Jennie and Henry Solorio Memorial Scholarship

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Jennie and Henry Solorio Memorial Scholarship

The Jennie and Henry Solorio Memorial Scholarship was established to support students of San Benito County in pursuing their dreams. Jeanie and Henry were lifelong learners, open to new ideas and ways of thinking. They were also active in their community promoting equality, justice, and compassion. Henry and Jennie were farmworkers in their youth and understood the obstacles to completing a college degree. This scholarship is intended to help students complete their education and make a difference in the world.

The scholarship was created to provide financial support to Latinx high school seniors, independent or continuation school students, or college student transfers who will be attending either a two-year college, four-year university, or a certified vocational training institution.

Eligibility Requirements

• Must be of Latino/Latina/Latinx heritage
• Neither parent has attended college
• GPA 2.5 or higher (recommended)
  
• Graduating high school senior residing in San Benito County, including independent or continuation schools, or college student transfers who will be enrolling in either a two year college, four year university or a certified vocational training institution

A Complete Application includes:

• Scholarship Application
• 3 letters of recommendation (two from staff, one from a community member)
• Personal Statement (up to 1000 words, double spaced) discussing the following
  • Your educational journey. Obstacles you've overcome to reach your goals
  • Persons who have been inspirational in your life
  • Your favorite activities
  • General or specific educational/ career interests
  • Personal qualities that have helped you succeed in life
• Transcript (official or unofficial)