Youth Scholarships & Financial Resources
This page highlights scholarship opportunities available to support our youth as they prepare for life after high school. New scholarships will be added over time—please check back regularly for updates.
Available Scholarships (2026)
David Covin Scholarship Fund (2026)
Description
The David Covin Scholarship Fund provides financial assistance to eligible graduating high school seniors pursuing higher education or vocational training.
Award Amount
$500 scholarship
Eligibility
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- Graduating high school seniors
- Must be accepted as a full-time student at a college, university, or trade school
- Must meet residency and program requirements outlined in the application
Deadline
Friday, April 10, 2026, by 5:00 p.m.
How to Apply
Download and complete the scholarship application below. Be sure to review all required documents and submission instructions carefully.
Lauren Hammond Memorial Fund Scholarship (2026)
Description
The Lauren Hammond Memorial Fund Scholarship, administered by the Stockton Boulevard Community Development Corporation, supports students in the Sacramento region who are pursuing higher education or trade school opportunities.
Award Amount
See application for details
Eligibility (At a Glance)
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- High school seniors or community college students continuing their education
- Planning to attend a trade school, community college, or four-year university
- Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5
- Additional eligibility requirements apply — applicants must review the full application for complete details
Deadline
Friday, May 1, 2026, at 11:59 p.m.
How to Apply
Complete and submit the online scholarship application using the link below. Applicants are encouraged to carefully review all instructions, eligibility requirements, and submission guidelines within the application.
Finer Womanhood Scholarship (2026)
Description
The Finer Womanhood Scholarship, offered by Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated – Kappa Psi Zeta Chapter (Sacramento, CA), supports young women who demonstrate academic achievement, leadership, service, and character as they prepare to attend a four-year college or university.
Award Amount
See application for details
Eligibility (At a Glance)
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- Female high school seniors
- Planning to attend a 4-year accredited college or university in Fall 2026
- Minimum GPA of 2.75
- Must live in and attend school in the Sacramento or Elk Grove area
- Demonstrates leadership and reflects the values of scholarship, service, sisterhood, and integrity
- Additional eligibility requirements apply — applicants must review the full application for complete details
Deadline
April 16, 2026
How to Apply
Complete and submit the online scholarship application using the link below. Applicants are encouraged to carefully review all instructions, eligibility requirements, and submission guidelines within the application.
Sigma Gamma Rho Scholarship (2026)
Description
The 2026 Scholarship Program is offered by the Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Incorporated – Eta Alpha Sigma Alumnae Chapter (Sacramento, CA). The program supports graduating high school seniors who demonstrate scholastic achievement, community service, and a commitment to leadership.
Award Amount
See application for details
Eligibility (At a Glance)
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- High school seniors graduating from a school in Sacramento or Yolo County
- Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale
- Participation in community service activities
- Additional eligibility requirements apply — applicants must review the full application for complete details
Deadline
April 11, 2026
How to Apply
Applicants must complete the scholarship application and submit all required materials, including a personal statement and an essay. Finalists may be invited to participate in an interview in May 2026.
Elk Grove Alumnae Chapter Scholarship (2026)
Description
The Elk Grove Alumnae Chapter Scholarship Program, offered by the Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated – Elk Grove Alumnae Chapter, supports the next generation of leaders through scholarships for students pursuing academic and professional excellence.
Award Amount
Varies by scholarship (see application for details)
Eligibility (At a Glance)
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- Open to high school, college, and nursing students
- Must meet eligibility requirements for the specific scholarship applied for
- Additional eligibility requirements apply — applicants must review the full application for complete details
Deadline
April 30, 2026
Available Scholarships
- Theresa A. Pradia Scholarship – HBCU Book Scholarship
- Carolyn N. Watts Scholarship – West Sacramento Scholarship
- Jacquelyn & Jimmie Ward Scholarship – African American Nursing Scholarship
How to Apply
Applicants should apply using the scholarship application link or QR code provided by the sponsoring organization. Please review all instructions, eligibility requirements, and submission guidelines carefully before submitting.
Sacramento Alumnae Chapter Scholarship (2026)
Description
The Scholarship Program is offered by the Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated – Sacramento Alumnae Chapter to support students of African descent pursuing higher education and demonstrating strong academic achievement.
Award Amount
See application for details
Eligibility (At a Glance)
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- Black or African descent
- Minimum GPA of 3.0
- Reside in the Greater Sacramento area
- Planning to enroll in an accredited college or university in Fall 2026
- Additional eligibility requirements apply — applicants must review the full application for complete details
Deadline
March 27, 2026, by 11:59 p.m.
How to Apply
Applicants should apply using the scholarship application link or QR code provided by the sponsoring organization. Please review all instructions, eligibility requirements, and submission guidelines carefully before submitting.
Alpha Kappa Alpha Scholarship Program (2026)
Description
The 2026 Scholarship Program, offered by the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated – Eta Gamma Omega Chapter, provides scholarship opportunities for students in the Greater Sacramento area pursuing higher education, including high school seniors and undergraduate students.
Award Amount
See application for details
Eligibility (At a Glance)
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- Must reside in the Greater Sacramento area
- Open to high school seniors and undergraduate students (including STEM and HBCU pathways)
- Must complete the appropriate application and submit all required materials
- Additional eligibility requirements apply — applicants must review the full application for complete details
Deadline
Saturday, April 4, 2026 (application submission)
Final attachments due by April 7, 2026, at 11:59 p.m.
How to Apply
Applicants must complete the appropriate online application and upload all required documents, including transcripts, essays, and recommendation letters. Please review all instructions and requirements carefully before submitting.
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