Each year, Stanislaus Community Foundation and its partners award over $300,000 in scholarships to over 150 local students through its Scholarship Program. The program offers financial assistance to Stanislaus County residents pursuing higher education at an accredited college, university, or vocational college through multiple scholarship funds. These scholarships have been established by donors including individuals, families, organizations, and businesses from the community.
The 2024 scholarship period is open now through March 1, 2024, with awards ranging from $500 to $3,500. Through Stanislaus Community Foundation’s online application system, eligible applicants are matched with available scholarships, providing a centralized process for students seeking financial aid. Only one online application is required to apply for all scholarships.
In general, students qualify if they:
Are a Stanislaus County resident;
Are currently enrolled or plan to attend an accredited two or four-year college, university or vocational college;
Plan to be a full-time student.
Scholarship recipients are selected based on multiple factors, including their Student Aid Index, family history and merit, with certain scholarships targeting students with specific interests and/or areas of study.
“Scholarship support helps students start and finish college,” said Marian Kaanon, President and CEO of Stanislaus Community Foundation. “Investing in their potential not only transforms their lives – it also strengthens our community.”
Since 2002, Stanislaus Community Foundation has awarded more than $2 million to 1,700 local students.
Interested students can apply online by visiting stanislauscf.org. Applicants may review eligibility criteria for each award before they apply. For more information, email Jessica Tapia at jtapia@stanislauscf.org.
Individuals and companies interested in opening a scholarship fund to support local students can contact Melissa Van Diepen, Chief Philanthropy Officer at mvandiepen@stanislauscf.org.
Stanislaus Community Foundation (SCF) is a place-based funder serving the residents of Stanislaus County. Since 2002, SCF has worked with hundreds of local charitably focused families to invest more than $43 million in philanthropic resources in the region. For more information, visit stanislauscf.org.
