By: Jessica Hubbard, Executive Director, Yolo Community Foundation
The Yolo Community Foundation (YCF) is thrilled to announce that applications are now open for the 2025 scholarship season. We invite students in Yolo County to apply for a range of scholarships designed to support those pursuing higher education, vocational training, or community service projects.
YCF is pleased to collaborate with the Sacramento Region Community Foundation to offer the following scholarships for the 2025 academic year. All applications are due by March 14, 2025.
1. The Saylor Family Scholarship
This scholarship supports students in Davis or Winters who have faced significant life challenges, including foster care, the loss of a family member during high school, teen parenthood, behavioral health issues, or financial hardship. Awardees may receive up to $2,500.
2. The Mary Ellen Dolcini Scholarship
In honor of a long-time community leader, this scholarship is available to high school seniors of Mexican American descent from Davis, Woodland, and surrounding areas in Yolo County. Awardees can receive up to $10,000 to pursue a college education.
3. The Julia R. Millon Memorial Scholarship
Created to honor Julia Millon’s spirit, this scholarship supports high school students living within the Winters School District who plan to attend a Four-Year College/University, Community College, Vocational, Trade or Technical school in the Fall. Awardees will receive $1,500.
4. Roy and Cynthia Kroener Family Scholarship
Designed for graduating high school seniors from Davis, CA, this scholarship is for students with a minimum 3.0 GPA who demonstrate financial need. Awardees may receive up to $5,000.
5. The Yolo Youth Service Award (YoYoSA) Scholarship
This scholarship supports high school seniors who have volunteered at a Yolo County nonprofit organization for at least 60 hours during their junior and/or senior years. Awardees will receive a $1,000 scholarship and a $500 grant to their sponsoring nonprofit.
6. The NorYo Opportunity Scholarship
For high school seniors from Northern Yolo County, this scholarship supports students planning to attend a community college or vocational school. Award amounts range from $1,000-$3,000.
7. The David Breaux Scholarship
Honoring a beloved Davis community member, this scholarship is open to high school seniors and first-year college students who demonstrate financial need and a commitment to social justice and compassionate service. Awardees can receive up to $2,000.
8. The Richard & Lucille Harrison Scholarship
Awarded to students from Woodland with aspirations to improve their lives through education and training, this scholarship offers up to $10,000 in support.
For more details on each scholarship and to submit an application, visit Yolo Community Foundation Scholarships.
Additionally, local students are encouraged to explore further scholarship opportunities through the Sacramento Region Community Foundation at Sacramento Region Community Foundation Scholarships. All scholarship applications are due by Friday, March 14, 2025.
Local High School Scholarships
Local high schools in Davis Joint Unified School District also offer scholarships supported by YCF fundholders, including:
• The Barbara Neu Memorial Scholarship for students graduating from a high school in Davis who attended Fairfield Elementary.
• The Todd Erickson Memorial Scholarship for students graduating from a Davis high school with a history in Davis swimming and/or water polo. • The Paul Makley Memorial Scholarship for students graduating from a high school in Davis exhibiting integrity, kindness, and a commitment to community service
For more information about deadlines and how to apply, please reach out to Davis Senior High School for more information.
For more information or to set up a scholarship fund, please contact Yolo Community Foundation at info@yolocf.org or call 530-312-0593. You can also visit www.yolocf.org.
About Yolo Community Foundation
Yolo Community Foundation is committed to building a stronger community by supporting a variety of local initiatives through grants, scholarships, and charitable funds. We aim to enhance the quality of life in Yolo County by fostering philanthropy and supporting those who serve the community.
