Our merit based Alumni Foundation Scholarship Award Winners are exceptional Golden High graduates who choose to continue their education at a Colorado based college or trade school. Our winners submit extensive applications to the Foundation for the review of the Board. Scholarships are awarded based upon academic record, application essay and faculty recommendations. Each year, the foundation expects to provide at least three worthy students scholarships of $2,000.00 for their first year of advanced education. Foundation Scholarship winners are honored at an awards ceremony conducted at Golden High School during the graduation festivities each May. 

In recent years Scholarships have been awarded to GHS Students to attend Colorado colleges such as:

Below is information about the endowed Honorary and Memorial College Scholarships we offer Golden High School (GHS) Students through the GHS Alumni Foundation.  Donations to any Honorary or Memorial Scholarship fund are accepted with gracious thanks and are reserved for the specific Scholarship as designated by the generous Donor.  If one is interested in establishing a Golden related Scholarship, please contact us.

The Bob Hayes President's Scholarship: Mr. Bob Hayes graduated from Golden High School in 1967 and later became a math teacher and coach for multiple sports at Golden High School, where he served for 38 years. Bob also taught outdoor experiential education (Senior Seminar) and was instrumental in developing the Experiential Education Program and the Junior Rafting Program at Golden High School. He was a lifetime supporter of education and athletics and earned the title of "Mr. Golden" in 2010 when the Golden High School gym was named, in his honor, The Robert G. Hayes Gym, for his dedication of years of service to the school. Furthermore, Bob served as the President of the Golden High School Alumni Foundation for many years. In his honor, the recipient of the Bob Hayes President's Scholarship should be a GHS student with good academic standing, be involved in Golden High School extracurricular activities and the Golden community.

Susan S. Branch Family Scholarship: Mrs. Sue Branch was a Colorado native and long-time Golden resident. She served as a substitute teacher for many years at GHS and the surrounding middle schools. Her family created this annual scholarship in Sue's memory to be awarded to a GHS student with plans to attend an in-state public college and to study to become a teacher.

Angela Elliott Scholarship: Ms. Angela Elliott is a 1993 GHS graduate whose life is a testament to the power of passion, connection, and community. A proud Demon through and through, Angela lit up the volleyball court with both talent and heart. However, her impact has stretched far beyond the game. Whether it was organizing events, lending a listening ear, or bringing together classmates and neighbors, Angela has a rare gift of connecting people and making everyone feel like they belong. In Angela’s honor, the Elliott Scholarship will be awarded annually to a first-generation college senior who will be attending any post-secondary education program (vocation/trade/college) and participates in the GHS volleyball program. The ideal candidate will exemplify Angela's spirit and be someone who shows dedication and leadership in volleyball, while also demonstrating a commitment to bringing teammates together and actively building a stronger, more inclusive community. 

Grenfell Family Memorial Scholarship: Established in loving memory of the Grenfell family, this scholarship honors generations of Golden High School graduates whose dedication to education and community has spanned decades. Founded through the legacy of Mr. Matthew Grenfell and inspired by the family’s long-standing support of the GHS Alumni Foundation, the scholarship reflects the values of generosity, perseverance, and pride shared across generations—from Mr. Richard Grenfell (Class of 1936) to his children and grandchildren. The Grenfell Scholarship supports GHS graduates who wish to pursue trade school or community college education in Colorado, continuing the family’s tradition of helping others build meaningful futures.  

Lowell Sharp Scholarship: Mr. Lowell Sharp was a long-time faculty member at Golden High School who passionately coached the Golden Debate team for decades.  He was a remarkable man and an outstanding teacher dedicated to GHS.  After his passing, his family created a scholarship to be awarded each year to a student who was active in Speech and Debate while at Golden High School and who is planning to major in Forensics, Communications or Education.

Western Undergraduate Exchange (WUE): Explore the WUE website below if you're a student interested in furthering your education in a cost-effective way by attending college out-of-state.  The website should be closely monitored because the schools and guidelines are subject to change.

https://www.wiche.edu/tuition-savings/wue/wue-list-of-schools