Grady Strong Scholarship
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APPLICATION PROCESS
Applications must be received by November 30, 2026
To Apply:
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Submit a short essay explaining why you are deserving of the Grady Strong Scholarship
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Submit two (2) letters of recommendation; at least one should be from someone in the golf industry that can attest to your characteristics and desire to become a superintendent
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Submit proof of enrollment within a turfgrass management program (or related major)
Email applications to brian@superscratchfoundation.org by November 30th.
Criteria
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Candidate should embody the characteristics that defined Grady's life, including perseverance and resilience in the face of challenging circumstances
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Candidate must be enrolled in a turfgrass management program (or related major) with a focus on becoming a golf course superintendent
Funds will be applied to Spring Semester tuition
About Grady
Grady was born September 28, 2020 in Seattle, Washington, to Michael and Jenna Breuer. He passed away in his loving mom’s arms April 30, 2023 at Bay Area Hospital in Coos Bay, Oregon.
Grady spent most of his life fighting big battles. Born with a severe heart condition called Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome, his first of many open-heart surgeries was at 3 days old. From there Grady overcame many, many setbacks. He “steamrolled” right through even when people counted him out.
In his short, but meaningful life, Grady was loved by many people from all over the world. He inspired countless people to love harder, appreciate the small things in life, and to never quit. Grady came into the world as a warrior and he left as a warrior.
Grady's inspirational journey has profoundly reshaped our perspectives on the resilience of the human spirit amidst challenges. Grady's unwavering courage serves as an enduring beacon, compelling us to continue his legacy by extending support to others in need.
In commemoration of this remarkable resilience and thanks to the support of our friends at Harrell's, we are proud to offer the Grady Strong Scholarship. This award seeks to honor individuals who have surmounted formidable adversities, traversing through arduous paths while exhibiting fortitude and determination. The scholarship aims to empower deserving candidates on their pursuit of higher education in the field of turfgrass, fostering their aspirations and enabling them to realize their academic ambitions.
We invite those who resonate with this vision and have demonstrated exceptional resilience to aspire for this esteemed scholarship. Application details will be available soon.
Scholarship Amount: $5,000