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SASS Stars Scholarship

Upward Scholars

Funding Amount

$5,000 per year for two years

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

SASS Stars Scholarship

Funder: Upward Scholars (Sequoia Adult School Scholars - SASS program)

Geographic Scope: California (San Mateo County area)

Program Overview:
SASS Stars is a donor-inspired scholarship program designed to provide significant financial support to outstanding SASS students to help them accelerate their progress at community college. The program was initiated in 2016 and provides $5,000 per year for two years to selected recipients.

Eligibility Requirements:

  • Must be a current SASS recipient

  • Must have attended Cañada College or another local community college for at least two years

  • Minimum GPA of 2.5

  • Must have clear and realistic career goals

  • Must be talented, motivated, and career-driven
  • Award Details:

  • Amount: $5,000 per year for two years

  • Number of Awards: Multiple awards available (initial program awarded 2 scholarships, with potential for expansion)
  • Purpose:
    Funds are intended to help students accelerate their education and reduce financial barriers. Past recipients used awards to:

  • Quit additional jobs to focus on studies

  • Address transportation needs

  • Cover educational expenses
  • Selection Timeline:

  • Scholarship winners announced in December
  • Donors/Supporters:

  • Private Capital Management Associates (San Mateo)

  • Susan Russell (former SASS Board President)

  • Paula Uccelli (President of the Peter and Paula Uccelli Foundation)

  • Wendy and Porfirio Ortiz
  • Contact: Upward Scholars, Redwood City, CA

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    Fields of Work

    educationcollege-prep

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