Pipia/Ma Welcome Home Fund

Funder: Betty Ma and John Pipia (created through Pasadena Community Foundation)

Fund Type: Scholarship fund for returning U.S. military combat veterans

Geographic Scope: Pasadena City College

Focus Areas: Educational support for returning military veterans pursuing post-secondary degrees

Award Details:

• Number of scholarships: Two annual scholarships
• Duration: Five-year commitment
• Institution: Pasadena City College (PCC)
• Recipient qualifications:
  • Full-time student veterans
  • Demonstrated serious academic ambition and progress
  • Plan to transfer to a four-year college or university

Program Philosophy: Focuses on supportive and practical assistance rather than addressing problems. Aims to provide hopeful, uplifting support for veterans looking to return to or begin their education and to help build confidence as they transition to civilian life.

Supporting Institution: PCC has a Veteran's Resource Center well-positioned to support the fund

Donors Background:

• John Pipia: Vietnam War combat veteran who served in the U.S. Army
• Betty Ma: MBA mentor to graduate students at USC Graduate Business School, several of whom are veterans; member of PCF's Professional Advisors Committee

Contact Information:

• Pasadena Community Foundation
• 301 E. Colorado Blvd., Suite 810
• Pasadena, CA 91101
• T. 626.796.2097
• F. 626.583.4738
• Website: Visit the Welcome Home Fund page to make a donation