In short
Grand Rapids Community Foundation addresses AI in its scholarship applications. It says AI tools can help with brainstorming or editing. A personal statement should still reflect the student's own voice and perspective.
Varies by program. The rule is set in each program's guidelines, so check the one you are applying to.
For applicants
- On scholarship applications, applicants may use AI tools for brainstorming or editing. The personal statement should reflect the applicant's own voice and perspective. [1]
For reviewers
Grand Rapids Community Foundation has published no rules for reviewers.
Sources
Student Resources + FAQs | Grand Rapids Community Foundation (opens in a new tab)
While AI tools can be helpful for brainstorming or editing, your personal statement should reflect your own voice and perspective.
This page summarizes what the funder has published and is not legal advice. Policies change, and one solicitation can add its own rules. Confirm against the funding announcement before you apply.