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These scholarships are open to students who have or had at least one incarcerated parent. Some are also open to students who have overcome other kinds of adversity in their lives.

Immigrants Rising

For educators and undocumented youth in the state of California. List of scholarships and fellowships that don’t require proof of U.S. citizenship! The list has general application eligibility requirements, including education level, region/state, and immigration status (e.g. DACA, TPS, in-state tuition eligibility)

ECMC The College Place

ECMC The College Place has an adundance of resources and guidance available for prospective college students and their families. Follow the link below for information regarding financial aid, entrance exams, admissions, and much more.

Youth Opportunity Scholarships Program

The Youth Opportunity Scholarships (YOS) program provides funding to Bay Area middle school students to pursue inspiring extracurricular enrichment activities. Our goal is to provide opportunities for youth to pursue a passion of their choosing beyond the classroom. Students can apply for scholarships of up to $250 to pursue extracurricular activities of their choosing, such as dance classes, music lessons, sports and athletics, creative arts, summer camps, and more.

Richmond Art Center

If you need a reduced rate for your class sign up for an ART BOOST! We offer need-based scholarships for eligible children, teens and adults.

Quest Bridge

QuestBridge connects academically outstanding students from low-income backgrounds to the nation's best colleges. Referrals help us reach students who may not know that a top college can be affordable — and even free — for students from low-income backgrounds.

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Each of the following college resources is either restricted exclusively to foster youth or strongly encourages foster youth to apply.