Immigrant Justice Scholarship

The Immigrant Justice Scholarship was established in 2004 by Kelly Younger, a Menlo Atherton graduate, in honor of her Godmother, Julia Villarroel, who immigrated from Bolivia. The scholarship supports students who demonstrate passion and involvement in social justice activities, particularly those addressing immigrant issues. Kelly Younger studied Latin American Studies and Chicanx Studies at UCLA and has worked as a medical interpreter, high school guidance counselor, and now serves as a community organizer and social worker, currently serving as Accompaniment Program Manager for the Interfaith Movement for Human Integrity. This scholarship is designed to support students who express passion for and demonstrate involvement in social justice causes, especially in support of immigrants, are immigrants themselves, or come from immigrant families. The program provides up to $18,000 over six years (up to $3,000 per year) to help students continue their education while remaining engaged in immigrant justice efforts. Non-US citizens and undocumented students are eligible and encouraged to apply. Applicants must be current graduating high school seniors or currently enrolled college students from specific high schools in the San Mateo County area, including Menlo-Atherton, Woodside, Carlmont, Sequoia, Redwood High Schools, TIDE Academy, Summit Everest High School, Cañada Middle College, East Palo Alto Academy, and Eastside College Preparatory. Students must demonstrate financial hardship and maintain a minimum 2.5 GPA on a 4.0 scale.