Jesus Baez-Santos Memorial Scholarship
Jesus Baez-Santos was a blessing through all walks of life who passed away too soon, remaining in the hearts of his loved ones.
Jesus demonstrated incredible selflessness towards his friends and family. He always did everything he could to lend a hand to everyone around him and was the goofiest person in the universe, with a contagious laugh that brightened any room he entered. Jesus was raised by immigrant parents and worked towards buying his family their first house.
This scholarship seeks to honor the memory of Jesus-Baez-Santos by supporting students who have faced obstacles when pursuing higher education.
Any BIPOC high school senior or freshman undergraduate in New York who will be a first-generation college student may apply for this scholarship opportunity, but applicants from New York City and those who are undocumented or DACA recipients are preferred.
To apply, tell us about a moment you had with someone important to you, why they’re so significant in your life, how they have affected you, and what your experience as a first-generation student has been like.
Please share a moment you had with someone important to you. Why do they hold a significant place in your life? How have they impacted you? Please also share your experiences of being a first-generation student.
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The application deadline is Sep 1, 2024. Winners will be announced on Oct 1, 2024.
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Award amounts per winner are designated by the donor. Check the award amount for a detailed breakdown.
The winner will be publicly announced on Oct 1, 2024. Prior to the announcement date, we may contact finalists with additional questions about their application. We will work with donors to review all applications according to the scholarship criteria. Winners will be chosen based on the merit of their application.
Award checks will be sent to the financial aid office of the winner's academic institution or future academic institution in their name to be applied to their tuition, and in the name of their institution (depending on the school's requirements). If the award is for a qualified educational non-tuition expense, we will work with the winner directly to distribute the award and make sure it goes towards qualified expenses.
Before we award the scholarship, the winner will be required to confirm their academic enrollment status. Depending on the circumstances, verification of Student ID and/or their most recent transcript will be required.
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