Scholarships

Each year, The Foundation for Developmental Disabilities provides funding through the Dr. Raymond M. Peterson Scholarship program, a resource for the leaders of tomorrow. 

 

Funding will be considered by the Foundation Board of Directors to provide scholarships for university or college students who are pursuing a career or presently working in the field of intellectual and developmental disabilities or a related field. Applicants must also be residents of and attending colleges or universities in San Diego and Imperial Counties.

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A maximum of $3,000 per applicant may be awarded. To be eligible for the scholarship, applicants must demonstrate a financial need.​

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Our 2026-2027 application period is now open. All applications are due no later than noon on Friday, March 27th, 2026.