• Buchanan Promise Eligibility Application

    Buchanan Promise Eligibility Application

    Application Deadline - March 15, 2026
  • The Buchanan Promise provides up to four (4) years of financial support, with a maximum of $3,750 per school year (depending on your scholarship funding percentage level), to be applied toward educational expenses for a degree, certificate, or training program. Eligible expenses include tuition, fees, books, and room & board charged through your institution's account.

    Important: Consult your tax advisor regarding the taxability of Buchanan Promise funds.

    Key Details:

    • Disbursement: Funds will be disbursed to the institution and not directly to students.
    • Usage Period: Funds must be used within six (6) years of high school graduation and are intended to be distributed equally over this period. Exceptions may be granted for active military service.
    • Award Acceptance: You must accept or defer your Promise award through the Promise Pledge link by August 15th. Failure to do so will result in removal from consideration.
    • Enrollment Verification: If using your award for the fall semester, you must submit proof of enrollment (e.g., enrollment letter, class schedule, or tuition statement that includes your name, your school name and student ID number).
    • Contact Information Updates: Notify the Buchanan Promise office immediately of any changes to your contact information, including home/school address, phone number, email, or institution. 
    • Consent to Receive Text Messages: If you consent to receive text messages, you will receive reminder text messages throughout the Buchanan Promise Scholarship process from Michigan Gateway Community Foundation. Message and data rates may apply. Message frequency varies. Reply STOP to opt out at any time or HELP for assistance. 
    • Privacy Policy and Terms & Conditions: Michigan Gateway Community Foundation Privacy Policy & Terms and Conditions

    For questions or additional details, please contact the Buchanan Promise at info@buchananpromise.com.

  • Do you agree to the terms & conditions and consent to receive text messges?*
  • I. Personal Data:

    Tell us about yourself
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  • What grade did you first start to attend Buchanan Community Schools?*

  • Please provide contact information for a parent/guardian. We may use both your contact information and your parent/guardian contact information to make sure you receive all important communication. 

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  • II. Additional Application Information:

    The following questions benefit us in our efforts to support you but are entirely optional to complete.
  • Would you be interested in or willing to participate in Promise Fulfilled Video Interview Promotion?

  • What are your post-secondary education plans after graduation?
  • I would be interested in exploring a Promise Mentor Program:
  • I would be interested in being a:
  • I would be interested in engaging with fellow Promise Alumni for networking opportunities:
  • II. Additional Application Information:

  • Date*
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    2 digit month, 2 digit day, 4 digit year
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  • Michigan Gateway Community Foundation is committed to equal opportunity in employment and education. The Foundation does not discriminate in any program or activity on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, disability, marital status, or any other protected class.

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