The Abby Sobrato LCPA Alumni Scholarship Grant

The Abby Sobrato LCPA Alumni Scholarship Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Silicon Valley Community Foundation
Amount: Up to US $50,000
Last Updated: January 03, 2026

Summary

The Abby Sobrato LCPA Alumni Scholarship, established in memory of John Matthew Sobrato's mother, aims to honor her dedication to education and equal opportunity. It offers significant financial support to graduates of the Latino College Prep Academy in San José, California, facilitating their college access and success. The selection committee prioritizes students demonstrating academic potential and meaningful contributions to their communities and schools, ensuring the scholarship aligns with its mission to empower future leaders.

Overview

Background The Abby Sobrato Scholarship for LCPA Alumni was established by John Matthew Sobrato in memory of his mother. A teacher herself, she inspired him to go into teaching and always pushed for equal opportunity for everyone. This scholarship seeks to honor those values and provide expanded opportunities for students who graduated from the Latino College Prep Academy (LCPA) in San José, California, through significant scholarship support that will facilitate college access and success. The selection committee looks for students who demonstrate academic potential, involvement in community or school activities and contributed to their campus in a meaningful way.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website.