Jesus Perez Memorial Scholarship
Jesus Perez, was a beloved father and a true unsung hero whose sacrifices and unwavering support paved the way for his daughter’s journey into the legal profession.
Like many Puerto Rican parents, Jesus migrated to the United States with dreams of providing a better future for his children. Despite the challenges he faced as a single parent, he was able to instill the values of hard work, perseverance, and pride in Puerto Rican heritage.
The Puerto Rican community in the United States has long been underrepresented in various fields, including law. Despite the significant contributions and talents within this community, systemic challenges have limited access to legal education and opportunities within the legal profession.
This scholarship aims to honor Jesus Perez and other individuals who work tirelessly behind the scenes to empower future generations by supporting Puerto Rican students pursuing careers in law.
Any Puerto Rican first-generation high school, undergraduate or graduate student who is pursuing law may apply for this scholarship opportunity.
To apply, tell us about a challenge you have faced and how it has affected your decision to pursue a legal career.
Describe a significant challenge you have faced as a member of the Puerto Rican community and how it has influenced your desire to pursue a career in law. In your response, please address the following:
1. How has your Puerto Rican heritage shaped your values, aspirations, and sense of identity?
2. In what ways have you encountered and navigated barriers related to access and opportunity in your educational journey?
3. What role do you envision for yourself as a future legal professional in advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion within the legal field?
4. How do you plan to contribute to the Puerto Rican community and honor the legacy of individuals like Jesus Perez through your legal career?
Winners and Finalists
May 2025
Winning Application
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The application deadline is May 1, 2025. Winners will be announced on May 30, 2025.
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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 May 30, 2025. 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 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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