Guardian Scholars

Guardian Scholars Program

The Guardian Scholars Program supports current and former foster youth who are in college by providing access, maintaining a support network that promotes academic success, personal development, and connecting students with their potential to become successful and productive world citizens.

About

The Guardian Scholars Program supports current and former foster youth who are in college by providing access, maintaining a support network that promotes academic success, personal development, and connecting students with their potential to become successful and productive world citizens.

Eligibility

Former foster youth/ Non-Minor Dependents
and/or ward of the court
Orphan
Adopted
Legal Guardianship
Unaccompanied homeless youth (McKinney Vento students)

Benefits and Services

School supplies
Develop a system of accountability around identifying and achieving goals
Provide a community of belonging and opportunities to build relationships with other students in the Guardian Scholars Program
Emergency Grant (up to $500)

Assistance with registration
Faculty or staff mentor
Personal Care Pantry
Computer lab with free printing
Cultural exploration activities
Laptop Loan Program

Give

You can help the Guardian Scholars Program fulfill its vision and mission by giving a few ways:

Donate new dorm warming items for incoming students (bedding, towels, organization items, laundry items, etc)
Monetary donations

Make a donation to support the mission of the Guardian Scholars Program by contacting our Retention Advisor, Karla Gallo kgallo@csumb.edu for these exciting opportunities!

“GS has connected me with communities I would’ve never explored. Glad to call this program my safe space.” – Emerald, Business Major