Endowment & Scholarships
Many in our community see supporting a Brother Rice education as one of the most important and meaningful ways to make an impact with their philanthropy. We are grateful to those who make providing assistance for deserving students at Brother Rice a priority. It is the single most impactful way you can make a difference in a student’s life.
Each year Brother Rice receives an increasing number of financial aid applications. Despite more than 60% of our students annually receiving need-based financial aid and tuition assistance, the unmet need continues to grow. We never want a student to decide against pursuing a Brother Rice education due to financial reasons. We must remain competitive and diverse and expand our capacity to welcome students whose families would otherwise be unable to afford a Catholic education at Brother Rice High School.
Through the generous contributions of our Brother Rice Alumni, families, benefactors, and friends, we are able to offer financial assistance to deserving students and their families. Following the lived example of Blessed Edmund Rice and our Christian Brothers, we take inspiration in the gospel values that inspire us to look beyond ourselves and serve the greater good. By supporting scholarships and endowment, our supporters provide Brother Rice with the access to the resources needed to see the dignity and potential in each young man, removing some of the financial barriers to receiving a Brother Rice education and allowing us to remain competitive in the high school landscape.
Please join us in making a Brother Rice education possible for a student in need.
Endowment
Endowed Fund contributions are invested in a diversified portfolio that seeks to protect the principal and generates interest income which is used as an annual scholarship distribution creating a lasting impact.
A LASTING LEGACY
There are several ways to provide funding as an individual or family, often in honor or memory of a loved one. Once a fund is named, a portion of the investment income is distributed as a scholarship.
Endowed fund contributions are invested in a diversified portfolio that seeks to protect the principal and generate interest income used as an annual scholarship distribution.
Establish a Fund | Named Funds
Establishing a fund with the Brother Rice Foundation requires a minimum commitment of $25,000. To formally and publicly establish a Named Fund requires a $100,000 commitment contributable over a mutually agreed-upon timeframe. It is our preference that commitments be fulfilled within five years when possible.
Named Fund
Once the Named Fund reaches $100,000, a portion of the investment income is distributed as a scholarship in accordance with the Foundation spending policy (currently up to 5% of a three-year weighted average of the FYE fund balance).
Partially Endow a Named Fund
To partially endow a Named Fund in perpetuity with the Brother Rice Foundation to cover at least half the cost of tuition for one Brother Rice student requires a $250,000 commitment contributable over a mutually agreed-upon timeframe.
Fully Endow a Named Fund
To fully endow a Named Fund in perpetuity with the Brother Rice Foundation to cover the full cost of tuition for at least one Brother Rice student – requires a $500,000 commitment contributable over a mutually agreed-upon timeframe.
Scholarships
A Four-Year Scholarship is a commitment to support the financial need of a student during his time at Brother Rice. Through your annual giving each year, your full gift makes an immediate impact.
AN IMMEDIATE IMPACT
Current use scholarships are directly expendable funds that make an immediate impact in the full amount of the gift. Current use scholarships compliment Endowed Funds by allowing the Brother Rice Leadership to be nimble and responsive to the current need of the moment, ensuring accessibility to as many students as possible at Brother Rice.
Establish a Four-Year Scholarship
Your annual donation contributes to the cost of a student’s tuition and fees for his four years at Brother Rice. Once a student is admitted and qualifies for tuition assistance, Brother Rice is committed to assuring his family that he will receive the awarded aid for all four of his years at Brother Rice.
— Sponsor a Student – Full Tuition*
— Sponsor a Student – Half Tuition*
— Provide Annual Tuition Assistance:
- $5,000 per year ($20,000 total commitment)
- $2,500 per year ($10,000 total commitment)
If you are not ready to establish a new fund or scholarship, you can contribute to an existing fund that matches your passion.
Tuition Assistance & Scholarship Listings
Current Use Scholarships
Eugene Andrews Scholarship
Established to provide tuition assistance to students in need of financial assistance who desire a Catholic Education.
Brother Rice Alumni Association Scholarships
The Alumni Association awards multiple scholarships to students selected by the Alumni Association Award Committee. The student must display involvement in extra-curricular activities, exhibit leadership abilities, and maintain good behavior and academic standing.
Business Entrepreneurship Alliance for Marian & Brother Rice (BEAM&R) (Nominations Only)
The BEAM&R Scholarship is awarded to a member of the BEAM&R student organization, based on their participation in the group and in DECA, an international organization of marketing students. The BEAM&R Scholarship is based on academic achievement, demonstrated participation and leadership in the organization, additional co-curricular involvement, and financial need.
Donaldson Family Fund Scholarship
Established in appreciation for the role Brother Rice plays in the forming of young men, this fund supports tuition assistance to ensure the life-changing experience of a Brother Rice Education remains affordable and accessible to as many qualified young men as possible.
W. Michael George Scholarship
Established in honor of Br. Charles A. Avendano, former teacher and mentor at Brother Rice High School, this scholarship provides full tuition for a student for his four-year journey at Brother Rice.
House of Bricks Scholarship (Nominations only)
This scholarship is supported by Adam G. House ’96 in honor of the quality Catholic Education he experienced at Brother Rice High School. This scholarship is awarded to a sophomore student based on “demonstrated improvement” and being “Christ-like to his peers.”
M. Reid MacGuidwin Memorial Scholarship
In Memory of M. Reid MacGuidwin and presented by the JCM foundation and the MacGuidwin brothers: Scott ’69, Mark ’70, Reid ’71, Jim ’74, and Keith ‘76, this award ensures the availability of quality Catholic education for academically capable students with financial need.
Brian Patrick McConnell Memorial Scholarship (Awarded to an OLQM student)
Awarded by the Brian Patrick McConnell Foundation, to an 8th grader from OLQM, fulfilling the desire to connect both schools that Brian attended with a scholarship in his memory.
Patrick McDunn Excellence Scholarship
This memorial scholarship honors one of the most beloved and influential teachers at Brother Rice. For more than 30 years, Patrick McDunn taught English and writing to our students, and is credited by many former students for preparing them well for college courses.
James Nelson ’85 Tuition Grant
This partial tuition grant is for a student’s sophomore tuition and is given in honor of James Nelson ’85 in recognition for his commitment to ensuring affordability and accessibility at Brother Rice.
IKE Onwuzurike Guardian Angel Fund (Merit-based, apply through WIWD Foundation)
This scholarship was formed in memory of Ikechukwu C. Onwuzurike ’14, an exemplary Brother Rice student and servant of God. The recipient should embody the characteristics that IKE held dear; strong faith in God, selfless service to others, and a curious passion for learning. Applicants are asked to submit an essay– after reading the book, “Losing Ike to God and How God Comforted Us,” or by interviewing IKE’s family and friends. This Scholarship is funded by the WIWD Foundation.
RG Family Scholarship
Established by a member of the Class of 1975 and his Family, this scholarship provides full tuition for a student for his four-year journey at Brother Rice.
Robert Stark ’64 Excellence Scholarship
This scholarship was established to honor math teacher and long-time cross country & track coach Bob Stark. As a member of our first graduating class in 1964, Bob attended the University of Notre Dame and then returned home to Brother Rice to begin his teaching career. For more than 40 years, Bob coached and taught Brother Rice students how to excel at math and in life.
Taunt Family Foundation Scholarship (Nominations only)
In memory of Elsie B. Omans Taunt, Joseph L. Taunt, Charles J. Taunt ’67, and Bruce J. Taunt ’68, this annual scholarship is presented to a freshman student(s) based on academic effort, as well as school and community service.
Alex Thoresen Memorial Mission Trip Scholarship (designated application in November of each year)
This award provides a scholarship for a student to attend the Brother Rice Peru Mission Trip. The student should exemplify a strong desire for spiritual development and dedication to serving those in need. The spirit of this scholarship matches the importance Alex (Class of 2012) placed on performing random acts of kindness.
Jorge P. Torriglia Memorial Scholarship (Merit Based)
This scholarship was established by family and friends in memory of Jorge P. Torriglia ’05. Jorge was a devoted son, brother, nephew, cousin, and friend and was deeply loved by his family, friends, and Brother Rice classmates. Candidates must be a Kairos leader, participant, or intending to attend the Kairos retreat.
Warrior Brotherhood Scholarship
This scholarship provides partial tuition assistance awards funded by a collective of donors who make a four-year commitment to parallel the journey of the student beneficiaries.
Endowment Funds – Tuition Assistance & Scholarship
Neema Bastanfar ’99 Memorial Scholarship (Nominations only)
In Memory of Neema Bastanfar ’99, this endowed scholarship is awarded by our faculty each year to a freshman student with strong academic and leadership capabilities. The Bastanfar family founded this memorial in loving remembrance of their son, Neema.
John Birney ‘76 Endowed Scholarship
Members of the Class of 1986 formed this endowed scholarship to honor their fellow Warrior and teacher, Mr. John Birney ’76, in gratitude for his many years of service to Brother Rice as both teacher and President, and in recognition of the impact he made in the lives of his students and our community.
Class of 1986 Endowed Scholarship
Members of the Class of 1986 formed this endowed scholarship to prepare the way for the next generation of Warriors. The donating members of the class of 1986 volunteered their support of this scholarship to give back to an institution that played an important role in their formation as young men.
Christian Brothers Endowed Fund
Established in 1996 by the Christian Brothers of the Brother Rice Community, this fund ensures that educational opportunities remain available to a wide range of deserving students who desire a Catholic education.
Deceased Parent Fund
This endowed fund was established by the Brother Rice Dad’s Club for the continuing education of any Brother Rice student who experiences the loss of a parent during their time at Brother Rice. This provides for full tuition for the student for their remaining semesters at Brother Rice.
Susan Diehl-Jones Memorial Scholarship (Nominations only)
In Memory of Susan Diehl-Jones, a longtime member of the Brother Rice Science Department and established by her husband, William Jones, this endowed scholarship is to be given to a sophomore who is interested in learning and demonstrates an interest and aptitude for science.
James O. Flynn Division Scholarship
The James O. Flynn Division on the Ancient Order of Hibernians – Oakland County, MI, has funded an award to be given to a Brother Rice freshman to be applied toward his sophomore year. The student shall be of a Catholic faith and at least 25% Irish. To be considered, applicants must earn a minimum GPA of 3.0 and participate in at least one extra-curricular team or sport at Brother Rice.
Foundation Tuition Assistance Award
In 2015, the Brother Rice Endowment Fund and Brother Rice High School joined efforts to establish the annual Rice in the D, which supports the growth of the Brother Rice Endowment Fund as well as annual tuition assistance for deserving Brother Rice students.
Albert & Phyllis Fracassa Leadership Scholarship
This scholarship honors the commitment and leadership of Al and Phyllis Fracassa to the Brother Rice Community and the countless young men who have been touched by their example. The recipient must demonstrate high character and a commitment to excellence, as embodied by Coach Fracassa.
Br. George A. Gremley Endowed Fund
This fund supports financial aid for students in memory of former school leader, Br. George A. Gremley.
Fr. Joseph A. Grimaldi Endowed Fund
This fund supports financial aid for students in honor of beloved former Christian Brother and principal, Fr. Joseph Grimaldi.
James Grimaldi Endowed Fund
This fund was established by the donor to provide financial assistance to students in need.
Cullen G. Haffey Endowed Fund (Nominations only)
Created by the Haffey Family and the Class of 2014 ,in loving memory of Cullen. This fund supports the Band of Brothers Scholarship which is awarded annually to a sophomore student(s) who exhibits a strong commitment to the culture of the Band of Brothers, has shown significant involvement in community service work, and exhibits a genuine care and concern for all of his classmates. This fund also supports mental health initiatives at Brother Rice.
Ronald Kalczynski and Chain S. Sandhu Scholarship
This scholarship honors two extraordinary men who exemplify a strong work ethic, dedication to discipline, and passion for education. The Kal-Sandhu scholarship was established to assist young leaders who share these same traits and need financial assistance to attend Brother Rice.
Brother David MacIntyre RICE Award
Established to provide a partial tuition scholarship for incoming freshmen who express a strong desire for a Catholic Education and demonstrate exceptional aptitude in the pillars of our school: Respect, Integrity, Character, and Excellence.
John H. McGuckin ’64 & Richard H. McGuckin ‘70 Scholarship Fund
This full tuition scholarship was established by John McGuckin ’64, valedictorian, and graduate of the first Brother Rice Class.
Robert & Kathryn Milia Memorial Scholarship
This memorial scholarship was established to honor extraordinary parents who sacrificed and made education a priority for their children. The award seeks to assist a student with financial need to attend Brother Rice, giving selection priority to a single-parent student.
The Spencer Cole & M. Scott Mitchell Memorial Scholarship (Nominations only)
In Memory of Spencer Cole and M. Scott Mitchell, this endowed scholarship is supported by the Mitchell family. It is awarded to a junior on the basis of leadership and community service coupled with a good academic work ethic and a positive disciplinary record.
The Kevin E. Sczesny Memorial Scholarship (Nominations only)
In Memory of Kevin E. Sczesny, this scholarship is supported by the Sczesny Family in memory of their son and brother, Kevin. This student, selected by the sophomore faculty, is well-rounded and exemplifies the ideal qualities of a Brother Rice Warrior guided by the pillars of Respect, Integrity, Character, and Excellence.
The Michael Sennett ’87 “Count on Me” Scholarship
In Memory of Michael Sennett ’87, a leader in the Brother Rice community, captain of the Notre Dame Lacrosse Team, and inductee into the Michigan and Missouri Lacrosse Hall of Fame. Mike’s classmates, teammates, and family came create this scholarship to honor the legacy of Mike, a true Warrior. Recipients must be unselfish, have a heightened degree of responsibility, demonstrate leadership, and be self-confident and well-rounded (faith, family, academics, athletics, and community).
Shepanek Endowed Scholarship Fund
This scholarship was established by Chris and Suzanne Shepanek in honor of their deep belief in Catholic education. Applicant must have attended a Catholic primary or middle school and have a strong desire for a Catholic education.
Brad Simmons ‘75 Endowed Fund
In recognition for Brad’s commitment to the Brother Rice Alumni Association and service to Brother Rice, this fund supports the annual Legacy Scholarship given to incoming freshman legacy students, as well as the Brad Simmons ’75 Spirit of Brother Rice Scholarship for a student who demonstrates a strong commitment to community service and the Warrior Brotherhood.
Michael & Lynn Smith Endowed Fund
This annual scholarship established by the Smith Family honors their belief in the transformative power of education and paves the way for future students at Brother Rice.
Gerald C. Timmis III Family Scholarship
In support of Catholic education and the Warrior commitment to excellence, this scholarship was established by the Timmis Family for a student who demonstrates strong academics and financial needs. Candidates should demonstrate leadership capabilities, a commitment to community service, and profound generosity of spirit. The recipient promises to consider attending Kairos.
Patrick F. Trese ’89 Memorial Scholarship (Open to all juniors, merit-based)
This endowed scholarship is awarded to a junior student(s) who enjoys extracurricular activities and exhibits leadership, exceptional school spirit, a healthy sense of humor, self-confidence, and is highly regarded among his peers.
Jeffrey Ureel ’80 Memorial Scholarship (Awarded by St. Hugo)
This memorial scholarship is awarded to an 8th grader from St. Hugo of the Hills who best demonstrates how his faith, family, friends, and love for the outdoors will help him make a positive contribution to the Brother Rice Family.
Patricia & Owen C. Zidar Memorial Scholarship (designated application in November of each year)
In memory of Pat and Owen C. Zidar, this endowed scholarship is awarded each year to a junior who exhibits outstanding leadership, strong intellectual capability, Christian values, community service, strong work ethic, and personal integrity. This scholarship was established by the family in 1993 after the untimely death of Owen Zidar and now honors both Pat & Owen for their generous and passionate support of Brother Rice in its mission to foster the growth of potential leaders who desire a Catholic education. The Zidar Scholarship recipient will receive full tuition for senior year at Brother Rice.