The Hispanic Education Endowment Fund awards this scholarship, named for the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, to first-generation Hispanic students who graduated from an Orange County high school (or are transferring from a community college) and have lived in Orange County for at least three years. Applicants must show financial need through the FAFSA or California Dream Act Application and plan to enroll full-time at a four-year college or university. One combined application covers this fund alongside HEEF's other scholarships.
DemographicsHispanic heritage, first-generation college student, Orange County high school graduate (or community college transfer) who has lived in Orange County 3+ years; no fee or membership required.
HEEF's combined renewable scholarship model awards up to $2,500/year for up to four years ($10,000 total) across its funds; this named fund's individual award amount is not separately published.