# Curry Award for Girls and Young Women

> Up to $1,000 from Silicon Valley Community Foundation. See the official page for current dates..

- Edition: Data verified Nov 2026 · CollegesRef 2026–27 edition
- Page: https://www.collegesref.com/scholarships/curry-award-for-girls-and-young-women
- Provider: Silicon Valley Community Foundation (Foundation)
- Award: Up to $1,000
- Deadline: See the official page for current dates.
- State list: https://www.collegesref.com/scholarships/state/ca
- Official page: https://www.svcf.org/scholarships/curry-award-for-girls-and-young-women
- Last verified by CollegesRef: Nov 6, 2026

## About this scholarship

This program supports self-motivated young women who are striving to continue their education despite facing significant personal obstacles and financial hardships. It is designed for students who have either persevered through difficult circumstances to stay in school or who had to temporarily withdraw for reasons outside of their control. The selection committee evaluates applicants based on their determination to succeed, financial need, and experiences with challenges such as physical disabilities, racial or ethnic discrimination, or pursuing nontraditional academic fields. Eligible candidates must be local residents of San Mateo County, with special preference directed toward specific cities and high schools in the area. Recipients must use the funding to support their full-time enrollment at an accredited two-year or four-year higher education institution.

## Who can apply

- Residents of: CA
- Education level: High school student, Undergraduate
- Year: 12th grade, College 1st year, College 2nd year, College 3rd year, College 4th year
- College types: 2-year college, 4-year college
- Must be a young woman aged 18 to 26 with a maximum cumulative GPA of 3.3. Must be a resident of San Mateo County, California, with preference given to residents of East Palo Alto, East Menlo Park, Redwood City, and San Mateo. Must be a graduating high school senior, graduate, or GED holder, with preference for graduates of specific local high schools. Must plan to enroll or be currently enrolled full-time.

## How to apply

Apply online by clicking the application link on the program's webpage and submitting the required documentation.

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