NCJWLA is committed to advancing economic justice and equity for women and  their families through financial support for higher education.  We are proud to announce our Fall 2021 Scholarship recipients:

• Inger Lawrence- M.R. Bauer Foundation Nursing Studies Scholarship – Ditte Wager at Moorpark College - Nursing 

• Inger Lawrence- M.R. Bauer Foundation Nursing Studies Scholarship – Maritza Crespo at Moorpark College - Nursing 

• Dodell Women’s Empowerment Scholarship – Maria Echeverria at Cerritos College – Sociology 

• Richard V. Hotson, Jr. and Stephen L. Teller Scholarship for LGBTQ+ – Samuel Mendoza at American Career College - Physical Therapy 

• Sherman & Frances L. Teller Teaching Credential Scholarship – Kara Gutierrez at Cal Poly Pomona - Multiple Subject Teaching Credential 

• Sylvia & Samuel Schulman Memorial Scholarship – Crystal Quezada at West Coast University - Occupational Therapy 

We are grateful to all who applied and encourage applicants to reapply next Spring 2022 Cycle, March 2022.

Higher education is a leading factor in creating economic opportunities for women today’s competitive workforce. Evidence shows the more education a woman gains, the greater her odds are of maximizing income and minimizing poverty. A woman with a four-year college degree earns twice as much as a woman with a high school diploma and nearly three time more than a woman who didn’t complete high school.

Obtaining a higher education also has benefits for society as it increases tax contributions and  reduces public assistance. Higher education can also lead to a healthier and more balanced  life. Our recipients include student parents, single mothers returning to  school and other  marginalized populations. Awards are based on a combination of academic merit and financial  need.

To contribute to our scholarships, click HERE.

Save the Date for our Scholarship Virtual Celebration , February 26th, 10:30am.