Cheerful Giver Scholarship
The Club at Morningside Scholarship
Cox Heroes Scholarships
Hans H. & Margaret B. Doe Scholarship
Arthur H. Goodman Memorial Scholarship
Charles & Ardel Hamilton Scholarship
Virginia & Susan Hawk Scholarship
Marvin Arnold & Irene Jaquetta Heye Scholarship
Kyoto Scholarship
Rebecca Christine Lenci Thespian Memorial Scholarship
San Diego City College Study Abroad Scholarship
San Diego Regional Aviation Association Scholarship
Sean Maloy Community Service Scholarship
Dr. Bertha O. Pendleton Scholarship Fund
David C. Sommerville Memorial Scholarship
UCSD Chicano Alumni Scholarship
David Huot West Scholarship

Cheerful Giver Scholarship

When asked why the founders of the Cheerful Giver Scholarship established the fund, they replied “We are privileged and have been blessed beyond what we deserve. We have a true desire to help others make college more financially manageable. We have a particular passion for helping children in single parent homes and children of those who serve their community, such as pastors, teachers, police officers, fire fighters, and members of the military.” It is the hope of the donors that recipients of the Cheerful Giver Scholarship stay in touch with them to share their college experiences and eventually recognize the importance of giving back to their community.

The Cheerful Giver Scholarship is open to graduating high school seniors who are children of single parents or children of parents who serve their community (e.g. pastor, church staff, teacher/educator, police officer, firefighter, military, etc.). Students must have a minimum 2.0 GPA and plan to attend an accredited four-year university in the United States. Past recipients may re-apply and will compete with all other applicants. This scholarship may be used for tuition, books and fees.
Click here to print a copy of the 2008-2009 application

The Club at Morningside Scholarship

This scholarship was established in 2002 by members of The Club at Morningside for the employees and children of employees at The Club at Morningside in Rancho Mirage, CA.

Employees, whether full or part-time, must be employed by The Club at Morningside for a minimum of two consecutive years on a seasonal or year-round basis. This scholarship is open to graduating high school seniors, students already in school, or those planning to attend an accredited two-year college, four-year university, graduate school, or licensed trade/vocational school in the United States. High school seniors and students currently enrolled in school must have a minimum 2.50 cumulative GPA or higher on a 4.0 scale. Other factors that may be considered include academic achievement, involvement in extra-curricular activities and community service, work experience, and financial need.

Past recipients may re-apply if they remain in good standing (academic and citizenship) at their respective institution and maintain the 2.5 GPA referenced above. This scholarship may be used for tuition, books, fees, and room & board.

If you are an employee or child of an employee who has been employed by The Club at Morningside for at least two consecutive years on a seasonal or year-round basis, click to print a copy of the 2008-2009 application.

Cox Heroes Scholarships

In 1999, Cox Communications established the Cox Kids Foundation, a fund of The San Diego Foundation, to provide scholarships to graduating high school seniors and adults re-entering the classroom in their educational endeavors. These scholarships are specific to students living in a Cox service area and attending an educational institution in San Diego County. Funds may be used for tuition, books and fees.

The Cox Kids Foundation is funded by Cox Communications and its employees. For more information or to obtain a copy of the application & guidelines, please visit the Cox website at www.coxkidsfoundation.org or call Cox Communications at (619) 266-5286.

Hans H. & Margaret B. Doe Scholarship

Hans Doe was known affectionately as “Mr. Water” in California. A major player in statewide water circles for more than 38 years, Hans was a two-term president of the Association of California Water Agencies, and served on the Board of Directors of the Vista Irrigation District, San Diego County Water Authority, and Metropolitan Water District of Southern California. Hans and his wife Margaret were tireless crusaders for water issues benefiting all Californians.

The Hans H. & Margaret B. Doe Scholarship is open to the biological, adopted or stepchildren of the employees at the Vista Irrigation District. Students may attend a trade/vocational school, two-year college, four-year university or graduate school, including medical and law. The criteria used in evaluating each scholarship application is based upon, but not limited to the following: academic achievement, financial need, extra-curricular activities/work experience, demonstrated leadership, good citizenship, and potential for future development.

The Hans H. & Margaret B. Doe Scholarship may be renewable for up to eight consecutive years provided the recipient maintains a positive academic and citizenship record. This scholarship may cover the entire cost of college including, but not limited to tuition, books, fees, and room & board.

If you are a biological, adopted or stepchild of an employee of the Vista Irrigation District and are interested in obtaining a copy of the application & guidelines, please contact The San Diego Foundation at scholarships@sdfoundation.org.

Arthur H. Goodman Memorial Scholarship

Arthur Goodman was a true pioneer in the field of small business finance and community development. He founded CDC Small Business Finance Corporation in 1978, and spent the next twenty years building it into the most successful SBA Certified Development Corporation in the country. Art made community and economic development a core value and mission of the Corporation he created. He was very committed to the development of minorities and women in economic development and to those communities struggling to build a better economy.

In response to the many requests the CDC received from organizations and individuals expressing a desire to contribute to a cause in Art's memory, the CDC established the Arthur Goodman Scholarship Fund. The Fund provides scholarships to women and minorities who are committed and engaged in their communities. Scholarships are targeted to those individuals graduating from a community college and transferring to a four-year university.

For more information or to obtain a copy of the application & guidelines, please visit http://cdcloans.com/scholar.htm.

Charles & Ardel Hamilton Scholarship

The Bonita Business & Professional Association (BBPA) established the Charles and Ardel Hamilton Scholarship in 1990 with assets they received from the Hamilton’s. The BBPA is responsible for marketing the scholarship and selecting the recipients while The San Diego Foundation manages the assets of the fund.

Well-rounded students with a record of past achievement and future potential are encouraged to apply. Applicants must be graduating senior from Bonita Vista High School residing in Bonita, CA (Zip Code 91902) or Chula Vista,CA (Zip Codes 91910 or 91913), a United States Citizen, and be planning to attend an accredited two-year college or four-year university in the United States. Students must have a minimum 2.50 GPA on a 4.0 scale.

Also, children of BB&PA members who are graduating from high school or continuing their education in a formal curriculum are encouraged to apply. Community service, academic achievement and financial need are considered in awarding this scholarship.

The Charles and Ardel Hamilton Scholarship may be used for tuition, books, fees, and room & board.

For more information or to obtain a copy of the application & guidelines, please contact:

Bonita Business & Professional Association
P.O. Box 284
Bonita, CA 91908
(619) 472-0033

Virginia & Susan Hawk Scholarship

Aspiring opera and concert singers are one step closer to the Met and Carnegie Hall thanks to the Virginia & Susan Hawk Scholarship. Established in 1979, this fund provides scholarships to young opera and concert singers to further their studies.

Students must be residents of San Diego or Imperial Counties for a minimum of one year prior to their competition date and be between the ages of 20-35. Prospective applicants must provide a verified copy of their birth certificate or other documentation. Students must have or be pursuing a Bachelor's degree in voice from an accredited college or university, or have completed at least three years of private vocal study. Additionally, applicants must have a career goal as a professional musician.

For more information or to obtain a copy of the application & guidelines, please contact the Women's Committee of the Grossmont Community Concert Association at (619) 466-6606 or (619) 697-0551 or kenjoc12@sbcglobal.net.

Marvin Arnold & Irene Jaquetta Heye Scholarship

The purpose of the Marvin Arnold & Irene Jaquetta Heye Scholarship is to provide financial assistance to graduating high school seniors planning to attend California Polytechnic State University or current students who are attending California Polytechnic State University. Students must be majoring in engineering and have a minimum 3.33 grade point average on a 4.0 scale. Also, applicants must have a demonstrated financial need and be actively involved in extra-curricular activities, community service, or work experience. Preference will be given to the dependents of active military personnel.

This scholarship may be used for tuition, fees, books, and room & board, and is renewable for up to four years provided the student maintains a positive academic and citizenship record.

Average number of awards annually: 1
Average amount of each award: $17,500

To obtain a copy of the 2008-2009 Marvin Arnold and Irene Jaquetta Heye Scholarship Application, please e-mail your name and address to scholarships@sdfoundation.org. If you are selected as the recipient of a Marvin Arnold and Irene Jaquetta Heye Scholarship, you will be required to provide verification from California Polytechnic State University that you have been accepted and will be enrolling at the university.

Kyoto Scholarship

The Kyoto Symposium Organization, The San Diego Foundation, and the Inamori Foundation of Kyoto, Japan are pleased to announce the 2009-2010 Kyoto Scholarships, valued at up to $10,000 each.

Named in honor of the Kyoto Prize, Japan’s highest private award for lifetime achievement, these scholarships are presented in the three annual Kyoto Prize categories of Advanced Technology; Basic Sciences; and Arts and Philosophy. The scholarships are available to high school seniors from all public, private and parochial schools in San Diego County and the greater Tijuana region. Scholarship recipients will be recognized at the Gala event, “The Kyoto Prize: Celebrating Outstanding Human Achievement,” on Wednesday, March 18, 2009.

A companion scholarship is available to students residing in Tijuana – please visit please visit www.kyotoprize.org for details.

Student must be a graduating senior from a San Diego County high school with a minimum 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale, active community service, and a plan to attend an accredited four-year university.

The average number of scholarships is six (three from San Diego and three from Tijuana). The average amount of each scholarship is up to $10,000.

You can print the 2009-2010 Kyoto Scholarship Application directly from this website or from www.kyotoprize.org. To obtain a copy of the application by mail, send a self-addressed, stamped 9” x 12” envelope with $1.17 affixed postage to: The San Diego Foundation, Attn: Kyoto Scholarship Application, 2508 Historic Decatur Rd., Ste. 200, San Diego, CA 92106.

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Rebecca Christine Lenci Thespian Memorial Scholarship

The Rebecca Christine Lenci Thespian Memorial Scholarship was established by the Lenci family in memory of their daughter and sister, Rebecca, who passed away.

This scholarship is open to graduating seniors from Point Loma High School who plan to pursue an undergraduate degree in theatre, film, or television as a major or minor area of study. Applicants must have a minimum 2.50 GPA on a 4.0 scale and successfully completed at least two drama classes while in high school (grades 9 through 12). Also, the applicant's parent(s) or guardian(s) cannot have an income of more than $200,000.

An ideal candidate for this scholarship will have earned membership for at least two years in a local troupe, or another troupe of the International Thespian Society. Special consideration will be given to students who are elected in a leadership position of a local troupe. This scholarship is specific to students who will be attending an accredited two-year college, four-year university, or licensed trade/vocational school in the United States.

For more information or to obtain a copy of the application & guidelines, please contact the counseling office at Point Loma High School at (619) 223-3121.

Sean Maloy Community Service Scholarship

This scholarship fund was created in memory of Sean Maloy, a loving husband and father, to recognize students who have shown an exemplary commitment to community service. This scholarship provides financial assistance to one graduating high school senior from the Academy of Our Lady of Peace, one graduating senior from St. Augustine High School, and one graduating senior residing in the community of Scripps Ranch. Students must have a minimum 2.50 GPA on a 4.0 scale and be attending an accredited two-year college, four-year university, or licensed trade/vocational school.

For more information or to obtain a copy of the application & guidelines, students from the Academy of Our Lady of Peace and St. Augustine High School should contact their respective counseling offices. Scripps Ranch students should e-mail Karen Christian at kchrist1@san.rr.com.

Dr. Bertha O. Pendleton Scholarship Fund

For many years, Dr. Pendleton was the admired and respected superintendent for the San Diego Unified School District. When she retired in 1999, the Association of African-American Educators established a scholarship in her honor to promote and encourage students to pursue a career in the field of education.

Graduating high school seniors from San Diego Unified School District pursuing a career in teaching are encouraged to apply. Students must have a minimum 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale, a strong record of responsible citizenship, and be attending a two-year college or four-year university in the United States.

For more information or to obtain a copy of the application & guidelines, please contact your high school counselor or:

Dr. Shirley Weber
Department of Africana Studies
San Diego State University
5500 Campanile Drive
San Diego, CA 92182-8132
Application Deadline: February 1, 2008

San Diego City College Study Abroad Scholarship

The purpose of the San Diego City College Study Abroad Scholarship is to enhance students’ educational experience and increase global awareness by enabling those with limited financial resources to study in various countries around the world while making progress towards completion of their educational objective.

The San Diego City College Study Abroad Scholarship is open to students currently enrolled in at least 6 units (online courses are not applicable) at San Diego City College, have completed a minimum of 12 college level units and have a cumulative GPA of 2.50 or higher on a 4.0 scale. Applicants must have no previous study abroad experience, must be a citizen or permanent resident of the United States and have a demonstrated financial need. Preference may be given to students who have never traveled outside of North America. Applicants must be planning to study abroad through a program made available by the International Education Office at San Diego City College for a semester or short term, such as summer.

Click here to print a copy of the 2008-2009 application

San Diego Regional Aviation Association Scholarship

Established in 2006, The San Diego Regional Aviation’s (SDRAA) mission is to support, promote and coalesce the industry of aviation as a vital and growing asset to the Greater San Diego Region, balancing economic development with quality of life. The SDRAA is intended to have a voice at the local, state, and regional level, allowing them to be more proactive, and effective, when issues are presented. A major goal of the organization is to be more in-tune to what is going on at the local level, and therefore, have the opportunity and resources to act in a more efficient and effective manner. The SDRAA established this scholarship to support students intending to pursue a career in aviation.

The San Diego Regional Aviation Association Scholarship is open to Southern California residents currently enrolled at an accredited two-year college or four-year university in Southern California who are studying aviation-related curricula. Applicants must have a minimum 2.50 GPA on a 4.0 scale. Preference may be given to applicants with a demonstrated record of community service. Special consideration will be given to those students with current or previous military service. This scholarship may be used for tuition, books, fees, room and board.

Click here to print a copy of the 2008-2009 application

David C. Sommerville Memorial Scholarship

The David C. Sommerville Memorial Scholarship was established by Plumbers & Pipefitters Local Union 230 for the purpose of providing financial assistance to college bound children of Local Union 230 members.

For more information or to obtain a copy of the application & guidelines, please contact the Plumbers & Pipefitters Local Union 230 at (858) 554-0586.

UCSD Chicano Alumni Scholarship

The UCSD Chicano Alumni Scholarship Fund was established by the UCSD Chicano Alumni Association in 1991 to support Chicano/Latino students enrolled at UC San Diego and encourage them to participate in MEChA at UCSD and in community service activities that benefit the Chicano/Latino community.

The ideal candidate for the UCSD Chicano Alumni Scholarship will be able to demonstrate a history of participating in MECHA at UCSD and a demostrated record of community service activities that promote the cultural, economic, social and educational well being of the Chicano/Latino community. The activities include, but are not necessarily limited to, active participation in leadership positions and committees in MEChA, tutoring Chicano/Latino students in K-12 public schools or community colleges, volunteering in health clinics and other social services agencies serving the Chicano/Latino community. This scholarship is open to undergraduate, graduate and professional students currently enrolled at UCSD. The scholarship award proceeds may be used at the discretion of the award recipient.

For information, please contact: Nick Aguilar at naguilar@ucsd.edu or (619) 475-8899.

David Huot West Scholarship

After her son’s death, Antoinette West created the David Huot West Scholarship to provide scholarships to graduating seniors from Borrego Springs High School. This scholarship is awarded to a student(s) who demonstrates financial need, has earned above-average grades, and is enrolling at a four-year university. Priority will be given to a student(s) with a physical disability.

For more information or to obtain a copy of the application & guidelines, please contact the counseling office at Borrego Springs High School at (760) 767-5335.