The Barrientos Scholarship Foundation (BSF), a long-standing advocate for Latino students, proudly announces its 2026 Scholarship Recipients
2026 Scholarship Recipients
$73,000 given in scholarships for 2026
The 2026 scholarships, totaling more than $73,000, will support students in fields ranging from healthcare to the arts, business to trades, and everything in between. Each award is rooted in the belief that student success comes in many forms, and that every path deserves investment and encouragement.
2025 Returning Scholarship Recipients
Alvarez Insurance Scholarship Recipient
Israel Hernandez - Metropolitan Community College
Nursing
$2,500 Scholarship
Juana Daniela Perez - University of Nebraska at Kearney
Education / Counseling
$5,000 Scholarship
Magic Touch Scholarship Recipient
Antonio Vargas - Creighton University
Business
$2,500 Scholarship
2026 Scholarship Recipents
Alvarez Insurance Scholarship Recipient
Atziry Martinez - Western Nebraska Community College
Education
$2,500 Scholarship
Israel Hernandez - Metro Community College
Nursing
$2,500 Scholarship
Juana Pérez Domkpo - University of Nebraska at Kearney
Counceling
$5,000 Scholarship
Barrientos - In Honor of Ella & Vidal Barrientos Scholarship Recipient
Eden Alejandro Calvo Diaz - University of Nebraska at Lincoln
Mechanical Engineering
$4,000 Scholarship
Diego Martinez Gutierrez - University of Nebraska at Omaha
Aviation
$3,000 Scholarship
Casa de la Cultura Scholarship Recipient
Diana Ramirez-Ramirez - University of Nebraska at Omaha
Masters Social Work
$5,000 Scholarship
Cinco de Mayo Scholarship Recipient
Lyvni Andres - University of Nebraska - Omaha
Communications
$2,000 Scholarship
Lucy Mora Scholarship Recipient
Airan Lopez - Creighton University
Physical Therapy
$2,500 Scholarship
Clarkson College Scholarship Recipient
Maria Martinez - University of Nebraska - Omaha
Healthcare/Nursing
$2,500 Scholarship
CHI Scholarship Recipient
Belinda Hurtado Gallegos - University of Nebraska - Omaha
Healthcare/Nursing
$2,000 Scholarship
JE DUNN Scholarship Recipient
Stephanie Telles-Vega - University of Nebraska - Lincoln
Engineering
$2,500 Scholarship
Christian Pol - Metro Community College
Construction Management
$2,500 Scholarship
Francisco Tomas - Metro Community College
Construction Management
$2,500 Scholarship
Juan Mancilla - University of Nebraska - Omaha
Construction Management
$2,500 Scholarship
Latino Economic Development Council “SOMOS ONE” Scholarship Recipient
Alejandro Alvarez - University of Nebraska - Lincoln
Business
$5,000 Scholarship
Lozafina Scholarship Recipient
MajieAhna Winfrey - University of Nebraska - Lincoln
Business
$2,500 Scholarship
Magic Touch - In Honor of Eddie Sandoval Scholarship Recipient
Allison Arriaga - Northeast Community College
Construction Management
$2,500 Scholarship
Johnny Barriga Barajas - Creighton University
Healthcare/Nursing
$5,000 Scholarship
Lucia Venegas - Creighton University
Healthcare/Nursing
$5,000 Scholarship
Antonio Vargas - Creighton University
Business/Finance
$2,500 Scholarship
Methodist College Scholarship Recipient
Krishan Montepeque - Methodist College
Nursing
$3,500 Scholarship
Nebraska Furniture Mart Scholarship Recipient
Angel Alba - Metro Community College
STEM
$3,000 Scholarship
OPPD - Latino Society of OPPD Employees - Scholarship Recipient
Noah Torres - University of Nebraska at Omaha
Aviation
$3,000 Scholarship
Student Testimonials
THE IMPACT WE'RE MAKING GOES BEYOND FINANCIAL AID CONTRIBUTIONS. THE FOLLOWING ARE TESTIMONIALS FROM RECENT SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS.
"By awarding me the Barrientos Scholarship, you have lightened my financial burden allowing me to focus on the most important aspect of school: learning. Receiving this scholarship is not only great encouragement, but it also inspires me to help others and continue giving back to the community."
"Receiving the Barrientos Scholarship means the world to me. It has given me the opportunity to follow my dreams and pursue a career I'm passionate about. Speaking from the bottom of my heart, I can say that this is one of the best things that has ever happened to me and is something I will appreciate for a long time."
"Receiving this scholarship has been very important to me, because, as a young female Latina, it gives me the opportunity to pursue a higher education - an opportunity many do not have."
"This scholarship means a lot to me. Not only is it going to help me with my education, it will also help me teach others the importance of taking pride in and celebrating Latino heritage. Being Latina brings great pride to me; I am incredibly blessed to have received this scholarship."
"As the first of my family to attend post-secondary education, this scholarship offers the opportunity to accomplish my dreams of going to college and succeeding in life."
"Throughout my senior year, much of my time was dedicated to applying for colleges and scholarships. Even though my applications were declined several times, I never gave up and continued to work hard in order to accomplish my goal. This scholarship is proof that perseverance and hard work pay off!"
"This scholarship shows that people believe in my abilities and potential."
"Because of this scholarship, I can focus on pursuing my dreams instead of how I'm going to pay for college. Thank you!"