March Deadlines


DW61 Foundation Scholarship

Dennis Wallace

Requirements:  A student enrolled in full-time studies that plans to attend a 2 or 4 year degree at an accredited college or university or vocational trade school. Selection will be based upon character, academic performance, extracurricular activities and community involvement. Scholarship will be awarded to the winner upon written proof that he/she is enrolled in college or vocational school along with class schedule. 

Application: DW61 Foundation Scholarship

Amount: $1,000

Due Date: March 1, 2024

Stanislaus Health Careers Scholarship

Requirements: 

Application: Stanislaus Health Careers Scholarship Application 

Amount: $1,000

Due Date: March 1, 2024

Hagan Scholarship Foundation

Requirements: 

1. Must be a U.S. Citizen.

2. Must attend a traditional public high school located in the U.S. that is governed by a school district.

3. Must have achieved a 3.50 Cumulative Grade Point Average.

4. Must enroll at an Eligible Four-Year College or University the first semester following high school graduation.

5. Must maintain a four year or less graduation schedule in college.

6. Must work 240 hours each year, from January 1 until commencement of the fall semester in college. Work can be performed at recipient discretion. Must be regularly scheduled work performed under supervision for compensation.

7. Applicant’s Gross Household Income reported for 2022 Federal Income Tax Purposes must not have exceeded $85,000. “Household Income” is defined as the total gross income received by all members of a household living under the same roof.

8. Must complete the FAFSA and provide the EFC.

9. Must apply for Federal and State grants if eligible.

10. Must not have a felony conviction. 

Application: Hagan Scholarship Foundation Scholarship Application 

Amount: $7,500 per semester up to 8 consecutive semesters

Due Date: March 1, 2024


Columbus Citizens Foundation Scholarship

Requirements: 

Application: Columbus Citizens Foundation Scholarship Application 

Amount:  $6,250

Due Date: March 1, 2024

FCCLA Memorial Scholarship

Requirements:

Application: FCCLA Memorial Application

Amount: $2,500

Due Date: March 1, 2024


California Association of Wine Grape Growers Foundation

Requirements: 

To qualify for the scholarships, students must:

Application: California Association of Wine Grape Growers Foundation Scholarship Application

Amount: $8,000

Due Date: March 1, 2024


Trans Valley Youth Football League Scholarship

Requirements: 

Completed 1 year with an active local team who is part of TVYFL.

Current Teams: Hughson Oilers, Westside Niners, Denair Lions, Mariposa Bears, Big Valley

Sabres, Gustine Redskins, Hilmar Packers, Merced Wolverines, Turlock Hornets, Central

Saints, Modesto Rams, Patterson Ravens, Tri-City Bulldogs, Ceres Seahawks, Ripon Knights,

Kingsmen, Central Valley Outlaws

Application: TVYFL Scholarship Application

Amount: $250

Due Date: March 1, 2024

Eula Mae Jett Scholarship

Requirements: LSI offers scholarships to individuals who seek careers in the legal field. The applications and accompanying documents for these scholarships must be presented through a local sponsoring association by the due date determined by the sponsoring association. If there is no local association, applicants may submit applications and accompanying documents directly to the LSI Scholarship Chair.

Application: Eula Mae Jett Scholarship Application

Application Website Link 

Amount: $2,000

Due Date: March 1, 2024

American Chemical Society Scholars Program

Requirements:

Application: American Chemical Application

Amount: $5,000

Due Date: March 1, 2024


American Agri-Women Daughters of American Agriculture Scholarships

Requirements: Must be a farmer, rancher or be the wife, daughter or a close relative of a farmer, rancher or other person employed in agriculture.  There must be an economic or financial need.  Knowledge of or work experience in agriculture.  Grade Point Average or placement tests are considered. Scholarship funds maybe used for tuition for recognized courses in agriculture leadership, technology, communications, education, rural sociology, medicine or other courses directly related to agriculture and the needs in agricultural communities 

Application: American Agri-Women Daughters of American Agriculture Application 

Amount: $1,000

Due Date: March 1, 2024



Mid Valley Cowbelles Scholarship

Requirements:  

         Female student, must be a 2024 graduating senior and resident of either Mariposa, Merced or Stanislaus County. 

         Student must plan a career in an Agricultural field and have a major that reflects the intent to graduate in an Agricultural capacity.

Application: Mid Valley Cowbelles Scholarship

Amount: TBA

Due Date: March 1, 2024


SEG Scholarship


Requirements: SEG Scholarships are based on merit. To qualify, you must be a student who:

    A) Is a high school senior planning to attend college next year or an undergraduate or graduate college student;

    B) Has above average grades;

    C) Is intending to pursue a college curriculum directed toward a career in applied geophysics.

    Online applications are accepted 1 November through 1 March.

Application: SEG Scholarship Application 

Amount: $10,000

Due Date: March 1, 2024


Sons of Italy Western Foundation Scholarship

Requirements: 

The requirements for applying for a Scholarship or Student Grant with the Order Sons of Italy, Grand Lodge of California is as follows:

Application: Sons of Italy Scholarship Application

Amount: TBD

Due Date: March 1, 2024


James R Hoffa Memorial Scholarship

Requirements: For the sons, daughters and financial dependents of Teamster members (including the BMWED, BLET, GCC and TCRC). Academic scholarships ranging from $1,000 to $10,000 for high school seniors planning to attend a four-year college or university and Training/Vocational program awards of up to $2,000 for use at community colleges and trade schools.

*The children or financial dependents of full-time local union officers or full-time staff of local unions are ineligible. 

Application: JRHMS Application 

Amount: $1,000-$10,000

Due Date: March 1, 2024


Asian Pacific Fund Scholarship: Banatao Family Filipino American Education Fund


Requirements: 

Application: Asian Pacific Fund Scholarship Application

Amount: $1,000-$20,000

Due Date: March 1, 2024


North Modesto Kiwanis Club Scholarship

Requirements: 

High school senior

Academic record (GPA of 2.75 or higher)

Extra-curricular activities, leadership experience, community service

Applicant goals

Personal statement

Letters of recommendation from one teacher or counselor and one community member

•       For the two art major scholarships, the quality of their digital portfolio

Preference given to students whose annual family income is below $200,000

Preference will be given to students intending to attend college in California and return to serve in our community.       

Students are not required to be part of Key Club or any other service club - but service to others matters!

Application: North Modesto Kiwanis Club Scholarship Application 

Amount: $2,000

Due Date: March 1, 2024


American Chemical Society Scholars Program

Requirements: 

To be eligible for the scholarship a student must:

A) Intend to major in chemistry, biochemistry, chemical engineering, chemical technology, or another

chemistry-related science AND plan to pursue a career in a chemistry-related science.

Application: ACS Scholarship Application 

Amount: $5,000

Due Date: March 1, 2024

National Italian American Foundation Scholarship

Requirements: 

To be eligible for the scholarship a student must:

A) Be enrolled in a US accredited institution of higher education on a full-time basis for the Fall 2024 semester.

B) Have a GPA of at least 3.5 out of 4.0 (or the equivalent).

Application: National Italian American Foundation Scholarship Application 

Amount: $12,000

Due Date: March 1, 2024

Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation Scholarship

Requirements: 

To be eligible for the scholarship a student must:

A) Be a child or stepchild of one of the following: Active duty, Reserve, or veteran U.S. Marine.

B) Have a minimum GPA of 2.0.

Application: Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation Scholarship Application 

Amount: $40,000

Due Date: March 1, 2024


American Welding Society National Scholarship

Requirements: 

To be eligible for the scholarship a student must:

A) Be planning to pursue a bachelor’s or associate degree in welding or a related discipline.

B) Be enrolled in a US accredited institution for the Fall 2024 semester.

Application: 

Amount: $7,000

Due Date: March 1, 2024

Never Give Up Scholarship

Requirements: 

Application: Never Give Up Scholarship Application 

Amount: $1,000

Due Date: March 1, 2024


AFA National Scholarship

Requirements:
Current high school senior or undergraduate student

Application: AFA Application

Amount: $3,200

Due Date: March 6, 2024


Ken Brown/Francine Gaspar ACSA Scholarships

Requirements: 

In loving memory of former Region 7 leaders Ken Brown and Francine Gasper, three (3) one thousand dollar ($1,000) scholarships are available to children of Region 7 ACSA members.  

For your child to be eligible, you must be a current state ACSA member or submit a membership form and dues with the scholarship application. The ACSA membership may be current or post (retired/deceased). The child must be applying the scholarship to post high school educational endeavors.

Application: Ken Brown/Francine Gaspar ACSA Scholarships 

Amount: $1,000

Due Date: March 8, 2024


Marjorie Tallmon Brooks Memorial Scholarship

Requirements: 

·         Student must be a graduating senior from Hughson High School

·         Student must be involved in continuing education beyond high school in a related subject

            ·         Student must have a record of participating in activities for the welfare of the community

Application: Majorie Tallmon Brooks Scholarship Application

Amount: $500

Due Date: March 8, 2024



WWGF Foundation Scholarship

Requirements: 

To be eligible for the scholarship a student must:

A) Be an active participant in the sport of golf (golf ability is not a criterion for selection).

B) Have a 3.5 GPA or above on a 4.0 scale.

Application: WWGF Foundation Scholarship Application 

Amount: $20,000

Due Date: March 8, 2024

Connex Foundation Scholarship

Requirements:

Application: Connex Scholarship

Amount: $5,000

Due Date: March 10, 2024


Army ROTC Scholarships

Requirements:

Application: ROTC Application

Amount: $200,000

Due Date:  March 11, 2024



Blacks at Microsoft Scholarship

Requirements:
Be a US-based high school senior of African descent (for example, African American, African, Ethiopian, etc.).

Application: BAM Application

Amount: $20,000

Due Date: March 13, 2024

Tri Counties Bank Scholarship

Requirements: Scholarships are awarded to high school seniors — especially, though not exclusively, to those who are economically disadvantaged — who demonstrate interest in public service, community engagement and business entrepreneurship.

Application: Tri Counties Bank Scholarship Application 

Amount: $1,000-$1,500

Due Date: March 13, 2024

Microsoft Disability Scholarship

Requirements:
Be a current high school senior living with a disability as defined by WHO, including visual, hearing, mobility, cognitive, and/or speech disabilities or other disability

Application: Microsoft DisAbility Application

Amount: $20,000

Due Date: March 13, 2024


Microsoft Women Scholarship

Requirements:

Application: Microsoft Women Scholarship Application 

Amount: $5,000

Due Date: March 13, 2024


Turlock Garden Club

Requirements: To be eligible for the Turlock Garden Club scholarship, the student shall:


  1.   Be a student of Turlock, Pitman, Denair, Hughson, Hilmar High Schools, Turlock Christian School, or a Homeschooled student. Other applicants will also

       be considered.

   2.  Be a high school graduating senior or a full-time

        college student.

   3.  Be majoring in these disciplines:

            • Horticulture

            • Forestry    

            • Botany

            • Earth/Environmental Sciences    

            • Agronomy     

            • Business as it relates to Agronomy, and other

              related subjects.

   4.  Have maintained at least a 3.0 GPA for the two most 

        recent semesters.

Application: Turlock Garden Club 

Amount: $500-$1,000

Due Date: March 15, 2024

Tuolumne River Woodworkers Association Scholarship

Requirements: 

Application: Tuloumne River Woodworkers Association Scholarship 

Amount: TBD

Due Date: March 15, 2024


Horatio Alger Scholarship 

Requirements: 

Application: Horatio Alger Scholarship Application 

Amount: $10,000-$25,000

Due Date: March 15, 2024


Cabrillo Civic Club of California Scholarship

Requirements: Portuguese descent, 3.50 GPA, and participated in 3 extracurricular activities.

Application: Cabrillo Civic Clubs of California Scholarship Application

Amount: $500

Due Date: March 15, 2024

Richard Holland Memorial Scholarship

Requirements: 

Application: Richard Holland Memorial Scholarship

Amount: $2,500

Due Date: March 15, 2024


Race to End the Stigma Scholarship

Requirements: 

Be a graduating senior in good academic standing with a minimum 3.0 GPA

• Be graduating from a high school in one of the following twenty-one counties: Butte, Colusa, El Dorado, Fresno,

Glenn, Kern, Kings, Madera, Mariposa, Merced, Placer, Sacramento, San Joaquin, Shasta, Stanislaus, Sutter,

Tehama, Tulare, Tuolumne, Yolo, or Yuba.

• Seeking enrollment in a postsecondary degree program at a two or four-year college, university, or vocational-

technical school

Application: Race to End the Stigma Scholarship Application 

Amount: $1,000

Due Date: March 15, 2024


The PG&E Corporation Foundation Scholarships

Requirements: 

Application: The PG&E Corporation Foundation Scholarship Application 

Amount: $1,000-$6,000

Due Date: March 15, 2024



Shell Oil Company Technical Scholarship

Requirements: 

Application: Shell Oil Company Technical Scholarship Application 

Amount: $2,500

Due Date: March 15, 2024


Modesto Garden Club Scholarship

Requirements: Available to seniors who plan to major in agronomy, agriculture education, floriculture, horticulture, landscape design, botany, forestry, wildlife science, plant pathology, city (rural and urban) planning, habitat or forest systems ecology, environmental concerns, land management, or allied subjects.  

Application: Email modestogardenclubscholarships@gmail.com

Amount: $1,500

Due Date: March 20, 2024 (Postmarked)



Kiwanis of Greater Turlock Scholarship

Requirements: The Kiwanis of Greater Turlock is again offering a $500 scholarship to a Hughson High senior who will be attending college next fall. 

Application: Kiwanis of Greater Turlock Scholarship Application

Amount: $500

Due Date: March 22, 2024


Anthony Brucia Success Award

Requirements: Eligible seniors must attend a high schools within our region, which is comprised of these counties: Fresno, Inyo, Kern, Kings, Madera, Mariposa, Merced, Mono, Monterey, San Benito, San Joaquin, San Luis Obispo, Stanislaus, Tulare or Tuolumne. The award is intended for resilient students who have also made a turn-around in their lives. The kind of student we desire to recognize and honor is a young person who does not have a 4.0+ throughout four years of high school. We’re looking for a student who has recently overcome a lack of success, and/or who has had to struggle to maintain academic progress due to a variety of reasons. These include, but not limited to peer, personal or family stress. This award acknowledges and supports high school seniors who may have been burdened by “at risk” circumstances and/or may have “hit bottom,”….. but have now put things back together and show future promise! 

Application: Anthony Brucia Success Scholarship Application 

Amount: $1,000

Due Date: March 24, 2024


Children of a SCOE Employee Scholarship

Requirements: The Children of SCOE Employees Scholarship will be awarded to a graduating senior who is a child of a permanent employee of the Stanislaus County Office of Education (SCOE).

The recipient will be expected to attend a community college, university, or vocational-technical institute. Candidates must have a 2.5 grade point average during the sophomore and junior years, demonstrate leadership, evidence of participation in school activities, good citizenship, and show a potential for post-secondary study.

Application: Children of a SCOE Employee Scholarship Application

Amount: $350

Due Date: March 25, 2024


John B. Allard Scholarship

Requirements: The John B. Allard Scholarship will be awarded to a senior student who plans a career in education. ONLY APPLICANTS PURSUING A CAREER IN EDUCATION (i.e., teaching, administration, instructional aide, etc.) WILL BE CONSIDERED. The recipient will be expected to attend either a two- or a four-year college or university. The criteria for qualification are a 2.8 grade point average during the sophomore and junior years and demonstrated leadership and participation in school activities. Criteria and Scholarship Information

Application: John B. Allard Scholarship Application

Amount: $300

Due Date: March 25, 2024


John & Julie Thurman Agricultural Scholarship

Requirements: John and Julie Thurman Agricultural Scholarship will be awarded to one outstanding senior in Stanislaus County and one in Merced County who plans to continue his or her education in agriculture. LETTERS OF APPLICATION should be forwarded by MARCH 28, 2019. The John and Julie Thurman Agricultural Scholarship will be awarded to a high school senior student who has demonstrated an interest in a career in agriculture through his or her course of study and extracurricular activities. Recipients will be required to attend either a two- or a four-year college or university as a full-time student and pursue a major course of study in agriculture or related subject matter.

Application: John & Julie Thurman Agricultural Scholarship Application

Amount: $300

Due Date: March 25, 2024


Bill & Bertha Scheuber Vocational Scholarship

Requirements: The Bill and Bertha Scheuber Vocational Scholarship, in the amount of $500, is open to graduating senior from a Stanislaus County high school planning to attend a four year institution, community college, or vocational/technical school.

The applicant must be planning a career in one of the major vocational areas of agriculture, business, health, home economics, industrial technology, or a related area.

Application: Bill & Bertha Scheuber Vocational Scholarship Application

Amount: $500

Due Date: March 25, 2024

John Amador Memorial Scholarship

Requirements: 

1.   Senior student at Hughson High School.

2.   Minimum 3.0 GPA

3.   Application made to a community college, state university, or university.

4.   Participation in HHS sports and activities.

Application: John Amador Memorial Scholarship Application

Amount: $200

Due Date: March 25, 2024


American Legion Legacy Scholarship

Requirements: 

There are two groups of eligible recipients.

Application: American Legion Legacy Scholarship

Amount: TBA 

Due Date: March 27, 2024



Hughson Ag Boosters Scholarship

Requirements: 

- Must show proof of registration in a secondary education institution.

- Must be an FFA STATE FARMER or a 4-H EMERALD STAR.

- FFA members must have been enrolled in agriculture classes for three

years, including your senior year. This scholarship is only available to

seniors graduating from Hughson High School.

- 4-H member must be a member of 4-H for three years upon graduation from Hughson High School.

- This is a one-time scholarship. Must use scholarship the year after graduation.

Application: Hughson Ag Boosters Scholarship Application

Amount: TBA

Due Date: March 28, 2023



Sons & Daughters of Italy in America Scholarship

Requirements: The Modesto Lodge 2021 of the Sons and Daughters of Italy in America invite eligible High School students of Italian decent who reside in Stanislaus County to apply for the scholarship. 

Application: Sons & Daughters of Italy in America Modesto Lodge Scholarship Application 

Amount: $1,000

Due Date: March 28, 2024


Anthony Brucia Success Scholarship

Requirements: 

Application: Anthony Brucia Success Scholarship Application 

Amount: Up to $1,000

Due Date: March 29, 2024


Stanislaus Community Foundation Scholarships

Requirements: 

Application: Stanislaus Community Foundation Scholarship Application 

Amount: $500-$3,500

Due Date: March 29, 2024


Bob Boggeri Farms Fund

Requirements: Open to students planning to pursue a degree in Ag or Horticulture. Must be an FFA member and demonstrate financial need. Preference given to students from Hughson.

Application: Bob Boggeri Farms Fund Application 

Amount: $1,000

Due Date: March 29, 2024


Gemperle Family Farms Scholarship

Requirements: Open to children and grandchildren of Gemperle Family Farms employees. Employees must have three-plus years of continuous employment. 

Application: Gemperle Family Farms Scholarship Application 

Amount: $1,000

Due Date: March 29, 2024


Jim & Betty Lilly Scholarship Fund

Requirements: Open to students who have attended a continuation high school, including those who have returned to and graduated from typical high schools. 

Application: Jim & Betty Lilly Scholarship Application 

Amount: $1,000

Due Date: March 29, 2024


Jane Wynne Woolley Memorial Scholarship Fund

Requirements: ESL student, demonstrates financial need.

Application: Jane Wynne Woolley Memorial Scholarship Application 

Amount: $2,000-$2,200

Due Date: March 1, 2024

Martella Family Scholarship


Requirements: Open to children and grandchildren of current Martella Family Farms employees with a 2.5 GPA or higher. Employee must have three-plus years of employment. 

Application: Martella Family Scholarship Application 

Amount: $500-$1,000

Due Date: March 29, 2024


Richard and Dolla Squires Memorial Music Scholarship


Requirements: Open to graduating high school seniors pursuing a degree in music and demonstrating financial need. Preference given to students with a strong background in music. 

Application: Richard and Dolla Squires Memorial Music Scholarship Application 

Amount: $1,000

Due Date: March 29, 2024

The Rose Family Scholarship


Requirements: Open to students planning to pursue a degree in math or science. Must demonstrate financial need. 

Application: The Rose Family Scholarship Application 

Amount: $2,000-$3,000

Due Date: March 29, 2024

Blue Diamond Growers Foundation

Requirements: 

1. The Blue Diamond Growers Scholarship has been established for promising young students from California who

plan to attend, or are attending, a college offering a four-year degree. Students transferring from a Community

or Junior College to a four-year university program are also eligible.

2. To be considered, the student must be from an almond producing area of California and must have the intent to

be a full-time student in a four-year college and have a major in selected fields of agriculture.

3. Candidates who are High School graduates, but have not yet enrolled in a four year university should have

achieved a 3.3 or higher grade point average during their high school career.

Application: Blue Diamond Growers Foundation Application

Amount: TBD

Due Date: March 31, 2024


Portuguese Education Foundation of Central California Scholarship

Requirements: 

Scholarships are awarded on the basis of the following criteria:

1. Demonstrated academic ability.

2. Interest in learning the Portuguese language and culture as demonstrated by past or

present enrollment in a Portuguese language course, or participation in organized

Portuguese cultural activities.

3. Professional goals include working with the Portuguese community.

4. Applicants who live or were raised in the region of Central California (San Joaquin,

Stanislaus and Merced Counties) will have priority over applicants from other regions.

5. A student can only receive scholarships for five years for undergraduate study. He/she

may reapply for scholarships if she/he enrolls in graduate school.

Application: Portuguese Education Foundation Scholarship

Amount: TBD

Deadline: March 31, 2024


SkillPointe Foundation Scholarship for Technical/Vocational Training

Requirements: The SkillPointe Foundation is awarding multiple $1,000 scholarships every quarter for individuals pursuing technical/vocational training in construction, healthcare, energy, manufacturing, transportation, and other fields.

The SkillPointe Foundation’s mission is to ensure everyone has access to training to become a skills-based professional. This scholarship is open to everyone 17 years of age or older, of any ethnicity and educational background. U.S. citizens or legal residents, whose course of study or training program includes technical school, vocational school, or community college, are encouraged to apply. This scholarship is exclusively for individuals wishing to gain a certificate, credential, or 2-year degree. 

Application: SkillPointe Foundation Scholarship Application 

Amount: $1,000

Deadline: March 31, 2024


Merced College Scholarships

Requirements: 

Any fully matriculated student attending Merced College full-time beginning fall

2024 and who has successfully completed at least 12 units (minimum 2.0) at Merced

College can apply for scholarships. Full-time enrollment is considered to be at least 12

units.

Application: Merced College Scholarship Application

Amount: $200-$1,500

Due Date: March 31, 2024



Nuts, Bolts, and Thingamajigs Scholarship

Requirements: 

Application: Nuts, Bolts, and Thingamajigs Scholarship Application 

Amount: $3,500

Due Date: March 31, 2024


Tzu Chi USA Scholars 

Requirements: 

Application: Tzu Chi USA Scholars Application 

Amount: $1,500

Due Date: March 31, 2024


Barry Goggin Scholarship

Requirements: 

Application: Barry Goggin Scholarship Application 

Amount: TBD

Due Date: March 31, 2024


Turlock Pentecost Association

Requirements: Students must have a 3.0 GPA or higher. 

Application: Turlock Pentecost Association Scholarship Application 

Amount: TBA

Due Date: March 31, 2024


Folds of Honor Scholarship

Requirements: 

To be eligible for the scholarship a student must:

A) Be a family member of US military personnel or a military veteran.

B) Be enrolled or planning to enroll in a program of study at an accredited college or university.

Application: Folds of Honor Scholarship Application 

Amount: $5,000

Due Date: March 31, 2024