Support. Equity. Success.

Our Programs

Our High Hopes Scholarship Programs help Berkeley public school graduates flourish in college and beyond.

Our Impact

BCS High Hopes Scholars graduate at 5x the national rate of their peers.

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Mentor a High Hopes Scholar during their college journey.

Our Mission

Berkeley Community Scholars empowers Berkeley youth who face racial, economic, and other barriers to achieving their college dreams by providing a unique experience of scholarships, advising, mentoring, and a community of support.

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Our three programs support Berkeley public high school students attending universities or community college with the intention of transferring to bachelors degree institutions.

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Donations to our organization help us provide a powerful combination of financial assistance and mentoring—closing the opportunity gap for students in our community.

News & Announcements

  • 2025 Summer Celebration

The BCS community gathered for one of our most inspiring annual traditions: our June Celebration. Together, we honored 31 graduates and welcomed 30 new scholars into our programs, joined by mentors, alumni, families, and friends. The energy in the room was filled with joy and hope for the future as scholars shared their stories and…

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  • An Inside Look at Our Organization for Applicants

Discover our inspiring culture, flexible work, and mission to create the next generation of leaders. Apply now for the Operations Manager role!

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    February 14, 2025

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  • 2025 High Hopes Program Applications Now Open!

Now accepting applications for the 2025 High Hopes Scholarship Programs.

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    December 13, 2024

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