Mary E. Campos Scholarship Program
The Mary E. Campos Scholarship honors her dream to see young people, especially students of color, continue to study and fill positions of leadership within their communities.
The scholarship is given to Al Éxito students who are engaged in their community, have a clear vision for their academic achievement, and need support.
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Donate today and your support will fund Latinx youth scholarships.
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Your donation is tax-deductible.​ Thank you for making a difference!
Application Process
The Al Éxito scholarship is based on Mrs. Campos’ principles for active community leaders, civic engagement, volunteerism, empowering the Latino community, and overcoming challenges.
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The candidate must be a graduating high school student or college student who actively participates in an Al Éxito program.
Candidate must show their dedication to Al Éxito, community service, education, and their culture.
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PLEASE MAKE SURE TO INCLUDE IN YOUR SUBMISSION
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Completed and Signed Application
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Typed personal essay of two pages max, typed in English, single spaced, 11 pt font, 1 inch margins
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List honors, awards, extra-curricular activities, and community involvement
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Biography and Photo
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Proof of GPA (Explanation not meeting GPA requirement if applicable)
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Copy of College Acceptance or Attendance
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Requirements to participate:​​​​
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Applicant is a graduating from high school senior or an undergraduate college student up through their junior year.
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An active participant of an Al Éxito program
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Has at least a 2.5 GPA on a 4.0 GPA scale. If minimum GPA requirements are not met, please provide an explanation in addition to essay questions.
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Completed at least 10 hours of community service within the past school year.
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Has completed the application and attachments by online submission only by 5 PM, February 16, 2026, to gabby@alexitoiowa.org.
Additional assistance with this application and other scholarships:
Contact or attend Al Éxito College Coaching Program facilitator, Naylea Verdinez, for help with the application or essay review. verdineznaylea@gmail.com
(Attend the program for weekly updates on other scholarships or assistance with FAFSA)
*A point system will be used to select finalists*
About Mary E. Campos
Mrs. Campos serves on several boards and councils such as the Iowa Civil Rights Commission, League for United Latin American Citizens (LULAC), and is very active in the church. Mrs. Campos also was one of the founders of the National Black and Brown Forum. Mrs. Campos continues to mentor youth and adults and help countless people gain their citizenship.
Mary E. Campos is a celebrated civil rights leader in Des Moines, Iowa. She was the first Latino inducted into the Iowa Women's Hall of Fame. She earned an Ohtli Award, the highest honor given from the Mexican Government to a Mexican descendant whose efforts have contributed significantly to the wellbeing, prosperity, and empowerment of Mexican communities abroad.
How You Can Give Back
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Donate To The Scholarship Program
Donations
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Check/Cash Donations: Mail to PO Box 93531, Des Moines, Iowa 50317
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