Mary Graham Scholarship Foundation

06/12/2026

For many college students, summer means heading home.

For some of the students we support, there isn't a home to return to.

Many students who have experienced foster care remain in campus housing throughout the summer because they don't have stable housing during school breaks. While their classmates head home, they stay behind and continue navigating college, work, and daily life on their own.

According to The National Foster Youth Institute, approximately 1 in 4 young people who age out of foster care experience homelessness within a few years of leaving care, and former foster youth face significantly higher rates of housing instability than their peers.

At the Mary Graham Scholarship Foundation, scholarships help cover more than tuition and books. They help students maintain stability, stay enrolled, and continue working toward a degree or career without worrying about where they'll sleep during the next school break.

Every student deserves a place to call home and the opportunity to build a brighter future.

Visit our website to learn more or support our students.

06/03/2026

🏌️‍♂️ Golf with purpose. 🏌‍♀️

The 25th Annual Mary Graham Kids Classic returns August 31 at Stockton Golf & Country Club, and we'd love to see you there.

Gather your foursome, become a sponsor, or both! Every dollar raised helps local students who have experienced foster care continue their college education and work toward a brighter future.

⛳ Register today! Click the link in our bio!

05/20/2026

05/20/2026

It's getting late, but there's still time to support us!

Head over to our page on and donate now! (Link in bio)

Every dollar raised helps support Dan Joaquin County students as they pursue college or trade school degrees!

Thanks to everyone who has donated so far. And thanks, in advance, to YOU for supporting our cause!

05/19/2026

Today is 209Gives - a chance to come together and invest in the future of local students who have experienced foster care.

The Mary Graham Scholarship Foundation helps students from San Joaquin County pursue college, trade, and vocational education by providing support for tuition, books, housing, transportation, living expenses, and more.

But support goes beyond financial assistance. It’s mentorship, encouragement, guidance, and helping students build long-term stability through education and community connection.

Every donation made today helps create opportunities for local students working toward independent, successful futures.

Join us for 209Gives and help make a difference right here in our community.
Click the link to donate now!
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05/18/2026

Tomorrow is 209Gives, a 24-hour day of giving supporting nonprofits across San Joaquin County.

At the Mary Graham Scholarship Foundation, every donation helps students who have experienced foster care continue their education through scholarships and support for tuition, books, housing, transportation, and everyday living expenses.

For many of our students, higher education changes the direction of their lives.

Tomorrow, you can help remove barriers and invest directly in a student’s future. Join us for 209Gives and help make a difference.

05/15/2026

Every young person deserves the chance to heal, grow, and build a stable future.

For many students who have experienced foster care, the challenges go far beyond tuition and textbooks. Trauma, anxiety, instability, and lack of support can impact every part of a young person’s life, including their mental health.

This Mental Health Awareness Month, we’re reminded that support systems matter. Stable housing, education, mentorship, and community support can make a lasting difference for students working to overcome difficult circumstances and build brighter futures.

Your donation helps the Mary Graham Scholarship Foundation continue supporting San Joaquin County students who have experienced foster care as they pursue college and trade school opportunities.

Please consider making a donation today by visiting our website. Together, we can help create stability, hope, and opportunity.

05/12/2026

209Gives is officially ONE WEEK away!

Next week, our community will have the opportunity to support local nonprofits making a difference right here in San Joaquin County.

At the Mary Graham Scholarship Foundation, we support students who have experienced foster care as they pursue college and trade school opportunities. Your support helps provide scholarships, stability, and encouragement while these students work toward their goals.

Every donation, big or small, helps create brighter futures. We can’t wait to be part of 209Gives with all of you.

05/12/2026

We're so honored to be Nonprofit of the Year!

We are so excited to announce our 2026 Business Awards Honorees!!!

Business of the Year
California Water Service

Small Business of the Year
Mountain Mikes Robinhood

Business Manager of the Year
Sheila Wiley, Herum\Crabtree\Suntag Attorneys

Young Professional of the Year
Dominique Mellion, Families United For Equity

Non-Profit Organization of the Year
Mary Graham Scholarship Foundation

Sam & Cindy Ward Overall Volunteer of the Year Award
Natasha Bass, GLOM Global

Chamber Outreach Ambassador of the Year Award
Patty Velez, San Joaquin County WorkNet

Chamber Ambassador of the Year Award
Bruce Adams, The Stockton Chorale

One of the highlights of our year is the Chamber's Business Awards and Installation Dinner. Join us on Thursday, June 25 as we gather at the Hilton Stockton to honor local businesses and thank Elizabeth H. Kim, Leonardini, Despotes, Giannecchini & Nims LLP, for her outstanding performance as Chamber President from 2025-2026, and to welcome Chad Sublet, Verve IT, as our 2026-2027 President.

Tickets $95 each, prepaid reservations only
For more information and to purchase tickets visit: http://stocktonchamber.org/business-awards/