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[Page 4] Top Scholarships in California to Apply for in 2026
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Cleveland (CJ) and Barbara Johnson Legacy Scholarship
Funded byJohnsonThis scholarship would further the legacy of a belief in the importance of education that CJ and Barbara believed in so strongly and will hopefully enrich the lives of many young students for years to come.- Education Level: High school senior
- Location: Moreno Valley School District, California
- Identity: Underrepresented minority
$1,000Scholarship is awarded to
1 winnerDeadline:May 01, 2025One Click Apply91Golden State First Gen Scholarship
Funded bySirleaf-GaskinThis scholarship aims to support first-generation BIPOC students so they can access higher education and pave the path to their futures.- Education Level: Undergraduate student
- State: California
- Race: BIPOC
- Background: First-generation college student
$1,000Scholarship is awarded to
2 winnersDeadline:May 05, 2025One Click Apply92Ian Everts Memorial Scholarship
Funded byElisabeth EvertsThis scholarship aims to honor the memory of Ian Everts by supporting students interested in the trades so they can become whoever they want to be.- Education Level: High school senior
- Goals: Will pursue a technical or trade school
- Location: California
$500Scholarship is awarded to
1 winnerDeadline:Jun 21, 2025One Click Apply93Nicholas Murillo Foundation Scholarship
Funded byFamilia MurilloThis scholarship aims to honor the memory of Nicholas Murillo by supporting individuals who strive to further their careers in the music industry.- Education Level: Undergraduate student
- State: California or Nevada
- Ethnicity: Hispanic or Latin American
- Background: Has autism
$1,000Scholarship is awarded to
2 winnersDeadline:Jul 15, 2025One Click Apply94Ashby & Graff Educational Support Award
Funded byAshby & Graff Real EstateThis scholarship aims to support students who are preparing for college so that they can afford to complete their programs and earn their degrees.- Education Level: High school senior accepted to an accredited college, university, or trade school or current undergraduate student
$1,525Scholarship is awarded to
2 winnersDeadline:Jul 17, 2025One Click Apply95Gone & Here Annual Scholarship
Funded byGone & HereThis scholarship aims to uplift the youth and raise awareness of mental health crises by supporting students who have lost a sibling due to suicide.- Education Level: Currently in school or planning to go back
- Age: 18-35 years old
- State: California
- Background: Has experienced the loss of a sibling due to suicide
$1,000Scholarship is awarded to
1 winnerDeadline:Jul 29, 2025One Click Apply96Dr. Tien Tan Vo Imperial Valley Healthcare Heroes Award
Funded byTien VoThis scholarship aims to support “healthcare heroes” who are working and serving their communities, all while furthering their education at local colleges and institutions.- Education Level: Undergraduate or graduate student
- Background: Currently working or has previously worked in healthcare
- Location: Imperial Valley, California
$500Scholarship is awarded to
1 winnerDeadline:Oct 10, 2025One Click Apply97It Takes A Village “Bayanihan” Scholarship
Funded byTinidor FoodsThis scholarship aims to financially support Filipino immigrant students in their pursuit of higher education.- Education Level: High school, undergraduate, or graduate student
- Background: Immigrated from the Philippines
$500Scholarship is awarded to
1 winnerDeadline:Dec 05, 2025One Click Apply98Mireya TJ Manigault Memorial Scholarship
Funded byTanyaThis scholarship aims to honor the memory of Mireya TJ Manigault by supporting underrepresented students who are passionate about pursuing higher education.- Education Level: High school senior, undergraduate, or graduate student
- State: New York or California
- Race: BIPOC
- Background: First-generation college student
- Experience: Non-profit experience
$3,000Scholarship is awarded to
3 winnersDeadline:Dec 11, 2025One Click Apply99Sharon L. Smartt Memorial Scholarship
Funded byDebrah Smartt HenryThis scholarship aims to honor the memory of Sharon L. Smartt by supporting students who are pursuing the humanities.- Education Level: High school or undergraduate student
- Gender: Female-identifying
- State: California, Oregon, or Washington
- Field of Study: Humanities (English, history, etc.)
- Background: FGLI (first-generation, low-income)
$500Scholarship is awarded to
1 winnerDeadline:Dec 30, 2025One Click Apply100