Scholarship
Contra Costa County NOW
About
Contra Costa County NOW is offering two $1,000 scholarships for women of color who live in Contra Costa County and are enrolled in an accredited not-for-profit two- or four-year college or university. The awards seek to support women who have demonstrated leadership as community activists. Applicants must submit an application form, official transcript, digital photo, a letter of recommendation, and an essay via email.
These scholarships reflect our commitment to supporting marginalized women of color in an effort to enable each woman’s pursuit of an education.
Who can apply
Be a woman of color.
“offering two $1,000 scholarships to 2 women of color who are residents of Contra Costa County, enrolled in an accredited not-for-profit college or university, in either a two-year or four-year academic program.”
Be a resident of Contra Costa County, California.
“residents of Contra Costa County”
Be enrolled in an accredited not-for-profit two- or four-year college or university.
“enrolled in an accredited not-for-profit college or university, in either a two-year or four-year academic program.”
Have demonstrated leadership as an activist in the community.
“We are also looking to support women who have demonstrated leadership as activists in their community.”
Live in Contra Costa County, California.
“residents of Contra Costa County,”
Be a woman of color.
“women of color”