SCHOLARSHIPS
CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR 2026 SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS!
Angel Cui - Beckman High School, attending Cornell University
Hailey Gonzales - Tustin High School, attending Cal State Fullerton
Jacob Russo - Foothill High School, attending University of Utah
Ryan CariCari - Foothill High School, attending Cuesta College
Rykyn Fann - Beckman High School, attending Cornell University
Tyler Dunn - Foothill High School, attending San Jose State University
Each student will receive a $6,000 scholarship to support their educational endeavors, covering tuition, books, and essential supplies. This achievement is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our local youth. We believe that with community support, we can empower these bright minds to reach their full potential. Thank you to everyone who has contributed to this cause, and let’s continue to foster educational success together!
SCHOLARSHIP SELECTION
Our recipients are chosen based on their leadership qualities, GPA, financial need, all-around achievement, and most importantly, their hours of community service. We do not select a recipient based on ethnic background or religious beliefs.
Our scholarships are open to anyone who meets the requirements and completes the online application process. Should any applicant has questions regarding our scholarship program, please feel free to contact Tustin Scholarships.
Each year, the Tustin Scholarships Committee receives and reviews the applications. After reviewing the applications, eligible applicants are invited for an interview. After the interview process, we select our recipients. Decision-making is a defined process. It is very difficult to pick our recipients because all of the applicants are very deserving.
SUCCESS STORY
Sean Philips, a 2008 scholarship recipient, is now an attorney with a law practice in Tustin. In 2023, he took a more active role with Tustin Scholarships by donating a full four-year scholarship of $6,000. The following year, he nominated Tustin Scholarships for a $5,000 grant from the Orange County Trial Lawyers Association, which was successfully awarded.
Sean continues to give back through his involvement in DFTS events and as a member of the Scholarship Committee.
Sean Philips, 2008 Scholarship Recipient
Tustin Scholarships Recipient
"I am truly grateful and blessed to have received the Tustin Scholarships award! The program has made such an impact in my college life and I cannot thank you all enough for all that you have done for me in making this possible."
Tustin Scholarships Recipient
"I’m very grateful that the Tustin Scholarships community is still continuing to provide financial support to students like me. It’s tremendously helping reduce some of my worries about college tuition and I’m able to focus on my classes and explore my interests in my major."
Tustin Scholarships Recipient
"Tustin Scholarships is a constant reminder to me that there are many people who believe I have potential to succeed and do well in this world. I hope everybody is trying to make the best of these difficult times and, most importantly, staying healthy."
Recipients from Previous Years
Questions?
For any scholarship related inquiries, please email dftsscholarship@gmail.com