50 Years Strong: Empowering
Latino Students
MAEGA, a San Diego-based, all-volunteer organization, has been changing lives for 50 years. Founded in 1970, we address the financial barriers faced by Latinx high school graduates seeking higher education.
Through dedicated donors and generations of volunteers, MAEGA has awarded over $3 million in scholarships, helping countless students achieve their educational dreams.
Learn more and get involved today.
All About MAEGA
Alumni
Meet our alumni and the wonderful accomplishments they’ve earned!
Upcoming Events
Scholarship Final Decision May 1st
Annual Donation Deadline - May 1st
Awards Ceremony - June 3rd
Encinitas Rotary Wine Festival - June 8th
Students
Are you a graduating high school senior? Learn about all the opportunities of being a MAEGA scholarship recipient.
Over 50 Years Strong:
empowering latinx students
95%
of donations received are awarded as scholarships each year
Over $3 Million Awarded
in scholarships as of 2023
Stories
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“I'm so thankful for the impact my previous scholarship has had this year, making it possible for me to start my educational journey at this leading institution I worked so hard to get into. "
Cal Poly, Slo Freshman
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“Attending college, being educated and becoming the first in my family to graduate college are major aspirations of mine...For this reason, having the pleasure of receiving a renewal for this upcoming school year would be such a blessing. ”
UC Merced Freshman
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“I see how proud my parents are of me and for having the courage of leaving home to become a better version of myself. Seeing how hard my parents work only motivates me to continue striving for my goals...My family isn't able to help me as much as they would like due to their income. This scholarship gave me the opportunity to help with my college expenses.”
CSU, Sonoma Freshman
