College Scholarships
In recognition of Sofia and her sister, Gabriela's love of learning as well as their achievements in academic excellence in school, Sofia's Hope is proud to offer annual college scholarships for both childhood cancer survivors and their siblings. For more information, read below.
Please join us in congratulating the recipients of the 2024-2025 academic year Sofia and Gabriela Blanco Scholarships!
Presented by:
Sofia Blanco Childhood Cancer Warriors
College Scholarship Recipients
Natalie Burraston (TX)
Dustin Liang (MA)
Ashtyn Schwartz (NE)
Honorable Mention:
Samantha Witterstauter (AZ)
Gabriela Blanco Childhood Cancer Siblings
College Scholarship Recipients
Eliana Boerner (OH)
Jonathan Johansen (WA)
Jenna Sobek (CT)
Honorable Mention: Kristine Marek (OR)
The 2025-2026 application cycle will open on January 1, 2025. Please subscribe to our mailing list using form below if you want to receive updates on applications and deadlines or use button below to register, now.
Sofia Blanco College Scholarships for Childhood Cancer Survivors
Childhood cancer survivors can apply to receive one of three (3) scholarships toward their college education. Recipients will receive a $2,000 allowance for tuition/room and board, plus a laptop or tablet (first-time awardees only).
Gabriela Blanco College Scholarships for Siblings of Childhood Cancer Survivors
Because siblings are survivors of childhood cancer, too, they can apply to receive one of three (3) scholarships toward their college education. Recipients will receive a $2,000 allowance for tuition/room and board, plus a laptop or tablet (first-time awardees only).
Some of Our Recipients Sharing the Impact of their Scholarship
Jonathan Johansen 2024 - 2025
Samantha Witterstauter 2024-2025
Ashtynn Schwartz
2024-2025
Eliana Boerner
2024-2025
Natalie Burraston
2024-2025
Malini Popat
2021-2022
Breanna Young
2021-2022
Rylee Vogel
2021-2022
Mckenzy Gray
2020-2021
Jaiden Price
2020-2021
Emily Calabro
2020-2021
Alli Van Beverin
2019-2020