Educating for Change Scholarship
The Educating for Change Scholarship, offered by the Foundation for California Community Colleges (FoundationCCC), $500 in financial support to eligible California community college students who have a parent currently incarcerated in a prison administered by the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR).
The Peralta Colleges Foundation is helping Peralta students access this opportunity by collecting applications, verifying eligibility, and submitting eligible applicants to FoundationCCC for consideration.
Scholarships are funded and awarded by FoundationCCC on a first-come, first-served basis while funds remain available. Submission of an application to the Peralta Colleges Foundation does not guarantee an award.
Peralta Application Deadline: September 24, 2026
Apply as early as possible. Because funding is limited and awarded on a first-come, first-served basis, the Peralta Colleges Foundation will review and submit eligible applications on a rolling basis.
Scholarship Amount & Uses
Award: $500 per student, per semester.
Scholarship funds may support tuition, fees, books, educational supplies, technology, and other educational expenses. Funds may also be used for certain basic needs, including food, childcare, housing, and transportation. Some uses may have tax implications. Students should review the official FoundationCCC guidelines for complete information.
Who Is Eligible?
- Currently enrolled in a California Community College, or a high school senior planning to attend a California Community College. Dual-enrollment students may apply.
- Have a parent currently incarcerated in a CDCR-administered California state prison.
- Students whose parent is incarcerated in a federal or out-of-state facility are not eligible.
- For this scholarship, “parent” includes a biological or adoptive parent, step-parent, foster parent, or legal guardian.
- Before scholarship funds are disbursed, enrollment in at least 12 units or an approved alternate full-time equivalent must be verified.
Apply Through the Peralta Colleges Foundation
Ready to Apply?
Complete the application below by September 24, 2026. The Peralta Colleges Foundation will review your application for eligibility and submit eligible applications to FoundationCCC.
Apply early. FoundationCCC has limited funding available and awards scholarships on a first-come, first-served basis.
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The Educating for Change Scholarship is administered and funded by the Foundation for California Community Colleges (FoundationCCC).
