Who Can Apply:
- Jesus Baez-Santos was a blessing through all walks of life who passed away too soon, remaining in the hearts of his loved ones.
- Jesus demonstrated incredible selflessness towards his friends and family. He always did everything he could to lend a hand to everyone around him and was the goofiest person in the universe, with a contagious laugh that brightened any room he entered. Jesus was raised by immigrant parents and worked towards buying his family their first house.
- This scholarship seeks to honor the memory of Jesus-Baez-Santos by supporting students who have faced obstacles when pursuing higher education.
- Any BIPOC high school senior or undergraduate student in New York who will be a first-generation college student may apply for this scholarship opportunity, but applicants from New York City and those who are undocumented or DACA recipients are preferred.
Submission: To apply, think about someone in your life who has shaped the way you see yourself as a leader. The JBS Memorial Scholarship celebrates resilience, leadership, and commitment to uplifting others. How has their support or example influenced how you are carrying these values forward in your own journey, and the legacy you are building as a first-generation student? In what ways have they motivated you to give back to your family, community, or peers?
Deadline: September 2, 2026
Amount: $1,000
Learn More: https://bold.org/scholarships/jesus-baez-santos-memorial-scholarship/