The El Paso ISD Education Foundation Scholarship is dedicated to supporting graduating seniors from the El Paso Independent School District as they pursue their higher education goals. This scholarship is awarded to students who demonstrate academic achievement, leadership, and a commitment to their community. Whether you're planning to attend a university, community college, or trade school, we encourage you to apply!

Scholarship Details

• Application Deadline: Friday, April 4, 2025

• Open to graduating seniors from EPISD.

• Awards may range up to $5,000.

• Applicants must submit an original, personal essay—AI-generated content is strongly discouraged and may result in disqualification.

• Selection is based on merit, leadership, and community involvement.

Why Apply?

At the El Paso ISD Education Foundation, we believe that investing in students is the key to building a stronger, brighter future for our community. Our students are our greatest asset, and through this scholarship, we aim to empower them with opportunities to succeed and make a lasting impact.

Applications are now open! Apply today and take the next step toward your future.

The El Paso Independent School District Education Foundation is a non–profit organization whose main purpose is providing Classroom Impact Grants to teachers and scholarships to graduating high school seniors in EPISD. Since its inception in 1994, our organization has provided more than a $2.5 million for these programs thanks to the commitment and investment of dedicated community and business partners.

The mission of the El Paso ISD Education Foundation, in collaboration and alignment with the El Paso Independent School District‘s goals, is to provide opportunities for excellence in education, promote innovation in teaching, and partner with the community to enhance the quality of education for all students.

• Russell Wiggs President State Farm Insurance

• Scott Gray EPISD

• Leslie Chagnon El Paso Electric

• Laura Ostos Peter Piper Pizza

• Trisha Ramsey Grand Canyon University

• Melissa "Mel" Babina Ghostlight Creative

• Col. Greg Baine Sun City SmartTech/Kratos Technologies; U.S. Army (Ret.)

• Linda Burns Retired Elementary School Counselor - EPISD

• Leah Hanany EPISD Board of Trustees

• Michael Hidalgo PNC Bank

• Isabel Hernandez EPISD Board of Trustees, Secretary

• Dianica Jaquez Underserved Communities Foundation

• Peter Jilkov New York Life

• The Honorable Dee Margo Retired; Former Mayor of El Paso

• Edgar Ortiz HUB International

• John Sarah Progressio Consulting Services

• Diana Sayavedra EPISD Superintendent

• Jacob Stercula Las Palmas Medical Center

• Susan Wiggs Retired Educator - EPISD

• Omar Villa University Medical Center

• Israel Irrobali Board President

• Valerie Ganelon Beals Board Vice President

• Isabel Hernandez Secretary

• Dr. Jack Loveridge

• Daniel E. Call

• Alex Cuellar

• Leah Hanany