Provided by Silicon Valley Community Foundation (SVCF)
Established in 1987 in memory of Dr. R. Carter Crain and Mildred E. Crain, this scholarship helps graduating high school seniors or recent graduates with financial need pursue four-year college study. Selection emphasizes academic promise, extracurricular involvement, documented perseverance, a strong personal statement, and commitment to community service. Applicants apply through the Foundation's online portal.
Award amount
$5,000
Number of awards
Multiple
Frequency
See provider
Deadline
Not specified
Time to apply
30–60 min
Essay
May be required — check provider
Demonstrated community involvement over a period of several years
Minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.5 on a 4.0 scale
Demonstrated financial hardship
Graduating high school senior or graduate of a high school in San Mateo County or Santa Clara County
Planning to enroll or enrolled in a four-year college or university as a full-time student
Confirm eligibility
Review the scholarship eligibility information on this page and on the provider’s official instructions to confirm you qualify before you invest time in an application.
Gather required materials
Collect transcripts, test scores, essays, letters of recommendation, portfolios, or any other items the program lists as required.
Submit through the official program
Complete the application using the provider’s published process—often an online form or portal—and submit before the stated deadline. Keep a copy of your confirmation when available.
Important
Deadlines are set by the scholarship provider. Always confirm dates and instructions on the official site. TuitionCovered does not process applications for external scholarships.
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