• 50 Years of Giving!

    MAEGA has helped deserving, motivated Latinx students, build successful futures for over 50 years! Join us in continuing the legacy.

  • MAEGA Scholarships

    MAEGA awards Scholarships to eligible Latinx seniors graduating from the San Dieguito Union High School District who plan to attend college or an accredited vocational/tech school.

  • Alumni Success Stories

    We’re so proud of our MAEGA alumni, they’re our legacy!

  • Our Legacy

    Starting as a heartfelt encounter in 1970, has blossomed into a 50 year legacy of helping deserving Latinx students build amazing futures.

  • Are you a MAEGA Alumni?

    We’d love to hear from you! Share your story and inspire a future generation of MAEGA recipients

50 Years Strong: Empowering

Latino Students

MAEGA, a San Diego-based, all-volunteer organization, has been changing lives for 50 years. Founded in 1970, we address the financial barriers faced by Latinx high school graduates seeking higher education.

Through dedicated donors and generations of volunteers, MAEGA has awarded over $3 million in scholarships, helping countless students achieve their educational dreams. 

Learn more and get involved today.

All About MAEGA

Alumni

Meet our alumni and the wonderful accomplishments they’ve earned!

Upcoming Events

Board Meetings:

November 18, 6:30 pm @Boys & Girls Club in Solana Beach

December 9, 6 pm , Holiday Party @Tony’s Jacal

January 13, 6:30 pm @Lenette’s

On Campus Scholarship Information Sessions:

LCC - 11/12 @11:30 a.m. in Learning Commons

SDA - 11/18 @12:30 p.m. in AVID

Sunset - 11/20 @11 a.m.

Torrey Pines - 11/21 @10 a.m. in Lecture Hall

Nov. 21 - CCA @12:40 in College & Career Center

Students

Are you a graduating high school senior? Learn about all the opportunities of being a MAEGA scholarship recipient.

Over 50 Years Strong:

empowering latinx students

95%

of donations received are awarded as scholarships each year

Over $3 Million Awarded

in scholarships as of 2023

Stories