The Brothers of the Desert (BOD) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to establishing a robust support network for Black gay men and their allies in the Coachella Valley. Its mission is to empower and uplift Black gay men and allies through initiatives focused on philanthropy, volunteer service, mentorship, education, advocacy, and social networking. BOD aims to transform the barriers that lead to feelings of isolation, disconnection, and inequity among Black gay men.

Closing Date: Extended Deadline: April 21, 2025
Amount: $2,000, with opportunity for renewal

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The Cultivating Inland Empire Latino Opportunity, or CIELO Fund, was launched in 2022 at the Inland Empire Community Foundation with a mission of uplifting and investing in the region’s Latino community. Since then, the fund has awarded over $1 million in grants to Latino-led and Latino-serving organizations throughout Riverside and San Bernardino counties. The CIELO Fund Leadership and Grantmaking Committee is also proud to invest in the next generation of local leaders through the third round of the CIELO Fund Scholars Program to invest in Latino students attending Inland Empire colleges and universities, especially those intending to remain and work in the region upon completing their studies..

Opening Date: April 8, 2025
Closing Date: May 19, 2025
Amount: $1,000 to $2,000

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The Dave & Mary Hjorth Family Endowment Fund Scholarship offers one-time scholarships awarded to two students, who are graduating seniors of Upland High School and will be attending an accredited four-year college or university.

Opening Date: January 30, 2025
Closing Date: April 7, 2025
Amount: $11,000

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Established in 2021 to award scholarships to a John W. North High graduating student who demonstrates the same kind of commitment to education and inclusivity as Dr. Horace Jackson, principal of North High in Riverside, California, from 1970-1976.

Dr. Jackson was recognized as a courageous, compassionate, and innovative leader during a turbulent time nationally. As principal of North’s multi-ethnic campus, Jackson established a unified culture of mutual respect and inclusion that lives on today. He was known to be ever-present on campus, seeking ways to bring students together. He influenced countless lives by showing confidence in his students and his staff. That legacy continues with the goal of equipping all North High graduates with the moral principle that every person is valued.

Opening Date: February 1, 2025
Extended Deadline: April 4, 2025
Amount: $3,000

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The Dr. Horace Jackson Legacy Scholarship Fund provides financial assistance in the form of scholarships to graduated high school students from John W. North who demonstrate a desire to continue learning and a deep commitment toward a better, more inclusive world.

Students who have received a Dr. Horace Jackson Legacy Scholarship (HJLS) award are eligible to apply for continuing aid. Scholarship awards are not guaranteed but can be applied for until the student finishes their college or trade school degree.

Awards start at $1,000 and can be higher depending on the student’s needs and available funds.

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The S.L. Gimbel Foundation Scholarship Fund provides financial support for low-income students who will enroll or are currently enrolled at the California State University (CSU), San Bernardino (CSUSB), CSU Dominguez Hills (CSUDH), and CSU Long Beach (CSULB).

Undergraduate low income students, accepted to attend CSUSB, CSUDH, and CSULB and current undergraduate students of CSUSB, CSUDH, and CSULB from all backgrounds regardless of age, race, religion, gender, sexual preference or national origin are eligible to apply.  First generation, college-going students, and/or traditionally underrepresented students in higher education, non traditional students such as single parents, older students, married students, foster youth and undocumented students who meet the requirements below are eligible to apply.

Opening Date: June 2022
Closing Date: June 30, 2022
Amount: Maximum of $10,000

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The Elizabeth C. and Jack B. Clarke, Sr. Scholarship Fund, honors the late councilman and his wife for their service to the Riverside community.  Mr. Clarke was the first African-American member of the Riverside City Council.  The Ruth Schroff Scholarship Fund provides college scholarships for outstanding African-American or Hispanic/Latino students residing in Riverside or San Bernardino.

Opening Date: February 1, 2022
Closing Date: May 11, 2022
Amount: $1,000

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Established in 2014 the Beverly J. Soderling Memorial Scholarship is being offered to graduating seniors at Banning High School.

Opening Date: March 15, 2025
Closing Date: April 30, 2025
Amount: $1,000

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The Ruth Schroff Scholarship Fund provides scholarships for outstanding African-American or Hispanic/Latino students residing in Riverside or San Bernardino Counties.

Opening Date: February 1, 2022
Closing Date: May 11, 2022
Amount: $1,000

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The Dr. Barnett Grier and Eleanor Jean Grier Scholarship Fund is the legacy to their efforts to ensure equality in education, housing, employment, and opportunity for underrepresented and disadvantaged citizens in Riverside.

Opening Date: February 1, 2022
Closing Date: May 11, 2022
Amount: $1,000

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The Reginald Keith Edmond II Scholarship Fund provides college financial assistance to outstanding student athletes graduating from a high school within the Riverside Unified School District and Alvord Unified School District.  

Opening Date: February 1, 2022
Closing Date: May 10, 2022
Amount: $1,000

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Provides college financial assistance to outstanding graduating seniors from Riverside who are pursuing a college education in engineering, particularly in the area of construction or civil engineering.  Also, first-year engineering students from Cal Poly Pomona, San Luis Obispo, CSU Long Beach, and Cal Baptist University are eligible for scholarships.

Opening Date: February 1, 2022
Closing Date: April 29, 2022
Amount Range: $1,000

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Marvin Edward Leggett Jr. spent his entire teaching career, of nearly 40 years, in the English Departments of the two high schools in the Alvord Unified School District. This dedicated educator and avid book collector was known especially for his Science Fiction and Fantasy classes, as well as for his classes in the Humanities. This scholarship is intended for an applicant who intends to pursue studies in English (especially Science Fiction & Fantasy), the Humanities, Liberal Arts, the Performing Arts/Music, Creative Writing, Communications, Library Science, and/or a career in Secondary Education / College level Teaching.

Opening Date: February 1, 2025
Closing Date: April 15, 2022
Amount Range: $2,000

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The purpose of the Scholarship Fund is to provide college financial assistance to outstanding graduating seniors who are pursuing a college education and are residents of the City of Riverside and neighboring communities.

Opening Date: February 1, 2022
Closing Date: April 6, 2022
Amount: Varies

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The scholarship fund provides college financial assistance to an outstanding graduating female senior from Elsinore High School who is pursuing a college education at an accredited community college, state college, Catholic college, or university. 

Opening Date: February 1, 2022
Closing Date: March 31, 2022
Amount: $3,000

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Burton/May Pride Award Scholarship Information and Criteria The Safe Schools Scholarship Fund – Burton/May Pride Award recognizes outstanding lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, questioning or intersex (LGBTQI) youth who, through their participation, dedication and initiative, have helped foster a positive self-image among other LGBTQI youth. This scholarship award will enable students to pursue further education and training at Universities, Colleges, Community Colleges and Trade Schools.

Opening Date: November 1, 2025
Extended Deadline: February 14, 2025
Amount Range: $500-$1500

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The James Buchner Memorial Scholarship Fund is established as an endowed scholarship by Dora Buchner to honor the memory of James Buchner in perpetuity.  The fund provides college financial assistance in the form of scholarships to Hispanic students, Catholic students who are US residents, and are seniors at Cathedral City High School who demonstrate motivation, perseverance, and a sincere desire to gain an education.

Opening Date: January 1, 2025
Closing Date: April 15, 2025
Amount: $1,000

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The Fund provides financial assistance in the form of scholarships to graduating high school students residing in the Coachella Valley who are low income, Latino/Hispanic who demonstrate motivation, perseverance, and a sincere desire to gain an education. 

Opening Date: February 1, 2022
Closing Date: April 29, 2022
Amount: $1,000

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The Fund provides financial assistance in the form of scholarships to students residing in the Coachella Valley who are seeking an undergraduate/graduate degree either within or outside of the Valley.

Opening Date: February 1, 2022
Closing Date: April 6, 2022
Amount Range: $1,000 – $2,000

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The Fund provides financial assistance in the form of scholarships to students who are U.S. citizens, and residents, or former residents, of Coachella Valley who demonstrate motivation, perseverance and a sincere desire to gain an education, be it high school, vocational school, community college, undergraduate or graduate college or university.
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