HDF Named Scholarships
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Alfredo and Amalia Murguía Family Scholarship
Established by the children and grandchildren of Alfredo and Amalia Murguía to honor their legacy.
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Alicia Garcia Memorial Scholarship
Our beloved mami, grandma, and wife's life was shaped by her love of community. She was our lighthouse, our fiercest supporter, and her love guided us.
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American Legion Post 213 Scholarship
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Azul Esperanza Scholarship
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Chayo Gomez and Temo Perez Scholarship
To support the academic goals of students who come from similar background as ours: first-generation, low income, undocumented or mixed-status families, preference to children of a “single parent” but more than any other criteria, grit & “echarle ganas” is the main qualifier.
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The Chuck Burger Brighter Future Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship honors the life of Charles “Chuck” Burger, a lifelong advocate for educational equity. Chuck believed deeply that education could change lives, especially for students from historically underserved communities. This scholarship carries forward his legacy by supporting Hispanic students as they pursue their educational goals.
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Colombian Cultural Association MO-KAN Scholarship
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Comunidad Rising Scholarship
The Comunidad Rising Scholarship by The HUB Argentine supports Hispanic students pursuing education, grounded in the belief that community rises when individuals are given the opportunity to thrive.
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The Dr. Mario Tamburini Music Scholarship
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Dr. Mike Florez Health Professional Scholarship
The Dr. Florez Health Professional Scholarship was established to support future Hispanic health professionals in the Kansas City region.
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Ecuadorian Association of Kansas City "EAKC Brightening Your Future Scholarship"
The EAKC Brightening your future Scholarship was established to honor and pay forward the legacy and hard work of Hispanic immigrants coming to the U.S. to have a better life via education.
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The Eloise Delgado Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship honors the life of Eloise Delgado, a strong and resilient matriarch whose love for her family was unwavering. A farmworker, seamstress, and single mother, Eloise built a legacy rooted in hard work, resourcefulness, and unconditional love. Through this scholarship, her family remembers her and carries forward the values she lived by every day.
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Familia Lopez Scholarship
Honoring the legacy of Francisco and Guadalupe Lopez, the Familia Lopez Scholarship supports students in their educational journey as a reflection of the love and sacrifice they showed for their own children.
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Flor Maria Rigsby Memorial Scholarship
The Flor Maria Rigsby Memorial Scholarship was established to honor the memory of Flor Rigsby by assisting lower income Hispanic students in attending college. Flor was a teacher that valued education and always helped the less fortunate, especially fellow Hispanics.
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Hispanic Bar Association of Greater Kansas City Scholarship
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Jesse G. and Rebecca R. Rodriguez Memorial Scholarship
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The Julie Ontiveros St. John and Deborah Douglas Gutierrez Scholarship
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Linda Mendez Memorial Scholarship
Though Linda’s battle with cancer kept her from chasing her own college dreams, her faith, strength, and love for learning live on through this scholarship, giving others the opportunity she never had.
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Luchona Scholarship
The Luchona Scholarship was inspired by a single mom and her daughter’s journey as undocumented immigrants. It honors the grit, hustle, and resilience of young Latinas who carry their families’ hopes and dreams on their shoulders.
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Mac and Velia Salazar Family Scholarship
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Maria Fierro Memorial Scholarship
The Maria Fierro Memorial Scholarship honors the life of Maria Fierro and her perseverance in the face of mental health challenges. A devoted mother who valued faith, hard work, and education, Maria’s journey underscored the profound importance of culturally and linguistically accessible care.
This scholarship supports bilingual (English/Spanish) students pursuing degrees in psychiatry or social work, ensuring that more individuals and families can receive compassionate care in their native language.
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The Micaela Bernal Memorial Scholarship
This memorial scholarship honors the life of Micaela Bernal, a beautifully fierce matriarch whose love, wisdom, and strength shaped generations. Though she was never given the opportunity to pursue formal education, Micaela believed deeply in caring for family, sharing stories, and passing down traditions. Through this scholarship, her family remembers her and ensures her legacy lives on.
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Mr. and Mrs. Aniseto & Felipa Herrera Family Scholarship
This memorial scholarship honors Aniseto and Felipa, whose lives were rooted in service, community, and opportunity. After immigrating from Mexico, they worked tirelessly to build a better life for their family while opening their home and hearts to fellow immigrants. Aniseto often shared that he dreamed of opening a school to serve underprivileged children. Through this scholarship, that dream lives on.
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Mr. and Mrs. John & Rita Herrera Family Scholarship
Established in memory of John and Rita Herrera, this scholarship celebrates a life defined by perseverance, service, and devotion to family. Through years of labor, community involvement, and faith, they modeled resilience and generosity while encouraging their children to pursue education as a path to opportunity. Their legacy continues through the students supported by this fund.
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Mr. Brian Herrera Education Scholarship
This scholarship honors the life of Brian Herrera, an educator whose passion for teaching extended across borders and communities. From classrooms in the United States to Mexico, Brian devoted his life to uplifting Latino students and inspiring them to reach their full potential. This scholarship continues his commitment to education, growth, and service.
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The Pell Project Scholarship
The Pell Project helps close the financial gap by providing undocumented students with a private scholarship equivalent to the federal Pell Grant.
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Primitivo Garcia and Guadalupe Bribiesca de Garcia Legacy Scholarship
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Rich and Judy Manka Family Scholarship
The Rich and Judy Manka Family Scholarship was established to help Hispanic students realize their goals of going to college. Rich and Judy believe that education opens doors to students no matter what their background or where they are from.
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Rico Family Scholarship
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St. Paul Catholic Church Scholarship

