If you or someone you know have been affected by the Palisades or Eaton Canyon/Altadena wildfires, you are not alone. This scholarship is here to support those continuing their education in the face of loss, displacement, or hardship—because your resilience deserves to be recognized and uplifted. More than financial aid, this is a step toward healing and building brighter futures in the communities impacted.
Scholarship Details
- Scholarship supports education during the current academic year, as well as next year
- Open to students currently enrolled or enrolling next fall
- Funds may be used at accredited 2- or 4-year colleges, universities, or trade/vocational programs (including cosmetology and makeup artistry schools)
Eligibility Criteria
- Must plan to attend an accredited U.S. educational institution
- Applicants must be a high school senior, recent high school graduate, a current college or trade school student, or not enrolled but planning to enroll next fall.
- Must have been personally impacted by the Los Angeles wildfires (evacuation, loss of home, or significant financial hardship)
- Must have lived in or near one of the affected areas at the time of the wildfires: Palisades, Los Angeles, CA or Eaton Canyon/Altadena, CA
- Must be a U.S. citizen or legal resident
Application Process
- Prepare documentation of enrollment or planned enrollment at a qualifying college, university, or vocational program
- Gather proof of wildfire impact (e.g., evacuation order, loss of housing, or financial hardship statement)
- Complete the scholarship application form as provided by the sponsoring organization
- Submit all required documents by the application deadline (check official scholarship details for the specific date)
This is a one-time, non-renewable scholarship. Applicants must meet all eligibility criteria and submit all required materials by the deadline to be considered.
