Senior Scholarship Opportunities

2024
 
 
Sea Hawk Scholarship Portfolio Information
 
We have over 40 local scholarships for the
Class of 2025.
PTA, RBEF, American Legion Post 184, Chevron, Engineers' Council, Redondo Beach Kiwanis, Rotary Club, Friends of Redondo Beach Arts, South Bay Parkland Conservancy, Surfrider Foundation, AYSO, Redondo Sunset, Woman's Club of Redondo Beach,
and many more!
 
 
 
Completed portfolios are due in the Nest
Friday, February 21st at 3pm! 
 
NO EXCEPTIONS!!
 
 
 
 
 
 
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The following programs are not sponsored by the Redondo Beach Unified School District.
Publicization does not constitute or imply endorsement; rather, it is a community service. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Independent Scholarships
Does not require the Sea Hawk Scholarship Portfolio.
 
Independent scholarship information is available at the listed websites and from the Nest. 
You will be responsible for submitting all required documents by the application due date. 
Please read each scholarship description carefully.
 
 
CHECK OUT NEW SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
LISTED BELOW.
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hsf
 
HSF Scholars Program
Application Deadline:  February 15, 2025
Click here to apply.
 
 
Every year, HSF selects 10,000 outstanding students as HSF Scholars from a broad and talented pool of applicants.  HSF Scholars have access to a full range of invaluable Scholar Support Services, including career services, mentorship, leadership development, knowledge building, and wellness training.  HSF Scholars may also be eligible to receive a scholarship, which range from $500-$5,000 and are awarded directly to students.
 
Eligibility Requirements
  • The HSF Scholar Program is open to students of all races that identify as being of Hispanic Heritage.
  • U.S. citizen, permanent legal resident, or DACA 
  • Minimum of 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent) for high school students
  • Plan to enroll full-time in an accredited, public or not-for-profit, four-year university, or graduate school, in the US, for the 2025-2026 academic year
  • Submit the FAFSA or state-based financial aid forms (if applicable)
 
 
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italy
 
 
Sons of Italy Western Foundation
Application Deadline:  March 1, 2025 (postmarked)
Click here to download application.
 
 
 
 
The Sons of Italy Western Foundation announces the availability of scholarships ($500-$5000) for graduating seniors from the Class of 2025. 
 
Scholarship Requirements:
  • Applicant MUST BE wholly or partially of Italian descent
  • Applicant MUST BE enrolled in an accredited College, University or Community College or Trade School in the Fall of 2025
     
For additional information please contact Scholarship Committee Chairperson Rosemarie Biagetti Vanderhaar at [email protected] or cell/text: 626.222.7768
 
 
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cabrillo
 
 
 
 
 
Cabrillo Civic Club #16 of San Diego
Application Deadline:  March 15, 2025
Click here to download application.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
The Cabrillo Civic Club has a scholarship opportunity for students of Portuguese Descent.  $500.00 scholarships are awarded each year to deserving students of Portuguese Descent throughout the State of California.  
 
 
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Zonta
 
Zonta Club of South Bay
Application Deadline:  March 15, 2025
Download application posted below
 
Zonta International (Zonta.org) is an international charitable organization whose mission is building a better world for women and girls for over 100 years.  Zonta Club South Bay is a local chartered club of Zonta International and is offering this scholarship to young high school women in the Beach Cities to apply.  The winner will be awarded a $500 scholarship.  Local winners willl be considered for Zonta district and Zonta International for additional scholarships.
 
Applications must be submitted to Zonta Club of South Bay electronically via email to [email protected] by March 15, 2025.

 

cawater
 
 
 
 
California Water Service Group Scholarship Program
Application Deadline:  March 27, 2025
Click here to apply.
 
 
 
 
The California Water Service Group has opened its 11th annual College Scholarship Program cycle for customers served by its California, Hawaii, New Mexico, and Washington subsidiaries. Eligible customers in any of these service areas or their dependents can apply for part of the $80,000 available this year to offset educational expenses.
 
Applicants must plan to enroll in a full-time undergraduate study program at an accredited college, university, or vocational-technical school for the 2025-2026 academic year. Four $10,000 grand-prize scholarships will be awarded, along with additional scholarships ranging from $2,500 to $5,000. Scholarships will be awarded based on academic achievement, community service, and financial need.
 
Applicants must reside in a household served by Cal Water and the application period will close on Thursday, March 27.
 
 
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r17
 
 
 
AYSO Region 17
Application Deadline:  April 15, 2025
Click here to apply.
 
 
 
 
 
 
AYSO Region 17 will be awarding up to four scholarships of $250 to graduating seniors who have participated in AYSO Region 17 for at least six years, with at least two years in the U16 or U19 divisions.
 
An essay of no more than 500 words on the topic: How AYSO Affected My Life will be the main criteria used to award the scholarships. Complete the information below no later than April 15th to be considered. You may direct any questions to [email protected].
 
 
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vva
 
 
Vietnam Verterans of America
South Bay Chapter 53
Scholarship Essay Program
 
Essay Due Date:  April 6, 2025
Email Essay to:  [email protected]
 
 
 
If you do not personally know of a Vietnam War veteran, you can contact the VVA South Bay Chapter 53 at [email protected] and they will connect you with a veteran.
 
 
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