Vocational Education Scholarship
Don Diego Scholarship Foundation
About
The Vocational Education Scholarship supports students pursuing an AA/AS degree or a certificate at a community college or accredited trade school. It is intended for high school students who are applying for or accepted into college or a certificate program. Applicants must have participated in events at the Del Mar Fairgrounds or related venues or been employed by those organizations. The award amount is listed on the page as $5,000 in awards.
Provides scholarships for outstanding high school seniors and graduates who participate in activities and events at the Del Mar Fairgrounds, including the San Diego County Fair, demonstrating talent for organization, leadership and innovation and making a valuable contribution to the community.
Who can apply
Be a high school student applying for or accepted to a college or certificate program.
“Applicant must be a high school student applying for/accepted at a college or certificate program.”
Have participated in an event at the Del Mar Fairgrounds or Horsepark or Del Mar Thoroughbred Club, or be/been an employee or contractor of the Del Mar Fairgrounds/Del Mar Thoroughbred Club.
“Applicant must have participated (prior to the applying year) in an event at the Del Mar Fairgrounds or Horsepark, Del Mar Thoroughbred Club or as an employee of the Del Mar Fairgrounds, Del Mar Thoroughbred Club or contractor of the Del Mar Fairgrounds.”