Distinguished Young Women of California

Founded in 1958 in Mobile, Alabama, Distinguished Young Women is the largest and oldest national scholarship program for high school girls. It has provided life-changing experiences for more than 780,000 young women and more than $116 million at local, state and national programs combined. Along with 100 collegiate partners, we make over $1 billion in college scholarship opportunities available ea

ch year. Distinguished Young Women strives to give every young woman the opportunity to further her education and prepare for a successful future

The quest for scholarships begins at the local level, in towns and cities throughout California. Participants from each of our local and at-large programs advance to our State Finals Showcase in Bakersfield, California where five judges will select one participant to advance to the annual National Finals competition in Mobile, AL. APPLY NOW: https://distinguishedyw.org/apply-now/

It’s Fri-YAY! ✨ Take a moment to be proud of what you accomplished this week.
06/19/2026

It’s Fri-YAY! ✨ Take a moment to be proud of what you accomplished this week.

Your donations help make stories like Jina’s possible.  Every donation helps open doors for the next generation of young...
06/18/2026

Your donations help make stories like Jina’s possible. Every donation helps open doors for the next generation of young women leaders. Support the Class of 2027 by July 20 to help us reach our goal of increasing scholarship awards by using one of these methods: https://tinyurl.com/ybd44nvs

National Finals Update! Earlier this week, Audrey arrived in Mobile, Alabama, officially kicking off the start to DYW Na...
06/18/2026

National Finals Update!

Earlier this week, Audrey arrived in Mobile, Alabama, officially kicking off the start to DYW National Finals. Pictured are Audrey and the other State Representatives at the welcome ceremony and at Bellingrath Gardens, a public garden and historical home on the Fowl River. Check back here during the National Finals to see photos of Audrey’s journey!

Curiosity leads to growth.
06/16/2026

Curiosity leads to growth.

It’s Fri-YAY 😄 Time to relax and reset.
06/12/2026

It’s Fri-YAY 😄 Time to relax and reset.

Audrey is headed to Nationals! 🌟Cheer on Audrey, Distinguished Young Woman of California 2026, as she represents our sta...
06/12/2026

Audrey is headed to Nationals! 🌟

Cheer on Audrey, Distinguished Young Woman of California 2026, as she represents our state in Mobile, Alabama on June 25, 26, and 27, 2026!

We are so proud of you, Audrey, and can’t wait to watch you shine on the national stage!

Your donations help make stories like Noor’s possible.  Every donation helps open doors for the next generation of young...
06/11/2026

Your donations help make stories like Noor’s possible. Every donation helps open doors for the next generation of young women leaders. Support the Class of 2027 by July 20 to help us reach our goal of increasing scholarship awards by using one of these methods: https://tinyurl.com/ybd44nvs

Every performance, every moment, every breakthrough starts with support like yours 💙
06/10/2026

Every performance, every moment, every breakthrough starts with support like yours 💙

Your voice matters — use it.
06/09/2026

Your voice matters — use it.

Confidence. Talent. Growth. Your support fuels life-changing experiences—and right now your impact is doubled.
06/07/2026

Confidence. Talent. Growth. Your support fuels life-changing experiences—and right now your impact is doubled.

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