Stanislaus Community Foundation Scholarships

We are a place-based public charity created by and for a specific region of people. We house approximately 150 unique charitable funds set up by individuals, families, corporations, public and nonprofit agencies. Since 2002, Stanislaus Community Foundation has provided over $15 million in grants and scholarships within our region. Whether established to honor or memorialize a loved one, recognize a specific academic institution, or to support a particular field of study,

Stanislaus Community Foundation Scholarship Funds provide benefits to students that impact their lives and our community today and for future generations.

What types of scholarships are offered by/through Stanislaus Community Foundation?

Stanislaus Community Foundation awards needs-based scholarships (based on financial need) and merit-based scholarships (based on some type of achievement such as grades or extracurricular activities). You can visit our webpage for a list of scholarship funds.

Scholarship Eligibility and Requirements

What do I need in order to apply?

• Internet access on a computer or on a mobile device.
• An e-mail address that you check regularly. You’ll need an email address for your college applications, as well.
• High school transcripts (official or unofficial) that show your GPA. Ask your counselor or school registrar if you are unsure about where or how to get your transcripts. We ask that you upload a clear, legible file. Photos taken on digital devices, such as cell phones, are fine if they are readable.
• Your FAFSA Submission Summary. This available after you submit your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). For instructions on how to view your FAFSA Submission Summary, check online.
  • You will be asked to provide the Student Aid Index (SAI) amount shown on your FAFSA Submission Summary on your scholarship application. Your SAI is an index number that college financial aid staff use to determine how much financial aid you would be eligible for if you were to attend their school. The information you report on your FAFSA form is used to calculate your SAI. We use the SAI amount to determine eligibility for our needs-based scholarships, and we weigh it with other variables for our merit-based scholarships.
  • If you are a DACA recipient, please visit California Student Aid Commission for additional information on the FAFSA.
  • If you parent(s) is unwilling to provide their financial information, or to learn more about how parent information is used, check online.

Can I apply for a scholarship if I am undocumented?

Yes. You can apply for scholarships at SCF if you, or your parent(s), are undocumented. We do not ask for Social Security numbers on our application. For more information on financial aid for undocumented students, please check online.