THE CHITO SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM

Deadline to apply is May 1, 2023

The Chito Scholarship Program assists Latino youth in underprivileged communities aspiring entrepreneur ventures facing financial hardship by providing scholarship awards that range from $250 - $1,000 to
qualified high school seniors. 

Eligibility Requirements:  

Applicants must meet the following criteria to be considered for a scholarship:

  • Be currently enrolled in high school and or graduating in the spring of 2023

  • Be of Latino heritage

  • Must have a GPA of 2.0 or higher

  • California resident

  • Submit a 500-word essay answering, “What propels your Entrepreneurial Passion?”

  • Show qualities of distinguished character in entrepreneurship, leadership, and economic hardship

  • Submit a current photograph of yourself

Application 

The Chito Scholarship is currently open. The deadline to apply is May 1, 2023.

Priority is given to students who demonstrate a passion for entrepreneurship and are struggling financially.

The scholarship will be awarded on May 15, 2023. Scholarships are non-renewable. Scholarship awards will be sent directly to recipients. Scholarship awards are non-transferable.