Educational Grant Program
Grant Program
Dreams33 Educational Grants help offset expenses such as tuition, books, school supplies, room & board, transportation, food or other needed items for school.
Application Age: 18 +
Services Area: San Mateo County, San Francisco County, Santa Clara County, Alameda County,
and Placer County
Requirements:
- Must be in or formally in the foster care system
- Currently enrolled in an accredited university, community college, or vocational program and in good standing
Documentation needed for application:
- Dependency or Ward Letter
- Copy of transcripts
- Proof of current enrollment
- Personal Statement
- Identification
Application Period:
June 1st – August 31st for funding in the following fall.
Annual Grant Amount:
4 year colleges, university, private vocational programs: $5,000
Community colleges: $3,000
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Three Easy Steps to Apply
PERSONAL STATEMENT
Write a brief personal statement about your need and how it will help you achieve your educational and/or vocational goals.
ONLINE APPLICATION
Complete the online application accessible below or download the PDF and fill out at home.
WAIT FOR GOOD NEWS
Wait up to two weeks to hear from a Dreams33 representative with news about your request.