Scholarships create real change and pathways to success for students pursuing postsecondary education. This investment is one of the most effective ways to remove barriers and provide stability, opportunity and a measurable return for our community. The CFMC can partner with you to help students reach their academic and career goals and create lasting impact.
The Community Foundation holds more than 100 scholarship funds and awards over $2 million annually to deserving students throughout Monterey County and beyond.
College Futures Monterey County helps low-income students in Monterey County achieve their educational and career goals. It combines need-based scholarships with college success services to help students get to and through college. Please join us to learn about ways you can help young people fulfill their dreams of earning a college degree — and change the future of our region.
The following are just a few of the named scholarship funds that managed by the CFMC in partnership with donors, businesses, service organizations and schools throughout Monterey County.
Monica Abbott Scholarship Fund – All Monterey County Public High Schools
Established by professional softball pitcher and Olympian, Monica Abbott, the scholarship is awarded to two graduating high school female student athletes.
The Carmel High School Class of 1952 Fund – Carmel High School
Established by the Carmel High School Class of 1952 and supporting through ongoing gifts from members of the class.
Charles Joseph Watts Scholarship Fund – King City High School
Established to support three students in attending any accredited institution of higher education – academic or vocational.
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