Destino Scholarship Fund

Awarded to Latino/Latina Ventura County graduating high school seniors, or Latino or Latina community college students, or Latino or Latina college freshmen, sophomores, or juniors who previously graduated from high school in Ventura County and who are enrolled in or plan to enroll full-time at an accredited California college. Priority given to those enrolled/enrolling at CSU Channel Islands, Moorpark College, Oxnard College, or Ventura College. Preference in the selection process will be given to students who are the first generation in their family to attend college. Prior recipients may re-apply for consideration in successive years.

Special Requirements: Applicants must have a GPA between 2.0-3.0 GPA and demonstrate financial need. Required Essay Topic: In 300-500 words please tell us who or what inspired you to pursue a college education, and who has had the biggest influence in your life and why? What would you do to make Ventura County a better place?