How much funding does Latinos in Technology Scholarship provide?

The listing does not state a funding amount. Check the funder's announcement for specifics.

When is the deadline for Latinos in Technology Scholarship?

The funder has not published a deadline for this grant.

Who is eligible for Latinos in Technology Scholarship?

Eligible applicants: College juniors and seniors in good standing; Pursuing a college degree in a STEM-related field; Latino students in need of financial support; First-generation college students prioritized (176 out of 220 recipients were first-generation).

How often is Latinos in Technology Scholarship offered?

Latinos in Technology Scholarship runs on an annual cycle.

Latinos in Technology Scholarship

Hispanic Foundation of Silicon Valley

Foundation Annual Grants for Hispanic Nonprofits STEM Education Grants Workforce Development Grants

Funding Amount

Not stated

Deadline

Deadline not published

Grant Type

Foundation

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Cycle: Annual
Tracked since: April 2026

From the program guidelines: “Applications typically open annually”

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Eligible organizations

College juniors and seniors in good standing
Pursuing a college degree in a STEM-related field
Latino students in need of financial support
First-generation college students prioritized (176 out of 220 recipients were first-generation)

Overview

Geographic Scope: Silicon Valley, California (Santa Clara and San Mateo Counties)

Focus Area: STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) education and workforce development

Overview:
The Latinos in Technology Scholarship is designed to address the underrepresentation of Latinos in the tech workforce. Although Latinos represent 28% of the total population in Silicon Valley, only 3% are in the tech workforce. With 39% of the K-12 student population identified as Latino, the foundation seeks to create a robust pipeline of Latino professionals in STEM fields.

Eligibility:

College juniors and seniors in good standing
Pursuing a college degree in a STEM-related field
Latino students in need of financial support
First-generation college students prioritized (176 out of 220 recipients were first-generation)

Program Impact:

As of 2019, 220+ Latinos in Technology Scholars have been awarded
88 out of 160 scholars are female
131 out of 160 are first-generation college students

Additional Benefits:

Scholars are placed as candidates in internship programs with investors or partner companies (Intel, KLA, LAM Research, Western Digital, Turo)
Direct connection to corporate internship opportunities
Networking and mentorship opportunities

How to Apply

Application Process

Status: Application timeline varies by year. Historical deadlines have been announced in September for spring/following year opening.

Required Materials:

Completed application form
All required supporting documents (specific requirements not detailed in provided pages)

Timeline Notes:

Applications typically open annually
Past deadline: September 2020 (received 107 applications)
Next scholarship period opened in 2021

Important Notes:

Limited seating/awards available (program aims to give "up to 100 Latino students" financial support)
Apply as soon as possible after opening due to limited availability
Applicants notified of status within a couple of weeks of application closing

Application Submission:

Submit application and all required documents together
Early submission recommended due to competitive nature

Contact for Application Details:
Lisa Anna Dominguez, Director, Education Programs
Hispanic Foundation of Silicon Valley
1961 The Alameda
San Jose, California 95126

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