Who: If you are enrolled in the 5th-8th grade at one of our Partner sites, you can apply for a Youth Opportunity scholarship to try something new!
What: Apply for up to $500 to cover the cost of a class or program you want to do, such as dance classes, music lessons, art courses, sports and more. Check out the resource lists for ideas.
When: Contact your YOS Site Liaison to find out when the applications are due.
How: Please follow these steps in order to apply:
- Create a Submittable login account.
- Complete the following online application. You can save a draft of your application and work on it later if you want.
- Submit your application when you are done. Once you hit submit, your application is final and cannot be edited. (If you need to make any changes, please check in with your YOS Site Liaison.)
Please Note: Before you apply, find out if the activity provider can accept a check for payment.
Questions? Please contact Aly Quiroz-Perez, PVF Program Associate: aperez@venturesfoundation.org.
The Christopher Wellington Moore Memorial Scholarship is a $20,000 award to one graduating senior at Castlemont High School, McClymonds High School, Oakland High School or Skyline High School in Oakland, CA who has been accepted to a 4-year university pursuing a degree in music or education. The award will be disbursed in four annual installments of $5,000 to the recipient's chosen university.
Who is eligible?
The Christopher Wellington Moore Memorial Scholarship is open to newly graduating seniors at Castlemont High School, McClymonds High School, Oakland High School or Skyline High School in Oakland, CA who have been accepted to a 4 year university pursuing a degree in music or education. Eligible applicants must have a 2.5 GPA or higher.
When are applications due?
Applications will open January 5, 2026 and are due March 27, 2026. Applicants will be notified of a decision by May 4, 2026.
How can I apply?
Create a Submittable login account to view the application. Please note you can save a draft of your application and return at a later time before officially submitting it.
Who selects the awardees?
Awardees will be selected by the selection committee. For more details please visit our website.
Questions regarding the Submittable application? Please contact Andrea Smith, PVF Program and Communications Associate, at asmith@venturesfoundation.org.