The Garretson Community Scholarship Foundation is dedicated to making a collective statement about the importance of education beyond high school. We are a locally-operated and supported, non-profit, tax-exempt scholarship foundation, operated by an all-volunteer Board of Directors committed to provide the encouragement and financial support our students need. Through GCSF, you also have the opportunity to support local students in their pursuit of higher education. If you have any interest in joining our board please contact Tad Heitkamp.

Each year our community is invited to show its support of GCSF through our annual fundraising golf tournament. Other funds are generously provided by local businesses, service organizations and individuals who desire to sponsor scholarships in their name. Thanks to our many dedicated supporters, the GCSF has awarded 185 graduates with $178,150 in scholarships since 2008. The graduating class of 2021 was awarded 17 of those scholarships totaling $22,500. In 2008, we paid out four scholarships totaling $2,400. We have come a long way in a short amount of time thanks to all of you!

Donations, registrations, and sponsorships can be sent to GCSF and 825 Jacob Cir, Garretson, SD 57030.