SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION 2026

SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION     

Eligibility:

  • Portuguese Descent
  • Graduating high school senior
  • Grade point average 3.5 or higher
  • Must reside in the geographic area from Oregon border south to counties north of San Francisco Bay, plus counties contiguous to Sacramento County (San Joaquin, El Dorado, Placer and Yolo), and east to the Nevada border.  These areas encompass PHCS predominant membership.  Students who reside outside this area may apply if endorsed/recommended by a PHCS member.

Name________________________________                      High School_____________________________

Address______________________________                        Address________________________________

City__________________________________                      City____________________________________

State___________________ Zip Code_______                     State____________________ Zip Code­­________

Phone________________________________                      School contact person_____________________

Email________________________________                          (phone/email) _________________________

Grade point average____________________                       Date Awards to be presented_______________                                                                                                            Portuguese ancestors originated from________

                                                                                                ________________________________________

Application must include the following:

  • Copy of official transcript
  • One letter of recommendation (from a teacher, counselor, principal, pastor, club leader or employer)
  • Essay (300 word minimum) regarding applicant’s Portuguese community involvement and the impact on their lives of the Portuguese heritage and culture.
  • List of extracurricular activities (Include: school, off campus, community organizations).
  • List of leadership experience.
  • Work experience (past or present).
  • Formal graduation photograph to publish in PHCS newsletter should you be selected for a scholarship.

Deadline for submission:

  • Must be postmarked by March 1, 2026
  • Mail completed application to:           PHCS Scholarships

P. O. Box 161990

Sacramento, CA 95816

Please note: Winners will receive award check upon submitting proof of college enrollment prior to

October 10, 2026.  Acceptable enrollment documents: certificate of enrollment, unofficial transcript, or paid enrollment receipt.

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