George and Mary Kremer embraced their Catholic faith throughout their lifetimes and were faithful witnesses of Jesus Christ in generously sharing their resources with others in need. George, born in New York City, always remembered with fondness the religious women who were part of his youth. Mary was the middle child of a devout Ohio Catholic family who, despite very modest means, made Catholic education for their children a priority.
Since 1985, The George and Mary Kremer Foundation has been committed to providing Catholic elementary schools in the continental United States with tuition assistance grants for children from financially challenged families.
St. Mary's Institute is proud to partner with the George and Mary Kremer Foundation to provide a total of $10,000 in tuition grants for SMI students. To be considered for a Kremer grant, families must prove financial need by completing a free and reduced lunch form. Families that meet income guidelines will be reviewed by the school Admissions office and families will be asked to complete a grant application. As with our other scholarship programs, families should complete their application by April 1. Grant awards are a minimum of $1,000 per student.
If you feel you qualify financially for this grant program and would like to be considered for future funding, please contact the school office at (518) 842-4100.