Funding Amount

US $500 - US $1,000

Deadline

Deadline not published

Grant Type

Foundation

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Eligible organizations

  • Current High School Senior furthering their education
  • Application Criteria:Graduating high school senior from the following districts: Eagle Pass ISD, Edgewood ISD, Harlandale ISD, Northside ISD, San Antonio ISD, Somerset ISD, South San ISD, or Southwest ISD.
  • Plan to attend any accredited two- or four-year college or university

Other requirements

  • Must come from a Spanish-speaking household
  • Must be a first-generation college student
  • Demonstrate financial need
  • May be a returning scholarship recipient (active college student status)

Overview

The Proyecto Ayuda Scholarship Fund, managed by the San Antonio Area Foundation, offers financial assistance to full-time high school seniors from specific districts. Eligible students must come from Spanish-speaking households and be first-generation college students. The scholarship supports various areas of study for up to three years, assisting a total of 20 students annually. It aims to improve educational opportunities and empower the next generation within the community.

San Antonio Area Foundation
We contribute through grants and scholarships fueled by you, helping nonprofits further and strengthen their mission, and providing leadership for key community issues.
Since 1964, the Area Foundation has distributed millions in grants and scholarships to educate youth, preserve the environment, protect animals, fund research and provide services that enhance the quality of life for people living in and around San Antonio.
Renewable: No
Renewal Term: No, but a student may apply to receive this scholarship up to a total of 3 years or until they receive their undergraduate degree, whichever is first.

Eligibility

Who Can Apply:Current High School Senior furthering their education
Application Criteria:Graduating high school senior from the following districts: Eagle Pass ISD, Edgewood ISD, Harlandale ISD, Northside ISD, San Antonio ISD, Somerset ISD, South San ISD, or Southwest ISD.
Demonstrate financial need
Plan to attend any accredited two- or four-year college or university
May be a returning scholarship recipient (active college student status)

What San Antonio Area Foundation actually gave

Source: IRS Form 990, 2024

Grants in 2024
379
Total given
$35.42M
Median grant
$25K
Range
$5,081–$3.2M
  • By dollars: Texas 78%, Florida 9%, District of Columbia 6%. Top recipient cities: San Antonio, TX; Austin, TX; New Braunfels, TX.
  • 28% of recipients were new grantees, not repeat recipients.

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IRS Form 990, 2024. Amounts as reported by the funder. Full 990 history →

Focus Areas & Funding Uses

Fields of Work

  • Hispanic
  • Education

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