This scholarship was established in memory of Sister Mary Dominic Englehard, O.P. and Sister Mary Thomas Lillis, O.P. who each served as Congregational Prioresses of the Dominican Sisters of Mission San Jose. A $2,500 scholarship is annually awarded to two seventh grade students from two of our Vision of Hope schools. These students demonstrate the qualities of leadership, respect and care for others, and love of learning exemplified by these Sisters. Nomination forms are submitted to the Veritas Committee, which is comprised of four Dominican Sisters who select the awardees.

This scholarship was established in memory of Sister Renilde Cade, O.P. who served as Congregational Prioress of the Dominican Sisters of Mission San Jose. A $1,500 scholarship is awarded to six seventh graders from our Vision of Hope schools. These students exemplify Sister Renilde’s leadership, respect and care for others, and love of learning. The students are chosen from remaining nominees of Veritas Scholarship by the Veritas Committee.

This scholarship was originally established by Vision of Hope’s Board of Directors to honor Sister John Martin at the time of her retirement in 2015 from Vision of Hope. Sister Johnnie, as she affectionately known, was the heart, soul and driving force behind Vision of Hope for over twenty years. In October of 2018, our dear Sister John Martin passed away, but through this scholarship her spirit and legacy lives on in our schools. Each year, the board awards $1,875 to one sixth grader at each Vision of Hope school who exemplifies Sister John Martin’s extraordinary kindness, joy, and dedication to quality Catholic education.

This scholarship was established in memory of Kathleen E. Fixa, Sister John Martin Fixa’s mother, as a tribute to “Mom” Fixa’s generosity and stalwart commitment to Catholic education. Each year two families from St. James School, St. Anthony-Immaculate Conception School, and St. Elizabeth Elementary School, who demonstrate these values, are chosen to receive a $3,000 award for tuition assistance.

Fr. Stephen Howell and his family established this scholarship for student(s) at St. Anthony-Immaculate Conception School who demonstrate character and perseverance. The amount and number of scholarships is determined each year by Fr. Howell and the administration of St. Anthony-Immaculate Conception School.

This scholarship was established in memory of Julia Sierra by her sons, Jorge and Jesus, graduates of St. Anthony School. It is awarded to St. Anthony-Immaculate Conception students of single, immigrant parents who, like Julia Sierra, value Catholic education and sacrifice to make a better life for their children. The amount and number of scholarships is determined each year by the Sierra family and the administration of St. Anthony-Immaculate Conception School.

This scholarship was established by the McKenna family to provide financial assistance to students attending St. James Elementary School in San Francisco. As alums of St. James, the Mckenna’s want to support students who exhibit a strong and joyful development in the Catholic faith, persevere in being the best student possible and show care and concern for their schoolmates. The amount and number of scholarships is determined each year by the McKenna family and the administration of St. James School.

This scholarship was established in memory of Evelyn and George Smith, the parents of Sister Patricia Ann Smith. O.P. Each year a $1,000 award is given to one family at Santa Teresita School and one family at St. Ignatius of Loyola School who like Evelyn and George Smith, strive to raise their children with Catholic values and who work hard to live out their Catholic faith in their home and in their community. These awards are restricted for tuition assistance.

This scholarship was established in memory of Laurie Smith’s mother and supports new students in grades K-2 at Santa Teresita School and St. Michael Elementary School. This scholarship is intended to support families who otherwise might not be able to afford a Catholic school but desires a Catholic education for their child. Each recipient receives up to $3,000 annually for two years.

This scholarship was established by the Carlson family and serves African American families who desire a Catholic education for their children but need financial assistance to enroll. This scholarship is restricted to our five schools in Los Angeles. Each recipient receives a minimum of $1,000.