Carol-Arbini McFarland Rosemont Community Service Scholarship
$1,500
The Rosemont Community Association is now accepting applications for the 20th Annual Carol Arbini-McFarland Rosemont Community Service Scholarship.
Award: $1,500
Purpose: To recognize graduating seniors who demonstrate strong commitment to community service.
Eligibility and requirements:
- Applicant must be a resident of the Rosemont neighborhood. Rosemont’s boundaries are Folsom Boulevard to Jackson Highway, and Bradshaw Road to South Watt Avenue.
- Must be a graduating senior.
- Cumulative academic record equivalent to a “B” average (minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0). Completion of Honors and AP coursework will be given additional consideration.
- Demonstrated participation in school and/or community activities, with...
The Rosemont Community Association is now accepting applications for the 20th Annual Carol Arbini-McFarland Rosemont Community Service Scholarship.
Award: $1,500
Purpose: To recognize graduating seniors who demonstrate strong commitment to community service.
Eligibility and requirements:
- Applicant must be a resident of the Rosemont neighborhood. Rosemont’s boundaries are Folsom Boulevard to Jackson Highway, and Bradshaw Road to South Watt Avenue.
- Must be a graduating senior.
- Cumulative academic record equivalent to a “B” average (minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0). Completion of Honors and AP coursework will be given additional consideration.
- Demonstrated participation in school and/or community activities, with...
Alan Lucus Educational Scholarship
$5,000
Award range: $1,500–$5,000
Overview:
Financial awards are available for advanced undergraduate and graduate students pursuing studies focused on light and lighting. Applicants working on significant projects or thesis research about lighting may receive additional priority.
Who is eligible:
- Junior (third-year) or senior (fourth-year) undergraduate students studying subjects centered on lighting.
- Graduate students whose coursework or research is focused on lighting.
- Applicants undertaking specific lighting-related projects, with extra consideration given to graduate students developing a thesis on light or lighting.
Relevant fields:
Programs in lighting architecture, electrical engineering, interior design, theater, film/TV, lighting design, vision science, or other...
Award range: $1,500–$5,000
Overview:
Financial awards are available for advanced undergraduate and graduate students pursuing studies focused on light and lighting. Applicants working on significant projects or thesis research about lighting may receive additional priority.
Who is eligible:
- Junior (third-year) or senior (fourth-year) undergraduate students studying subjects centered on lighting.
- Graduate students whose coursework or research is focused on lighting.
- Applicants undertaking specific lighting-related projects, with extra consideration given to graduate students developing a thesis on light or lighting.
Relevant fields:
Programs in lighting architecture, electrical engineering, interior design, theater, film/TV, lighting design, vision science, or other...
Hon. Ruth Bader Ginsburg Scholarship
$7,500
## About the WLALA Foundation Tuition Scholarships
**Purpose and focus**
The WLALA Foundation offers tuition scholarships to law students committed to advancing social justice, equality, and inclusion. The award honors the legacy of Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg by supporting students who demonstrate sustained devotion to issues affecting women, children, minorities, and other historically marginalized communities. These scholarships are intended to help future lawyers who will use their legal careers to promote equitable outcomes and public service in the Los Angeles area.
Key takeaways:
- Supports law students devoted to social justice and inclusion.
- Honors Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg’s legacy....
## About the WLALA Foundation Tuition Scholarships
**Purpose and focus**
The WLALA Foundation offers tuition scholarships to law students committed to advancing social justice, equality, and inclusion. The award honors the legacy of Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg by supporting students who demonstrate sustained devotion to issues affecting women, children, minorities, and other historically marginalized communities. These scholarships are intended to help future lawyers who will use their legal careers to promote equitable outcomes and public service in the Los Angeles area.
Key takeaways:
- Supports law students devoted to social justice and inclusion.
- Honors Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg’s legacy....
Mira Mesa Town Council Verne Goodwin Scholarship
$1,000
Intro
Mira Mesa Town Council (MMTC) is inviting graduating high school seniors who live in Mira Mesa and have been active volunteers in the community to apply for its annual community-service scholarship. The Verne Goodwin Scholarship Fund will present three $1,000 awards in June. There is no minimum GPA requirement. Eligible applicants must reside in Mira Mesa, be members of their high school graduating class, and plan to continue their education at a 4-year college or university, a 2-year community college, or a vocational/technical program.
Eligibility
- Graduating senior this year from a local high school
- Current resident of...
Intro
Mira Mesa Town Council (MMTC) is inviting graduating high school seniors who live in Mira Mesa and have been active volunteers in the community to apply for its annual community-service scholarship. The Verne Goodwin Scholarship Fund will present three $1,000 awards in June. There is no minimum GPA requirement. Eligible applicants must reside in Mira Mesa, be members of their high school graduating class, and plan to continue their education at a 4-year college or university, a 2-year community college, or a vocational/technical program.
Eligibility
- Graduating senior this year from a local high school
- Current resident of...
Hon. Judge Beverly Reid O'Connell Scholarship
$5,000
Scholarship Overview
The WLALA Foundation offers the Judge Beverly Reid O’Connell Scholarship to support students pursuing careers in law or public service. The award recognizes individuals who have been motivated toward these fields through contact with the Women Lawyers Association of Los Angeles or its programs. The scholarship is part of WLALA Foundation’s broader efforts to promote civic education and legal mentorship for young people.
- Purpose: Support students aiming for law or public service careers
- Sponsor: Women Lawyers Association of Los Angeles Foundation
- Connection: Funds applicants influenced by WLALA programs or leaders
- Intended outcome: Encourage continued...
Scholarship Overview
The WLALA Foundation offers the Judge Beverly Reid O’Connell Scholarship to support students pursuing careers in law or public service. The award recognizes individuals who have been motivated toward these fields through contact with the Women Lawyers Association of Los Angeles or its programs. The scholarship is part of WLALA Foundation’s broader efforts to promote civic education and legal mentorship for young people.
- Purpose: Support students aiming for law or public service careers
- Sponsor: Women Lawyers Association of Los Angeles Foundation
- Connection: Funds applicants influenced by WLALA programs or leaders
- Intended outcome: Encourage continued...
Sonoma County Fish and Wildlife Commission
$3,000
The scholarship program of the Sonoma County Fish and Wildlife Commission is established to offer substantial support and public acknowledgment to students who excel academically or contribute significantly to the community. The program is specifically for students pursuing studies in environmental restoration, natural resource management, and/or preservation.Up to six (6) scholarships will be granted to deserving students from Sonoma County.The Commissioner Al Gerhardt Memorial Scholarship: $3,000.00 (one scholarship available)The Commissioner Al Ferris Memorial Scholarship: $3,000.00 (one scholarship available)2025The General FWC Scholarship: $2,000.00 (up to four scholarships available)Criteria for EligibilityMust be a resident of Sonoma CountyMust be enrolled or planning to...
The scholarship program of the Sonoma County Fish and Wildlife Commission is established to offer substantial support and public acknowledgment to students who excel academically or contribute significantly to the community. The program is specifically for students pursuing studies in environmental restoration, natural resource management, and/or preservation.Up to six (6) scholarships will be granted to deserving students from Sonoma County.The Commissioner Al Gerhardt Memorial Scholarship: $3,000.00 (one scholarship available)The Commissioner Al Ferris Memorial Scholarship: $3,000.00 (one scholarship available)2025The General FWC Scholarship: $2,000.00 (up to four scholarships available)Criteria for EligibilityMust be a resident of Sonoma CountyMust be enrolled or planning to...
Tang Scholarship
$60,000
Introductory summary
In 2007 Mr. Edward C. Tang created this scholarship to support lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) Asian and Pacific Islander (API) students pursuing post‑secondary education. The award aims to help LGBT youth pursue their educational goals with pride and without stigma. Each year up to four exceptional applicants may receive scholarships from this fund. In total, awards may amount to as much as $100,000 and can be distributed over a period of up to four years. Scholarships are renewable for up to three additional years (four years total) provided recipients satisfy the annual renewal criteria.
Eligibility requirements...
Introductory summary
In 2007 Mr. Edward C. Tang created this scholarship to support lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) Asian and Pacific Islander (API) students pursuing post‑secondary education. The award aims to help LGBT youth pursue their educational goals with pride and without stigma. Each year up to four exceptional applicants may receive scholarships from this fund. In total, awards may amount to as much as $100,000 and can be distributed over a period of up to four years. Scholarships are renewable for up to three additional years (four years total) provided recipients satisfy the annual renewal criteria.
Eligibility requirements...
First-Gen Achievers Scholarship
$1,000
Custodio & Dubey LLP (CD Law) is pleased to announce the First-Gen Achievers Scholarship, a $1,000 award created to help first-generation students ease the financial burden of college. We recognize how challenging it can be to pursue higher education without family precedent or financial resources. This scholarship—offered for the first time nationwide—aims to reward perseverance and encourage students to continue their academic journeys.
Attorney Miguel A. Custodio Jr., partner and co‑founder of Custodio & Dubey LLP, knows firsthand the impact of being the first in a family to attend college. After becoming the first person in his family to obtain...
Custodio & Dubey LLP (CD Law) is pleased to announce the First-Gen Achievers Scholarship, a $1,000 award created to help first-generation students ease the financial burden of college. We recognize how challenging it can be to pursue higher education without family precedent or financial resources. This scholarship—offered for the first time nationwide—aims to reward perseverance and encourage students to continue their academic journeys.
Attorney Miguel A. Custodio Jr., partner and co‑founder of Custodio & Dubey LLP, knows firsthand the impact of being the first in a family to attend college. After becoming the first person in his family to obtain...
Southern California Member Chapter Scholarship
$1,500
Overview
The Southern California Member Chapter scholarships are intended to recognize and support a qualified AIST Southern California Member Chapter high school senior or a college undergraduate by providing financial assistance for study at any accredited college or university. There are two distinct awards: the AIST Member Scholarship and the Engineering Scholarship.
Awards
Each year two scholarships will be granted, each carrying a value of US$1,500.
Eligibility
- Member Scholarship: Open to an active AIST Southern California Chapter member, or to the child, grandchild, niece, nephew, or spouse of an active Chapter member. Eligibility also extends to AIST student members...
Overview
The Southern California Member Chapter scholarships are intended to recognize and support a qualified AIST Southern California Member Chapter high school senior or a college undergraduate by providing financial assistance for study at any accredited college or university. There are two distinct awards: the AIST Member Scholarship and the Engineering Scholarship.
Awards
Each year two scholarships will be granted, each carrying a value of US$1,500.
Eligibility
- Member Scholarship: Open to an active AIST Southern California Chapter member, or to the child, grandchild, niece, nephew, or spouse of an active Chapter member. Eligibility also extends to AIST student members...
San Francisco Member Chapter Scholarship
$1,500
Description
The Southern California Member Chapter scholarships, administered by the AIST Southern California Chapter, provide targeted financial support to promising students pursuing postsecondary education. The program comprises two distinct awards designed to encourage academic progress and careers related to the iron and steel industry or to recognize affiliation with a chapter member. Awards may be applied to full- or part-time attendance at any accredited college or university. The scholarships are intended for high school seniors entering college as well as current undergraduate or graduate students.
Key takeaways:
- Two separate scholarships administered by AIST Southern California Chapter.
- Support is...
Description
The Southern California Member Chapter scholarships, administered by the AIST Southern California Chapter, provide targeted financial support to promising students pursuing postsecondary education. The program comprises two distinct awards designed to encourage academic progress and careers related to the iron and steel industry or to recognize affiliation with a chapter member. Awards may be applied to full- or part-time attendance at any accredited college or university. The scholarships are intended for high school seniors entering college as well as current undergraduate or graduate students.
Key takeaways:
- Two separate scholarships administered by AIST Southern California Chapter.
- Support is...
AAUW Sacramento (CA) Branch Scholarships
$2,000
Description
**Purpose and scope:** AAUW Sacramento awards scholarships to help women advance their education and contribute to the community. The program supports adult women working toward academic goals and career advancement. Scholarships are administered by the Sacramento branch and funded through local fundraising efforts. This summary highlights who is eligible and how to apply for the current academic-year application.
Key takeaways
- Scholarships are awarded by AAUW Sacramento to support women’s education and community contribution.
- Funds come from branch fundraising and are distributed through a local scholarship program.
- This article summarizes eligibility and application steps for the current...
Description
**Purpose and scope:** AAUW Sacramento awards scholarships to help women advance their education and contribute to the community. The program supports adult women working toward academic goals and career advancement. Scholarships are administered by the Sacramento branch and funded through local fundraising efforts. This summary highlights who is eligible and how to apply for the current academic-year application.
Key takeaways
- Scholarships are awarded by AAUW Sacramento to support women’s education and community contribution.
- Funds come from branch fundraising and are distributed through a local scholarship program.
- This article summarizes eligibility and application steps for the current...
California Restaurant Association Scholarships
$5,000
Introduction
For more than 40 years the California Restaurant Foundation (CRF) has provided college scholarships to students preparing for careers in the restaurant, foodservice and hospitality fields. Awards generally range up to $4,000 per year (the Guy Fieri Foundation scholarship can fund up to $5,000). In the most recent cycle the Foundation distributed $177,650 in co-branded scholarships to 83 students.
2026 Application
The 2026 CRF scholarship application will be available beginning January. All application materials must be submitted by the announced deadline. Awards are competitive and decided on the basis of the completed application, an essay, and documented industry experience....
Introduction
For more than 40 years the California Restaurant Foundation (CRF) has provided college scholarships to students preparing for careers in the restaurant, foodservice and hospitality fields. Awards generally range up to $4,000 per year (the Guy Fieri Foundation scholarship can fund up to $5,000). In the most recent cycle the Foundation distributed $177,650 in co-branded scholarships to 83 students.
2026 Application
The 2026 CRF scholarship application will be available beginning January. All application materials must be submitted by the announced deadline. Awards are competitive and decided on the basis of the completed application, an essay, and documented industry experience....
QueensCare Scholarship
$10,000
Introduction
To honor John Joseph Brandlin’s 32 years of leadership and service to QueensCare, the John Joseph Brandlin Scholarship Fund awards $250,000 each year to support healthcare education. These scholarships are intended to help reduce the ongoing shortage of health professionals serving underserved communities.
About John Joseph Brandlin
John Joseph Brandlin (1913–2010) helped establish QueensCare with Arthur W. Barron to provide free and low-cost healthcare to low-income residents of Los Angeles County in 1998. A lifelong believer in the power of education, Brandlin was himself a four‑year scholarship recipient at the University of Illinois, attended the University of Southern California...
Introduction
To honor John Joseph Brandlin’s 32 years of leadership and service to QueensCare, the John Joseph Brandlin Scholarship Fund awards $250,000 each year to support healthcare education. These scholarships are intended to help reduce the ongoing shortage of health professionals serving underserved communities.
About John Joseph Brandlin
John Joseph Brandlin (1913–2010) helped establish QueensCare with Arthur W. Barron to provide free and low-cost healthcare to low-income residents of Los Angeles County in 1998. A lifelong believer in the power of education, Brandlin was himself a four‑year scholarship recipient at the University of Illinois, attended the University of Southern California...
San Diego County Citizens' Scholarship
$2,000
San Diego County Citizens’ Scholarship Foundation provides need-based awards to students entering college for the first time as full-time undergraduates within San Diego County.
About the foundation
- The foundation is overseen by community volunteers who donate their time to support students from economically disadvantaged backgrounds.
- Founded in 1963, the organization has awarded more than $2 million to help thousands of students make the transition from high school to college.
- In 2016, 96% of every dollar spent by the foundation was distributed directly to students as scholarships.
- The foundation’s policy is to allocate 100% of monetary donations...
San Diego County Citizens’ Scholarship Foundation provides need-based awards to students entering college for the first time as full-time undergraduates within San Diego County.
About the foundation
- The foundation is overseen by community volunteers who donate their time to support students from economically disadvantaged backgrounds.
- Founded in 1963, the organization has awarded more than $2 million to help thousands of students make the transition from high school to college.
- In 2016, 96% of every dollar spent by the foundation was distributed directly to students as scholarships.
- The foundation’s policy is to allocate 100% of monetary donations...
Hana Uno Shepard Memorial Scholarship
$1,000
Overview
Each year GLA awards the Hana Uno Shepard Memorial Scholarship to support a graduating high school senior. The award can be used at any accredited college, university, community college, fine arts institution, or vocational school. In addition to the scholarship, the recipient receives four years of JACL student membership provided by GLA.
Eligibility
Applicants must meet all of the following:
- Be a graduating high school senior.
- Demonstrate a strong academic record.
- Come from a single-parent household.
- Be of Japanese descent.
- Reside in Los Angeles County or Orange County.
Application timeline
The application process opens...
Overview
Each year GLA awards the Hana Uno Shepard Memorial Scholarship to support a graduating high school senior. The award can be used at any accredited college, university, community college, fine arts institution, or vocational school. In addition to the scholarship, the recipient receives four years of JACL student membership provided by GLA.
Eligibility
Applicants must meet all of the following:
- Be a graduating high school senior.
- Demonstrate a strong academic record.
- Come from a single-parent household.
- Be of Japanese descent.
- Reside in Los Angeles County or Orange County.
Application timeline
The application process opens...
CalHOPE Courage Award Scholarship
$2,500
CalHOPE Courage Award Scholarship Program — Summary
The CalHOPE Courage Award Scholarship Program will distribute a total of $75,000 to California high school senior student‑athletes and their school athletic programs. Twenty‑five (25) graduating seniors will each receive a $2,500 college scholarship, and their high school athletic departments will each receive a $500 contribution.
The initiative is administered through CalHOPE and supported by the California Department of Health Care Services (DHCS). The program also carries the endorsement of the California Interscholastic Federation (CIF).
Who may apply
- California high school seniors (public, private, or charter) who are expected to graduate in...
CalHOPE Courage Award Scholarship Program — Summary
The CalHOPE Courage Award Scholarship Program will distribute a total of $75,000 to California high school senior student‑athletes and their school athletic programs. Twenty‑five (25) graduating seniors will each receive a $2,500 college scholarship, and their high school athletic departments will each receive a $500 contribution.
The initiative is administered through CalHOPE and supported by the California Department of Health Care Services (DHCS). The program also carries the endorsement of the California Interscholastic Federation (CIF).
Who may apply
- California high school seniors (public, private, or charter) who are expected to graduate in...
National Coalition of 100 Black Women, Inc.
$2,000
The National Coalition of 100 Black Women (NCBW) is a not-for-profit advocacy organization focused on enhancing the quality of life for African American women and girls and supporting the broader Black community. The Oakland Bay Area Chapter advances this mission through educational initiatives, programs targeted at girls and women, and a range of scholarship opportunities. Scholarship details — Oakland Bay Area Chapter (OBAC) - The OBAC awards financial assistance to female students from Bay Area schools who are enrolled in four-year universities, junior colleges, community colleges, or vocational/trade programs. - Applications are welcome from both undergraduate and graduate applicants who...
The National Coalition of 100 Black Women (NCBW) is a not-for-profit advocacy organization focused on enhancing the quality of life for African American women and girls and supporting the broader Black community. The Oakland Bay Area Chapter advances this mission through educational initiatives, programs targeted at girls and women, and a range of scholarship opportunities. Scholarship details — Oakland Bay Area Chapter (OBAC) - The OBAC awards financial assistance to female students from Bay Area schools who are enrolled in four-year universities, junior colleges, community colleges, or vocational/trade programs. - Applications are welcome from both undergraduate and graduate applicants who...
Howard Marcus Memorial Scholarships
$16,000
Since 1989 the Howard Marcus Memorial Scholarship has honored two graduating seniors — one male and one female — who have shown exceptional achievement in running during their high school careers.
About Howard Marcus
Howard Marcus was a devoted family man, attorney, author, basketball coach, and an enthusiastic supporter of youth track and field. He served for many years on the Wharf to Wharf Race organizing committee. In 1983 he founded the Star Track Club, which later evolved into today’s Santa Cruz Track Club, and he played a leading role in making Santa Cruz County’s first all‑weather track a reality...
Since 1989 the Howard Marcus Memorial Scholarship has honored two graduating seniors — one male and one female — who have shown exceptional achievement in running during their high school careers.
About Howard Marcus
Howard Marcus was a devoted family man, attorney, author, basketball coach, and an enthusiastic supporter of youth track and field. He served for many years on the Wharf to Wharf Race organizing committee. In 1983 he founded the Star Track Club, which later evolved into today’s Santa Cruz Track Club, and he played a leading role in making Santa Cruz County’s first all‑weather track a reality...
Oscar Grant Foundation Scholarship
$2,500
Oscar Grant Foundation — College & Trade Scholarship Program
Overview
The Oscar Grant Foundation College and Trade Scholarship supports graduating high school seniors and young adults who plan to enroll in college or vocational training. The program awards financial aid, pairs recipients with mentors, and offers encouragement to students who exhibit strong academic commitment, a history of community service, and demonstrated personal development.
Who is eligible
- Graduating high school seniors and young adults seeking postsecondary education or vocational certification.
How to apply
Applicants must submit all of the following by the posted deadline:
- A fully completed application form...
Oscar Grant Foundation — College & Trade Scholarship Program
Overview
The Oscar Grant Foundation College and Trade Scholarship supports graduating high school seniors and young adults who plan to enroll in college or vocational training. The program awards financial aid, pairs recipients with mentors, and offers encouragement to students who exhibit strong academic commitment, a history of community service, and demonstrated personal development.
Who is eligible
- Graduating high school seniors and young adults seeking postsecondary education or vocational certification.
How to apply
Applicants must submit all of the following by the posted deadline:
- A fully completed application form...
MHG Companion Scholarship
$2,000
Overview
The MHG Companion Scholarships provide monetary assistance to students in grades 8 through 12 to support their academic and personal development.
Award details
Scholarship amounts fall between $800 and $2,000. Exact award levels will be finalized after the application window has closed.
Who may apply
Applicants must be enrolled in grades 8–12, hold a minimum GPA of 2.5, and live in one of the following California counties: Kern, Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside, San Bernardino, San Diego, or Ventura.
Eligibility considerations
Priority is given to candidates facing:
- financial hardship
- educational, cultural, or social obstacles
- personal difficulties
-...
Overview
The MHG Companion Scholarships provide monetary assistance to students in grades 8 through 12 to support their academic and personal development.
Award details
Scholarship amounts fall between $800 and $2,000. Exact award levels will be finalized after the application window has closed.
Who may apply
Applicants must be enrolled in grades 8–12, hold a minimum GPA of 2.5, and live in one of the following California counties: Kern, Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside, San Bernardino, San Diego, or Ventura.
Eligibility considerations
Priority is given to candidates facing:
- financial hardship
- educational, cultural, or social obstacles
- personal difficulties
-...
San Fernando Valley Alumnae Chapter Scholarships
$5,000
Overview
For over 40 years, the San Fernando Valley Alumnae Chapter has provided nearly $100,000 in tuition support to outstanding students. Each year the Chapter’s Scholarship Committee selects accomplished local high school seniors who plan to continue their education at an accredited four‑year university. Awards recognize students’ academic achievement as well as dedication to community service and leadership.
Outreach and Application Guidance
The Scholarship Committee makes these opportunities known to high school–aged and college‑bound young women by distributing application information through area high schools. Applicants are strongly encouraged to include personal narratives describing experiences that have influenced their lives and...
Overview
For over 40 years, the San Fernando Valley Alumnae Chapter has provided nearly $100,000 in tuition support to outstanding students. Each year the Chapter’s Scholarship Committee selects accomplished local high school seniors who plan to continue their education at an accredited four‑year university. Awards recognize students’ academic achievement as well as dedication to community service and leadership.
Outreach and Application Guidance
The Scholarship Committee makes these opportunities known to high school–aged and college‑bound young women by distributing application information through area high schools. Applicants are strongly encouraged to include personal narratives describing experiences that have influenced their lives and...
California LGBTQ Safety in Schools Scholarships
$2,500
Overview
The LGBTQ+ Safety in Schools Grant and Scholarship Program — renamed in 2009 to honor CTA educator and member Guy DeRosa — exists to advance human and civil rights by helping make public schools safer and more welcoming for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer/questioning+ (LGBTQ+) students and staff. Guy DeRosa was a lifelong champion of civil and human rights and an outspoken supporter of LGBTQ+ issues.
History and Governance
- The program was renamed in 2009 in memory of Guy DeRosa.
- Administrative authority: The Grant and Scholarship Committee evaluates all applications submitted in response to the program...
Overview
The LGBTQ+ Safety in Schools Grant and Scholarship Program — renamed in 2009 to honor CTA educator and member Guy DeRosa — exists to advance human and civil rights by helping make public schools safer and more welcoming for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer/questioning+ (LGBTQ+) students and staff. Guy DeRosa was a lifelong champion of civil and human rights and an outspoken supporter of LGBTQ+ issues.
History and Governance
- The program was renamed in 2009 in memory of Guy DeRosa.
- Administrative authority: The Grant and Scholarship Committee evaluates all applications submitted in response to the program...
Santa Barbara Community Scholarship
$1,000
Quirk Law Santa Barbara Community Scholarship Overview The Quirk Law Santa Barbara Community Scholarship supports graduating high school seniors from Santa Barbara County who plan to begin college in the upcoming fall semester. Who is eligible - Must be a graduating high school senior. - Must reside in Santa Barbara County, California. - Must have at least a 3.0 cumulative GPA. - Must be enrolling in college in the fall. - Must submit an original essay of approximately 500 words responding to the prompt below. - Essays generated or substantially written by artificial intelligence will be disqualified. Essay prompt Many...
Quirk Law Santa Barbara Community Scholarship Overview The Quirk Law Santa Barbara Community Scholarship supports graduating high school seniors from Santa Barbara County who plan to begin college in the upcoming fall semester. Who is eligible - Must be a graduating high school senior. - Must reside in Santa Barbara County, California. - Must have at least a 3.0 cumulative GPA. - Must be enrolling in college in the fall. - Must submit an original essay of approximately 500 words responding to the prompt below. - Essays generated or substantially written by artificial intelligence will be disqualified. Essay prompt Many...
Usrey Family Scholarship
$1,500
Introduction — The Usrey Family Scholarship
The Usrey Family Scholarship honors a family legacy of involvement in horticulture and leadership within the industry. Created by the Usrey family, the endowment helps students preparing for careers in the green industries and aims to foster their continued participation in the field. This award carries forward the family’s ongoing commitment to education, opportunity, and career development as foundations for a resilient and thriving horticulture sector.
Overview — HRI Scholarship Program
HRI administers a collection of donor-established scholarship funds, each reflecting the donor’s particular interests and priorities. To streamline access, HRI uses a single,...
Introduction — The Usrey Family Scholarship
The Usrey Family Scholarship honors a family legacy of involvement in horticulture and leadership within the industry. Created by the Usrey family, the endowment helps students preparing for careers in the green industries and aims to foster their continued participation in the field. This award carries forward the family’s ongoing commitment to education, opportunity, and career development as foundations for a resilient and thriving horticulture sector.
Overview — HRI Scholarship Program
HRI administers a collection of donor-established scholarship funds, each reflecting the donor’s particular interests and priorities. To streamline access, HRI uses a single,...
Fair Inheritance Scholarship
$1,000
Introduction
Hackard Law is pleased to introduce the Fair Inheritance Scholarship, a new award inviting students across the country to engage with the complexities of inheritance and estate disputes. We encourage applicants to consider how fairness should guide the division of assets, how courts should respond to contested or problematic wills, and how the law can better reflect the human issues that underlie estate conflicts. Our firm hopes this scholarship will help reduce financial barriers and support students in pursuing their academic goals.
Application window
We will accept applications through May 31, 2026. The scholarship recipient will be selected during...
Introduction
Hackard Law is pleased to introduce the Fair Inheritance Scholarship, a new award inviting students across the country to engage with the complexities of inheritance and estate disputes. We encourage applicants to consider how fairness should guide the division of assets, how courts should respond to contested or problematic wills, and how the law can better reflect the human issues that underlie estate conflicts. Our firm hopes this scholarship will help reduce financial barriers and support students in pursuing their academic goals.
Application window
We will accept applications through May 31, 2026. The scholarship recipient will be selected during...
Maison Law Community Scholarship
$2,000
Maison Law is focused on finding simple solutions for complex problems.Maison Law recently conducted a study on dangerous TikTok challenges that people engage in while driving.Write a 500-word essay on how to convince teens and young adults to not participate in these dangerous trends.To be eligible for this scholarship, students must:1. Be a college-bound high school senior or a college student2. Have a minimum 3.0 GPA3. Submit their essay by May 31st, 2026Essays should be submitted in the form below no later than May 31st. Winner will be announced by July 2026.
Maison Law is focused on finding simple solutions for complex problems.Maison Law recently conducted a study on dangerous TikTok challenges that people engage in while driving.Write a 500-word essay on how to convince teens and young adults to not participate in these dangerous trends.To be eligible for this scholarship, students must:1. Be a college-bound high school senior or a college student2. Have a minimum 3.0 GPA3. Submit their essay by May 31st, 2026Essays should be submitted in the form below no later than May 31st. Winner will be announced by July 2026.
Fishing Heritage Scholarship
$5,000
Introduction
Since 2007, Central Coast Women for Fisheries (CCWF) has provided scholarships to nearly 90 students. Most recipients have renewed their awards annually up to the four-year maximum. To date CCWF has distributed $282,467 in scholarship aid to students attending community and state colleges, universities, and a variety of trade schools and certification programs. All recipients come from commercial fishing families; many work in the fishery themselves now or spent their youth helping aboard fishing vessels. These scholarships play an important role in easing the high cost of education for families in the fishing community.
CCWF congratulates all past and...
Introduction
Since 2007, Central Coast Women for Fisheries (CCWF) has provided scholarships to nearly 90 students. Most recipients have renewed their awards annually up to the four-year maximum. To date CCWF has distributed $282,467 in scholarship aid to students attending community and state colleges, universities, and a variety of trade schools and certification programs. All recipients come from commercial fishing families; many work in the fishery themselves now or spent their youth helping aboard fishing vessels. These scholarships play an important role in easing the high cost of education for families in the fishing community.
CCWF congratulates all past and...
Bay Area SMACNA Scholarship
$15,000
Introduction
The Bay Area SMACNA Scholarship Trust Fund extends beyond its Intern Program to promote awareness of career paths in the sheet metal industry among young people. Each year the Fund awards a minimum of 40 tuition-and-book scholarships to students working toward bachelor’s degrees.
Award details and eligible fields
- Individual awards are available for up to $6,000. While priority is generally given to students majoring in engineering and construction-related programs, applicants enrolled in other disciplines have also received scholarships.
- Recipients who attend the intern training day and complete an internship with a Bay Area SMACNA contractor are eligible...
Introduction
The Bay Area SMACNA Scholarship Trust Fund extends beyond its Intern Program to promote awareness of career paths in the sheet metal industry among young people. Each year the Fund awards a minimum of 40 tuition-and-book scholarships to students working toward bachelor’s degrees.
Award details and eligible fields
- Individual awards are available for up to $6,000. While priority is generally given to students majoring in engineering and construction-related programs, applicants enrolled in other disciplines have also received scholarships.
- Recipients who attend the intern training day and complete an internship with a Bay Area SMACNA contractor are eligible...
Triumph Through Family Adversity Scholarship
$1,000
Caring for an injured family member demands tremendous strength, persistence, and resolve. Many people find themselves juggling roles — caregiver, driver, appointment coordinator, and advocate — to support a loved one. At Block, we recognize that this kind of commitment often requires a community and should be acknowledged. For that reason we are pleased to offer the Triumph Through Family Adversity Scholarship.
Purpose and award
This scholarship is intended to help students facing the financial strain of pursuing education while supporting their families. By telling your story about caring for an injured relative, you could receive a $1,000 award to...
Caring for an injured family member demands tremendous strength, persistence, and resolve. Many people find themselves juggling roles — caregiver, driver, appointment coordinator, and advocate — to support a loved one. At Block, we recognize that this kind of commitment often requires a community and should be acknowledged. For that reason we are pleased to offer the Triumph Through Family Adversity Scholarship.
Purpose and award
This scholarship is intended to help students facing the financial strain of pursuing education while supporting their families. By telling your story about caring for an injured relative, you could receive a $1,000 award to...
Agrawal Fellowship for Resilient Scholars
$40,000
Agrawal Fellowship for Resilient Scholars supports high-achieving Bay Area students who have lost a parent by offering sustained academic, financial, wellness, and social resources. Delivered through a cohort model, the program connects scholars with the tools, mentoring, and peer community they need to succeed throughout college and into their careers.
Four Pillars of Support
The fellowship offers coordinated assistance across four areas for the full duration of undergraduate study.
- Academic: Personalized academic advising and coaching tailored to each student’s path, helping you navigate courses, major decisions, and college expectations.
- Financial: A $10,000 annual scholarship to alleviate tuition-related costs,...
Agrawal Fellowship for Resilient Scholars supports high-achieving Bay Area students who have lost a parent by offering sustained academic, financial, wellness, and social resources. Delivered through a cohort model, the program connects scholars with the tools, mentoring, and peer community they need to succeed throughout college and into their careers.
Four Pillars of Support
The fellowship offers coordinated assistance across four areas for the full duration of undergraduate study.
- Academic: Personalized academic advising and coaching tailored to each student’s path, helping you navigate courses, major decisions, and college expectations.
- Financial: A $10,000 annual scholarship to alleviate tuition-related costs,...
