2027 GTRCC Scholarship Application

Here's how it works :

*Scholarships are open to all students/residents of the defined geographical location of the Greater Toms River Area. Ex: Toms River, Manchester, Beachwood, Pine Beach, Berkeley Township, Brick, etc. Sending school & home sending district need to be within the Greater Toms River Area.

*Applicant must have a 3.0 weighted GPA at the time of application and must provide a copy of their high school transcript. (Unofficial transcript will be accepted)

*Applicant must rank in the top 50% in high school class ranking (if currently attending high school).

*Applicant must have been involved in their community in some manner.

*Applicant must have either work experience or school activities.

For additional information please contact Denise Santora at the Greater Toms River Chamber of Commerce at denise@tomsriverchamber.com.

Completed applications must be received by 5:00pm February 26, 2027. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Offered Scholarships Include:

Marilyn D. Brilliant Memorial Scholarship - $2,000 (STEM)
GTRCC Foundation Scholarship - $1,000 (General)
GTRCC Foundation Lucy Greene Scholarship - $1,000 (General)
Community Medical Center Scholarship - $1,000 (Health Related)
Denise Hughes Scholarship for the Arts & Sciences - $1,000 (Arts + Sciences)
The Future Leader Scholarship - $1,000 (General)
Got Mortgages Cares Scholarship - $1,000 (Business)
Marie E. Wolff Memorial Scholarship - $500 (Human Services)
The Oxx Foundation “Strength in Resilience” Scholarship - $500 (Health Related / Education / Business)
Narcissus Florals Scholarship - $500 (Creative Arts / Design)
The Digital Disruptor Scholarship - $500 (Website Design + Digital Marketing)
George P. Vanderveer American Legion Post 129 Scholarship - $500 (History, Oratorical, ROTC and children of veterans)
Jersey Coast Appliance Scholarship - $500 (Human Services)
The Journey Ahead Scholarship - $200 (Health Sciences)

Name

First NameLast Name

Address

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState

Zip Code

Phone Number

Format: (000) 000-0000.

E-mail

example@example.com

Date of Birth

Date

Parent/Guardian Name

First NameLast Name

Parent/Guardian Phone Number

Format: (000) 000-0000.

Parent/Guardian E-mail

example@example.com

How did you hear about the GTRCC Foundation Scholarship

Do you currently attend high school?

If so, what high school do you attend?

Are you the son/daughter of a member of the military or a veteran?

Intended Major

Please check scholarships for which you would like to apply (please do not check all)

List special activities or interests in high school and/or college (i.e.: clubs, sports, etc.)

List volunteer work in the community:

List any recent distinction, honors and/or awards you have received:

Outline Work Experience History

Intended Colleges, Universities or Trade Schools

What are your career objectives / goals? (150 words or less)

0/150

Cumulative GPA Unweighted

Cumulative GPA Weighted

How would the GTRCC Foundation Scholarship help you meet any unmet financial need

0/150

What inspired you to pursue your chosen field of study?

0/150

Name something that brings you joy 😊

Current Transcript

Teacher Recommendation - 1 required, 2 or more permitted.

*if you don't have your teacher rec, please email to denise@tomsriverhchamber.com when you receive. Must be emailed by February 27th, 2026 to qualify

Teacher Recommendation

Welcome to the GTRCC 2027 Foundation Scholarship Application!