Brandon Matsumoto Memorial Scholarship

Students are eligible for this scholarship opportunity if they:

  • Identify as a survivor of domestic/intimate partner violence or abuse
  • Qualified applicants are encouraged to seek support from the PCC Women’s Resource Center, PCC Counseling, other student services, or assistance from sources outside of Portland Community College.
    Applicants can choose to apply for this scholarship if they meet the eligibility criteria listed above and answer additional questions and/or submit additional materials as required by this scholarship.

The Brandon Matsumoto Memorial Scholarship Fund was established because Brandon had a passion for life, for travel, exploring new cultures and meeting new people. The trait that most defined him was his incredible compassion for those who were less fortunate than himself. Although he was unable to fulfill his desired future career helping others, through you, the recipient of this scholarship, we hope to assist you in meeting your own future career goals. Brandon would be very proud to know that this scholarship is set up in his name to help others like yourself. Best wishes in your future career endeavors. Sincerely, The Family and Friends of Brandon

Award
Varies
Deadline
02/01/2027
Supplemental Questions
  1. The PCC Foundation does not allow students to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools on any part of your scholarship application, including all essays. I understand the use of AI is not permitted on the PCC Foundation scholarship application and falls under the PCC Academic Misconduct policy (Student Code of Conduct). AI use includes, but is not limited to, ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, Grammarly, and other advanced text-generation tools. By checking this box, I attest that I did not use any AI tools or technologies to prepare my essays for the PCC Foundation scholarship application. PCC Foundation AI Guideline.
  2. Extra essay: Describe how you qualify for this scholarship and how it would support your educational goals.