ASPIRE Scholarship
ASPIRE Scholarship relies on financial gifts from the general public to support our organization's ability to provide scholarships to deserving yung people and for other programs designed to help young children receive school supplies, coats and in some cases food to make sure that they can be ready to learn. At Christmas, we also provide gift cards to elderly and other needy families to make sure that they have food on their tables at the holidays.
Please consider making a donation of any amount that will allow ASPIRE to continue to grow and support these Native Peoples.
How to Apply
Qualifications
The Aspire Scholarship provides education students who have committed to pursuing higher education. Approved applicants are awarded scholarships that are paid directly to the university to help cover some or all eligible educational expenses.
The scholarship assists students who have been accepted into a university within the state of New Mexico. Funds may be used to help cover registration, tuition, room and board, mandatory fees, and books.
This scholarship is intended for students who meet the following criteria:
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Have a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 2.5 or higher
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Are of Native American descent and affiliated with one of the pueblos in New Mexico
Scholarships are awarded at the discretion of the Aspire Scholarship Committee based on eligibility, review of all submitted applications, and the availability of scholarship funds. Meeting the eligibility criteria does not guarantee an award.
The maximum award amount is $10,000 per approved applicant. Applicants may apply once per year. Students who have received an Aspire Scholarship in previous years are not eligible to reapply; however, students who were not awarded may reapply in future years.
Apply
criteria:
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Have a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 2.5 or higher
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Are of Native American descent and affiliated with one of the pueblos in New Mexico
Scholarships are awarded at the discretion of the Aspire Scholarship Committee based on eligibility, review of all submitted applications, and the availability of scholarship funds. Meeting the eligibility criteria does not guarantee an award.
The maximum award amount is $10,000 per approved applicant. Applicants may apply once per year. Students who have received an Aspire Scholarship in previous years are not eligible to reapply; however, students who were not awarded may reapply in future years.
Complete the application and upload supporting documentation no later then 5:00 on June 12, 2026.
Next Steps
Once your application is received, it will be reviewed. You should receive an email confirming we have received your application.
Previous Scholars
Aliyah Atencio, 21, Junior, University of New Mexico, Albuquerque, majoring in Chemistry. Intending to go the Medical School and become a physician, Aliyah is from Santo Domingo (Kewa) Pueblo.