Hazel Reed Baumeister Scholarship Grant

Hazel Reed Baumeister Scholarship Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Silicon Valley Community Foundation
Amount: Up to US $5,000
Last Updated: January 04, 2026

Summary

The Hazel Reed Baumeister Scholarship, established in 2001 in memory of a dedicated community member, supports high-achieving high school graduates facing financial hardships. Applicants must demonstrate commitment through community involvement, maintain a minimum GPA of 3.5, and be enrolled or planning to enroll as full-time students in a four-year college or university. This scholarship aims to empower students to pursue higher education and foster their potential.

Overview

Background This program was established in 2001 through the Trust of Mrs. Hazel Reed Baumeister, a longtime resident of Burlingame. Mrs. Baumeister attended business school and worked from 1933 to 1939 as confidential executive secretary to United States Senator Pat McCarran of Nevada. The purpose of the scholarship, established in her memory, is to support high school graduates of high academic achievement who would be unable to pursue higher education without financial assistance. The selection committee looks for academic promise, documented perseverance in activities outside the classroom, the quality of the personal statement and personal characteristics such as honesty, good judgment and commitment to serving the community.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Demonstrated community involvement over a period of several yearsMinimum cumulative grade point average of 3.5 on a 4.0 scaleDemonstrated financial hardshipGraduating high school senior or graduate of a public or private high school in San Mateo County or Santa Clara CountyPlanning to enroll or currently enrolled in a four-year college or university as a full-time student