average from fall semester
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FROM HIGH SCHOOL TO COLLEGE AND BEYOND...
Since 1974, the Granville-Tolland Dollars for Scholars® has been awarding annual scholarships to undergraduate students who are residents of Tolland or Granville. Scholarships are awarded based upon financial need, academic performance and community service. Each student's scholarship may be renewed year to year, provided the recipient reapplies by the May 1st deadline, meets all application criteria, and remains in good academic standing as a full-time undergraduate at an accredited college or university.
All monies raised in our annual fund drives (excluding a small portion to cover administrative costs) are given to support our local students. Recipients are selected fairly and anonymously regardless of race, color, creed, religion, gender, national origin, or disability.
The Granville-Tolland Dollars for Scholars is a non-profit, tax-exempt volunteer chapter of Scholarship America®. All contributions are tax deductible. We are a 501(c)(3) corporation and our Federal Tax Identification Number is 46-5057848.
Our Mission Statement:
The mission of the Granville-Tolland Dollars for Scholars is to promote scholarship, community involvement and leadership among the undergraduate college students of Granville and Tolland through financial awards.
Our address & email:
Granville-Tolland Dollars for Scholars
P.O. Box 214
Granville, MA 01034
granvilletollanddfs@gmail.com
