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Deana’s Wish Memorial Scholarship

Award Amount
$46,000
Award Amount
Application deadline
March 31, 2025
Application deadline
Awarded By:

DLH Foundation

Number of Awards & Eligibility: varies. In 2019, 23 scholarships were awarded.

In order to qualify, students must meet the following criteria:

Description: This award is available for students in California who have been diagnosed or personally affected by a family member's diagnosis of cancer. Applicants must have a grade point average of 3.0 or higher and demonstrate financial need.

Application requirements for the Deana’s Wish Memorial Scholarship are:

  • Essay
  • Recommendation letter
  • FAFSA
  • Application form
  • Doctor's statement regarding cancer diagnosis
Additional Information: The DLH Foundation was established in memory of Deana LaRae Hughes, who passed away in 2007 at age 39 after battling a rare and pernicious form of gastro-esophageal cancer. Deana’s commitment to supporting her favorite charities, including student organizations, inspired the Foundation to provide scholarships for deserving students. The DLH Foundation’s mission is to create a community and help to find a cure.

Award Amount: Up to $2,000 annually, non-renewable.  The total dollars awarded for this scholarship is $46,000.

About DLH Foundation:
Contact Information: Jami Shapiro ,Director of Operations
Address: 221 West Crest St. Suite 300 Escondido, California 92025
Email: info@dlhfoundation.org
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