College Club

College Club prepares students bound for higher education through application assistance, financial aid navigation, career exploration, campus visits, and continuing mentorship. The program helps students enroll in college and obtain their degrees while accruing little to no student debt. Success is found in peer groups, community partnerships, and a strong network of alumni involvement.

Scholarship Opportunities

From college degrees to vocational training and workforce reentry programs, new scholarship support is available to help PSHH residents achieve their educational goals!

  • Offered for many programs, including: college, university, vocational training, workforce re-entry, and more!
  • Multi-year scholarship support to cover tuition, books, housing, and more!
  • Must live at a People‘s Self-Help housing property to be eligible.

 Applications open November 20, 2026 and close January 29, 2027. Visit cfsloco.org/available-scholarships to learn more and apply through the Community Foundation of San Luis Obispo County.

Made possible by the Dene & Emily Hurlbert Trust.

The John Fowler Scholarship, named in recognition of former President & CEO of PSHH, was created to support PSHH students in their pursuit of higher education, vocational training, or trade schools. Since 2020, two $1,000 scholarships have been awarded each year to high school seniors who demonstrate a commitment to bettering their community, a strong motivation for excellence, and planned enrollment in a degree or certificate program.

Applications are accepted until April 15 each year and scholarship awardees are announced in June. If you would like to be considered, please complete the application below. For more information, email edu@pshhc.org.

Celebrating Student Success

In appreciation of their willingness to share their story, all the students above received a gift card. Funding for success stories is generously sponsored by: