Scholarships
We are excited to offer scholarships to RHCC employees’ child dependents to enhance their educational and professional opportunities and contribute to the building blocks of a successful career. For qualified applicants, up to $5,000 is available to an accredited post-secondary degree or certification program, based on financial need and academic merit.
Please note that RHCC employees interested in an educational grant should apply through our General Grant Program.
Overview
Up to $5,000 in scholarship funds are available to qualified applicants:
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Must be a child dependent of a RHCC employee who is under the age of 26
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Already enrolled or accepted in an accredited post-secondary degree or certification program
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Scholarships are based on financial need
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Applicants must meet certain academic criteria (2.5 GPA required)
Deadlines
March 1
Applications Open
April 30
Applications Due
June 1
Scholarship Winner(s) Notified
June 30
Scholarship funds distributed to educational institutions
Eligibility
Scholarships are open to qualified child dependents of RHCC employees who are in good standing and have been employed by the club for at least 90 days. The RHCC employee also must still be employed by the club at the time of any scholarship distribution to their dependent.
Qualified Dependent Definition
A qualified dependent is a person who is under age 26 who is a child, step-child, or adopted child of a RHCC employee. The applicant must have lived with and relied upon the employee for at least the past year prior to the application submission for a substantial portion of his or her expenses. Documentation certifying an individual as a dependent will be required during the application process.
Financial Need
The applicant must demonstrate financial need by providing an overview of their financial situation (100 words or less), along with other financial aid opportunities available to them for their program (e.g., FAFSA, Pell grants, other scholarships).
Academic Criteria
In order to qualify for a RH Helping Hand Scholarship, applicants must meet the following:
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Graduated with a minimum 2.5 GPA (C+/B- average) from high school or GED equivalent (transcripts required).
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Already enrolled in a program, or provide evidence (acceptance letter) for an upcoming program, in a degree / professional certification program at an accredited vocational or trade school, community college, or private or public college or university.
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Enrolled in the upcoming semester for at least 12 credits in either an accredited community college, college, university, or a vocational training school.
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Demonstrates clear career aspirations and personal goals that align with the degree or certification, and the school they are applying to, as outlined in a personal story in the application.
Application Process
Complete the RH Helping Hands Scholarship Application, including:
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High School Transcripts (2.5 GPA C+/B- average) required
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Personal Story/Career Goals for pursuing this program
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Overview (100 words or less) of financial situation
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Supporting documentation, as requested
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Two letters of recommendation (e.g., teacher, counselor, coach, neighbor)
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Photo of applicant
An in-person interview with a Scholarship Committee member will be scheduled after your application is received to discuss your program and career goals.
Scholarship Award Amount
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A RH Helping Hands Scholarship will cover tuition or direct program costs for a qualified educational program, up to $5,000, spanning one school year (Fall-Spring academic year), or rolling 12-month period if it is a year-round program.
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Funds are payable directly to the institution or entity in the applicant’s name. If, however, the institution’s Financial Aid Office does not accept outside scholarship monies, then RHHH will issue the check directly to the applicant.
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Scholarship funds may be used for: tuition and fees required for enrollment or attendance at the educational institution, or for fees, books, supplies, and equipment required for courses at the educational institution.
Program Limits
Applicants can re-apply in subsequent years as long as they maintain a 2.5 GPA or better in the program, and the RHCC employee tied to the dependent remains employed by the club and is still in good standing. Recurring annual scholarships may be awarded for the same continuous program, up to a maximum of 4 academic years.
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Applicants who initially meet the age requirement (under age 26) are still eligible to re-apply in subsequent years, even past age 26, as long as they meet the scholarship requirements.
2026 Scholarship Winners
Luz Hernandez
Parent: Carlos Hernandez
Luz is entering her sophomore year at City College, where she is studying kinesiology while also competing as a student-athlete. She hopes to build a career in sports training.
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Although Luz has received a school grant to help with tuition, she still faces costs for books, supplies, and other educational expenses. Her references speak to her perseverance and leadership, qualities she continues to bring to both her education and athletics.
Angelic Rocha Garcia
Parent: Virginia “Vicky” Garcia
Angelic is beginning her freshman year at Diablo Valley College, where she will study nursing. Her personal story shares the passion behind her decision to pursue nursing and how scholarship support will allow her to focus more fully on her studies.
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Angelic's references describe a disciplined, hardworking student who is already showing strong leadership potential.
Maddux Madayag
Parent: Butch Madayag
Maddux is graduating from UC San Diego with a degree in computer engineering and will attend the Georgia Institute of Technology this fall to pursue a master’s degree in computer engineering. He hopes to eventually work with high-performance processors.
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Maddux has been active in a number of extracurricular activities and brings a strong curiosity and enthusiasm for problem solving to his work. His references also recognize his leadership abilities and commitment to learning.
Madilynn Madayag
Parent: Butch Madayag
Madilynn is graduating from Davis High School with a 4.39 GPA and will attend UC Berkeley this fall to study integrative biology, with the goal of attending veterinary school.
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Madilynn has received some conditional gift aid and plans to participate in a work-study program to help offset college costs. In her personal story, Madilynn shares how her experiences in civic engagement and the relationships she developed along the way helped shape her goals and her desire to pursue veterinary medicine. Her references describe her as an outstanding student and leader.
2025 Scholarship Winners
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Alfonso Gomez
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Luz Hernandez