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What is a GritGrant?

GritGrants are cash awards that recognize high school students who overcome adversity to reach their goals. The award winners motivate others not to quit no matter the difficulty.

Who is it for?

High school students that are currently enrolled in an Uncharted Learning program within their school. To learn more about eligible Uncharted Learning programs click here.

How are students nominated?

Students are nominated by teachers who write a recommendation letter on their behalf. Interested in nominating a student in your Uncharted Learning class? Find out more here.

Big Impact.
Big Opportunity.

Through our partnership with Uncharted Learning we are able to better connect and be inspired by students that have overcome amazing obstacles within their lives to achieve their goals and never give up.

Number of high schools involved
Number of entrepreneurial programs
Students impacted over the last 4 years
Business models developed by students

Looking to Nominate a Student?

FOR TEACHERS

If you are an active teacher of an Uncharted Learning program and looking to nominate your student click below.
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Our partnership

GritGrants are made possible through the generosity and support of two organizations: The McKenzie Foundation and Uncharted Learning.
To learn more about each of the organizations and how we work together to recognize and empower young individuals to push through personal and professional obstacles click the button below.

“Grit” is an incredible predictor of success. In my mind, GritGrant winners overcome fear and earn the award by taking ACTION despite enormous difficulties. Their stamina, resilience and never-quit attitude is admirable and that’s what motivates others that they too can accomplish their goals.

Founder @ GritGrant Jim McKenzie

Past &
Current Award Recipients

Take a look at some of the inspirational individuals that we have been fortunate enough to award a GritGrant.