Velarde-Brandt Northern New Mexico Cultural Preservation Scholarship in Memory of Jennifer Kristen Brandt
One of the best ways of staying in touch with one’s roots and cultures is by talking with older family members, neighbors, and other people in the community who have wisdom and stories to share.
In addition to being amusing, these anecdotes and lessons can be valuable in the years to come as young people grow up, encounter challenges, and chart their own paths through higher education, the workforce, and beyond.
This scholarship seeks to support students who are connected to the culture of their families and communities.
Any high school student with at least a 3.0 GPA at Taos High School, Chrysalis Alternative, Penasco High School, Questa High School, Taos Academy, Taos Cyber Magnet, Raton High School or VIsta Grande High School in New Mexico may apply for this scholarship opportunity. Those planning to attend a New Mexico university are preferred.
To apply, tell us a story or piece of history passed down from family or friends that reflects the values of your family and the culture of New Mexico.
Submit a well-written story or history passed down from family and friends that reflects the cultural values of your family and ideally the area of Northern New Mexico.
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The application deadline is Apr 14, 2026. Winners will be announced on May 15, 2026.
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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 15, 2026. 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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