Los Defensores

Hispanic Education Scholarships

Empower Your Future

As part of your family, we're here to support you and help you move forward. For more than 40 years, we've provided legal help to millions of Hispanic families. But our commitment goes beyond legal support. We deeply believe in the power of education and community to change lives.

That's why Los Defensores is teaming up with the Jaime and Blanca Jarrín Foundation to award seven scholarships:

  • 5 scholarships of $5,000 for undergraduate students studying journalism or communication.
  • 2 scholarships of $12,500 for graduate law students.

What You Need to Qualify 

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Have a 3.0 GPA or higher 

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Demonstrate financial need 

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Be enrolled at a California-based school

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Be involved in the Hispanic community 

Application Requirements 

  • Basic information, such as your contact details and the schools you attend or plan to attend
  • Family and household information
  • Resume/CV
  • Letter of recommendation from someone in your community
  • Academic transcripts from your current institution (and prior, if applicable)
  • Responses to a brief questionnaire

How to Apply

It's easy:

1. Complete and submit the online application
2. Click the button below to get started<

Seven scholarships are available, with awards of up to $12,500 to support Latino students in journalism, communication, and law.

Application Process

Application will open on June 2, 2024, and winners will be notified the week of June 23, 2025.

Timeline
Applications Open June 2
Submissions Due June 23, 2025
Live Interviews June 30, 2025
Winners Announced July 14, 2025

How the Hispanic Education Scholarships started

Los Defensores is proud to partner with spokesperson and legendary Los Angeles Dodgers Hall of Fame broadcaster, Jaime Jarrin, a revered figure in the Hispanic community since his arrival in Los Angeles from Ecuador. As an immigrant, Jaime came to the US filled with hopes and dreams, a vision inspired and strengthened by his wife, Blanca.

Jaime has been a member of the Dodgers since 1959, and his career spanning 60 years as the 'Voz' of the Dodgers was always supported by Blanca.

In 2019, the Jarrin family launched the Jaime and Blanca Jarrin Foundation to serve and support charitable, educational, and athletic programs in the local community. Their mission is to help students unlock their full potential and realize their goals.

Our Mission

Empowering and supporting the Hispanic community to grow, overcome challenges, and move forward through education and helpful resources. 

Want to Support Latino Students?

When you give, you help more students finish their education. Every donation counts. Join us in making a difference today!

Scholarship FAQ

These scholarships are available for undergraduates at California State schools and graduate students in the University of California system.

No, one application is all you need. We'll choose seven students to receive the scholarships. You can still apply even if you've received a scholarship from another organization. Every application is carefully reviewed.

Yes, scholarship funds may be taxable. The funds will go directly to the recipients. We collect a W-9 form and issue a 1099.

Before xx xxxx, 2025
Apply early to allow time for each step

Tuition, books, and class materials for your studies.

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