Gaucho Go Getter Scholarship

Gaucho Go Getter Scholarship The Gaucho Go Getter Scholarship was started by a group of alumni from Casa Grande High School Class of 2008.

The scholarship is now managed by a parent organization, Casa Grande Boosters, scholarship founder, Nancy Gallegos and volunteers. Created for Graduating Seniors of Casa Grande High School in Petaluma, CA. Students who despite barriers, have achieved personal success in and outside of the classroom and understand his or her own potential enough to pursue further growth. Application Requirements:
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inimum 2.0 GPA
Identifies with one or more of the following: 1st generation student, undocumented, low-income, DACA, Dreamer, AB540, unique barriers to higher education. Commits to pursuing further education and/or job skill training. Commits to receiving mentorship (ie meeting or phone call with mentor at least once a month, working towards specific goals set in place to achieve defined success. Student must be willing to be interviewed in the selection process to further understand how this scholarship and mentorship can best support their success.

Quick shout out to Andrea, a scholarship recipient last year doing amazing things!  She started off volunteering at a ve...
04/18/2022

Quick shout out to Andrea, a scholarship recipient last year doing amazing things! She started off volunteering at a veterinary clinic and is now getting paid to do something she loves and plans to make her profession!

We were too busy having fun last night  Eating yummy tacos, playing lotería, and being in community! Sorry, we didn't ta...
11/11/2021

We were too busy having fun last night Eating yummy tacos, playing lotería, and being in community! Sorry, we didn't take more pics! It was so fun to see current and former students of Casa Grande High School, as well as teachers, parents, grandparents, and friends in attendance. Student volunteers included past scholarship winners and students looking to learn more about what opportunities are available this upcoming year. Our hope is the more involved we are in the community, the more students feel comfortable asking for support because we are ready for them! If you know any students, encourage them to apply! DM us if there are any questions!

11/08/2021

Today is National First-Generation Day to recognize students of all backgrounds breaking barriers and paving the way for future generations. 90% of the students that apply to a Gaucho Go-Getter scholarship are the first in their family to do life-changing things like get an education in the US, graduate high school, consider going to college or pursuing a professional career, navigating social and political systems, pursuing long term financial and health benefits. So much is to be learned and we are committed to supporting them along the way. It starts with celebrating their accomplishments thus far and providing a financial scholarship to take the next step in their journey.

Join us at Mi Ranchito Loteria Night to raise funds for these scholarships.

Some pictures from Senior Awards Night. Students received certificates and financial awards for all their hard work!
05/22/2021

Some pictures from Senior Awards Night. Students received certificates and financial awards for all their hard work!

We were not able to attend the event to deliver the awards but it was so fun to get responses from different students im...
05/22/2021

We were not able to attend the event to deliver the awards but it was so fun to get responses from different students immediately after. Receiving pictures, emails, and texts expressing their gratitude and excitement just shows how much humility these students have. Thank you to all our supporters for giving us a chance to reward all their hope and resilience.

We are so lucky to have the support of Valarie Alston. She helps us promote the Gaucho Go Getter Scholarship to students...
05/22/2021

We are so lucky to have the support of Valarie Alston. She helps us promote the Gaucho Go Getter Scholarship to students and identify students who qualify. This year 11 amazing students applied and received awards!

Last night was so fun! We hit our goal of $5,000, laughed, danced and got all the feels. Thank you to everyone that dona...
04/15/2021

Last night was so fun! We hit our goal of $5,000, laughed, danced and got all the feels. Thank you to everyone that donated, participated, volunteered, sponsored and helped spread the word!

Applications for this years scholarships are due April 26th. We are looking forward to getting to know the applicants and with your help, supporting them on their next big step!

During the event we asked participants, "what words or advice do you want to share with students?" and we go some of the following 😭🥰🙏✊💪

"Word hard and dont let anyone put you down"
"Keeping going despite any self doubt"
"Ask for help"
"Learn about debt and financial literacy"
"Get a ROTH IRA"
"You belong and your story is worth sharing"
"Trust your gut"
"Take care of yourself"
"Try new things, study abroad"
"Failure is ok, get comfortable with it"
"Change is constant"
Trust yourself that you will get it done"

So crazy to think this was almost a year ago! We awarded 14 incredible students for their hard work, perseverance, and r...
04/08/2021

So crazy to think this was almost a year ago! We awarded 14 incredible students for their hard work, perseverance, and resilience! Looking forward to reading new applications in a few weeks but before then, let's play some Loteria Noche de Loteria to ensure we can provide as many awards as possible. Check out the event link on our page!

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333 Casa Grande Road
Petaluma, CA
94954

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