The Esperanza Education Fund is a nonprofit organization established in 2009 that assists learners who face barriers to pursuing postsecondary education due to their immigration status. By offering scholarships, the Esperanza Education Fund aims to make higher education accessible and inclusive. The fund provides scholarship opportunities to immigrants and the children of immigrants in Maryland, Virginia, and Washington, DC.

Through the provision of scholarships, the fund not only supports the academic endeavors of learners but also aims to promote diversity and equal access to educational resources.

Esperanza scholarship recipients have access to additional opportunities, including mentorship programs, access to an annual career day for professional development and networking opportunities, as well as through a cohort program to help build community among scholarship members.

Examples of Esperanza Education Fund's work include:

• Annual Career Day
  • Annual Career Day offers participants access to professional development and networking opportunities.
• Cohort Program Activities
  • Cohort program activities help build a system of support among recipients that fosters the development of community and peer connections.
• Mentorship Program
  • The mentorship program provides scholarship recipients with support throughout their higher education journey through academic and social support, networking, and career advice.

Resources

Esperanze Fund Scholarship Information

Esperanza Scholar Resources & Help Center