LEO SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM

2026 LEO Scholarship Program

The Latino Employees Organization (LEO) of the City of Long Beach is proud to launch our 2026 Annual Scholarship Program!

Each year, LEO invests in the future of Long Beach by providing financial support to students pursuing higher education. Through year-round fundraising and the generosity of our community, especially supporters of our 2025 Churro 5K, we are excited to expand scholarship opportunities for this upcoming cycle.

At our core, we believe education is a powerful pathway to opportunity. Our scholarship program is designed to help remove financial barriers and empower students to reach their full potential—uplifting not only themselves, but their families and community.

Scholarship Awards

Scholarships will be awarded in amounts ranging from $500 to $2,000, based on merit and eligibility.

Why LEO?

LEO is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit powered by City of Long Beach employees, committed to advancing opportunity, leadership, and community impact. Every dollar raised goes directly toward scholarships—100% invested back into supporting students.

Apply Today

Complete the application using the button below and be sure to upload all required documents.

Application Deadline: Sunday, June 7, 2026 at 11:59 P.M.

Apply Today!

Application Deadline

Sunday, June 7, 2026 at 11:59 PM

Notification Timeline

Applicants will be notified by the end of July 2026. Scholarship awards will be distributed by September 2026.

For questions, please contact: leoatclb@gmail.com

2025 LEO Scholarship Awardees

APPLY TODAY!

Please note: Application prompts differ for undergraduate and graduate applicants; click above to get started.

Deadline: June 7, 2026

Scholarship Application

FAQ’S

Applications open on Tuesday, May 5, 2026 to begin applying for scholarship opportunities. Submit your application here.
This scholarship is open to high school seniors, undergraduate students, and community college students (including those transferring to four-year universities), as well as students attending vocational programs.
The application deadline for the 2026 LEO Scholarship is Sunday, June 7, 2026 at 11:59 PM.
No. LEO does not require applicants to disclose their citizenship status. All individuals enrolled or planning to enroll in post-secondary education by Fall 2026, are eligible to apply for the scholarship program.
Copies of an unofficial transcript are acceptable forms of proof to confirm the applicants GPA.
Please email us at Leoatclb@gmail.com. We will ensure a LEO representatives contacts you within 72 hours.