VCCF SCHOLARSHIP
PROGRAM
A scholarship is more than a financial award,
it is the key that unlocks the future
The Ventura County Community Foundation Scholarship program is made possible thanks to the generosity and commitment of donors, including individuals, corporations, and organizations. VCCF primarily awards scholarships to Ventura County students who are pursuing higher education and/or career training.
The VCCF Scholarship Program opens doors of educational opportunity for students of all ages. We firmly believe that by affording access to higher education to individuals, our entire community is strengthened. A scholarship is more than a financial award—it is the key that unlocks the future for deserving students by building their confidence and removing obstacles that stand in the way of success.
VCCF Scholarship Information Portals
DONORS
DONORS
We are so grateful to partner with generous donors to help support deserving students in Ventura County.
Interested in starting a scholarship fund? Click below to learn more about establishing a legacy through a VCCF scholarship.
STUDENT APPLICANTS
STUDENT APPLICANTS
Are you a student interested in applying to a VCCF scholarship?
Click below for resources, eligibility guidelines, application information, and more.
RECOMMENDERS
RECOMMENDERS
Thank you for supporting our students! Letters of recommendation are such an important aspect of the VCCF scholarship. Click below for important information and resources on how to submit your letter(s) of recommendation for a student(s).
Convenings + Support
Education Staff (College and Career staff and School Counselors, AVID Teachers)
Wednesday, December 2, 2020 3:30pm-4:30pm — Register Now
Please join us for this scholarship Information Session, led by VCCF Scholarship Director, Dr. Cristina Miranda. This presentation will prepare you to facilitate any questions from your students about submitting their scholarship application. We also welcome you to join any of the following drop-in Q&A sessions fo students and recommenders.
For Students
Parents and students, before joining any of the following Q&A discussions, we recommend watching this video on how to submit your scholarship application.
- Thursday, Dec. 10 2020, 5:30-6:30pm (Q&A) – Register Now
- Tuesday, Dec. 15, 2020 noon-1:00pm (Q&A) – Register Now
- Monday, Dec. 21, 2020 3:30-4:30pm (Q&A) – Register Now
- Thursday, Jan. 21, 2021 5:30-6:30pm (Q&A) – Register Now
- Tuesday, Jan. 26, 2021 3:30-4:30pm (Q&A) – Register Now
For Recommenders
Recommenders, before joining any of the following Q&A discussions, we recommend watching these videos on how to submit letter(s) of recommendation for your student(s).
- Tuesday, Dec. 8, 2020 5:30-6:30pm (Q&A) – Register Now
- Thursday, Dec. 17, 2020 2:00-3:00pm (Q&A) – Register Now
- Tuesday, Jan. 12, 2021 3:30-4:30pm (Q&A) – Register Now
- Wednesday, Jan. 27, 2021 2:00-3:00pm (Q&A) – Register Now
#BecauseYouGave
Be sure to check out the 2020 #BecauseYouGave campaign to hear about the stories and impact
from this year’s scholarship recipients.
VCCF Scholarship Selection Committee
The VCCF scholarship selection committee is composed of community volunteers and scholarship donors who are committed to bettering the educational opportunities for students in Ventura County. Each year, selection committee members invest countless hours reviewing, reading and rating scholarship applications. Their expertise and time are highly valued and we could not do this work without them.
Interested in volunteering for the VCCF Scholarship Selection Committee? Submit your name and email and we will be in touch.

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