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:

  1. Must be in or formally in the foster care system
  2. Currently enrolled in an accredited university, community college, or vocational program and in good standing

Documentation needed for application:

  1. Dependency or Ward Letter
  2. Copy of transcripts
  3. Proof of current enrollment
  4. Personal Statement
  5. 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.

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WAIT FOR GOOD NEWS

Wait up to two weeks to hear from a Dreams33 representative with news about your request.

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Educational Grant

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  • Dependency Verification Letter or copy of your Dependency Card

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  • Copy of transcripts and proof of enrollment

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  • Personal Statement

  • 1. Why is a college education important to you? What are you most looking forward to in college?
    2. What are your future educational and/or vocational goals?
    3. If you have decided on a specific career, why have you chosen to pursue this specific career?
    4. Give a brief description and examples to demonstrate your personal positive work ethic.
    5. What other scholarships and/or financial aid have you applied for and/or received?
    6. Please share anything else you would like Dreams33 to know.

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