California Scholarships for High School and College Students

Overview Since 2004 the Federation’s College Scholarship Program has distributed more than $7 million in awards, helping thousands of students attend accredited nonprofit colleges and universities. Each year the program typically grants about 70 scholarships, with total annual funding near $400,000. Available Scholarships and Eligibility - There are 16 distinct scholarship opportunities awarded on the basis of merit and/or financial need. - Most awards are intended for Jewish students who are permanent residents of one of the nine Bay Area counties: San Francisco, San Mateo, Santa Clara, Alameda, Contra Costa, Solano, Marin, Napa, or Sonoma. - The majority of scholarships...

Intro Yellow Brick Road is accepting scholarship applications from Monterey County high school seniors who will graduate in 2026, as well as from former YBR scholarship winners who require financial support to pursue education at an accredited college, university, or vocational school. Eligibility - Monterey County graduating high school seniors (class of 2026). - Previous Yellow Brick Road scholarship recipients seeking additional financial aid for accredited postsecondary study. Important dates - Application opens: January 1, 2026. - Application deadline: March 15, 2026 at 11:59 PM (no extensions). How to apply - Start your application by scrolling to the bottom of...

Introduction Applications are accepted for scholarships administered by the State Scholarship Committee. Completed applications must be delivered to the office of the Chairperson of the State Scholarship Committee between January 1 and March 15 of the application year. All applications must be postmarked by March 15. Important: Incomplete applications or those missing required documentation will be disqualified and not considered. Eligibility Requirements - Portuguese ancestry and status as a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident. - A minimum 3.50 total weighted GPA for grades 9–12, and must be a graduating senior from a California high school. An official high school...

Overview This award is intended for a California high school senior who intends to pursue a postsecondary theatre degree emphasizing costume design. Eligibility - Current high school senior residing in California. - Enrolled at a high school that has a theatre advisor who is an active CETA member. - Plans to declare a theatre major or minor (at a college, university, or conservatory) with the objective of working in theatrical costume design (not fashion design). Required application materials - A student-written letter of intent describing your goals for obtaining a theatre degree with a focus on theatrical costume design. Maximum...

Introduction The Rezvan Foundation offers scholarship support and ongoing mentorship to eligible students, covering up to full tuition — maximum $100,000 over four years for each Awardee. This program is intended to honor the generosity of Dr. Ahmad Rezvan and his family and to inspire recipients to “pay it forward” in future years. Questions If you need assistance or have questions about the program or the application, email us at info@rezvanfoundation.org. Who is eligible Applicants must meet all of the following requirements: - Be a U.S. resident. - Be currently enrolled in an accredited high school. - Have been a...

Program Overview The Mission Viejo Activities Committee (MVAC) offers a volunteer scholarship to recognize graduating high school seniors who demonstrate outstanding character and a strong commitment to community service. MVAC administers the program and selects recipients without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, or gender. Five scholarships are awarded each year, each valued at more than $1,000, with community service being the primary consideration. Eligibility To be considered, applicants must: - Be a current high school senior residing in the geographic boundaries of the Saddleback Valley Unified School District (SVUSD) or Capistrano Valley Unified School District (CVUSD). - Have completed at...

Thanks to the generosity of many individuals, families and local businesses, CFMC provides a range of scholarships for students in Monterey County to support their educational and career objectives. Most scholarship opportunities are available through our online scholarship portal; applicants should use that system to submit materials. Eligibility - Open to students from Monterey County. (Individual scholarship funds may have additional requirements—review each listing in the online system.) 2026 Scholarship Timeline - January 5, 2026: Online application portal opens. - March 15, 2026: Application deadline — applications must be submitted by midnight. - March–April 2026: Review period for submitted applications....

Overview This award supports a California high school senior who intends to pursue a career in theatre education. Who is eligible - Currently enrolled as a senior at a high school located in California. - The student’s high school must have a theatre advisor who is an active CETA member. - The applicant must plan to declare either a major or a minor in theatre at an accredited college, university, or conservatory, with the intention of ultimately working in theatre education. Application materials - An original essay describing the applicant’s perspective on the role of theatre (including educational theatre), the...

2026 PARC Environmental Stewardship Scholarship Total awards available: up to $3,000 Eligibility - Applicants must be graduating high school seniors who live in Placer, Nevada, or El Dorado County (California). Scholarship Topic - Submit either an original essay or a short video responding to the following about the North and Middle Fork American River canyons (upstream of Folsom Reservoir in the Auburn State Recreation Area): Why do you care about the American River and its canyons, and what actions should be taken to protect them for the future? Describe any river- or canyon-related activities you have been involved with. Submission...

Overview We are a place-based public charity founded by and for residents of a specific region. The Stanislaus Community Foundation manages about 150 distinct charitable funds created by individuals, families, businesses, and public and nonprofit organizations. Since 2002, SCF has distributed more than $15 million in grants and scholarships across our region. Whether a fund is established in memory of someone, to honor an educational institution, or to support a particular field of study, Stanislaus Community Foundation scholarship funds aim to benefit students now and for generations to come. Types of scholarships SCF offers both needs-based scholarships (awarded according to...

Overview Applicants should meet the program’s baseline qualifications before applying. The funder (JVS SoCal) supports students who are attending accredited U.S. postsecondary institutions and who demonstrate genuine financial need. Eligibility Criteria - Self-identify as Jewish. - Be at least 16 years old. - Have lived as a legal, permanent resident of Los Angeles County for a minimum of three years. - Be a U.S. citizen or a lawful permanent resident (Green Card holder). - Be accepted to or currently enrolled at an accredited college, university, or vocational school in the United States (public or private). - Be enrolled full-time. JVS...

Fund for Agricultural Education (FAE) Established under the guidance of the Yuba‑Sutter Farm Bureau, the Fund for Agricultural Education (FAE) raises resources to support local agricultural learning, youth programs, and related activities. Funds collected are allocated or used to carry out the following priorities: - Support agricultural education initiatives within the Yuba‑Sutter area. - Operate and manage a scholarship program that benefits local students. - Provide FFA members the chance to earn their own blue jacket through the Blue Jacket Bonanza Program. - Make targeted financial awards to organizations whose work aligns with the Fund’s mission. - Present safety training...