Investing in our future
Supporting Hispanic college students in Carroll County in pursuing higher education.
The Hispanic Fiesta Scholarship was created to remove financial barriers for talented Hispanic students in our community. We believe every student deserves the chance to pursue their dreams, regardless of their financial situation.
In 2025, we had the incredible honor of presenting the Hispanic Fiesta Scholarship to Horacio Magdaleno at the Carroll County High School Scholarship Awards. Horacio is a bright young man with a promising future, and we are proud to support him as he takes the next step toward his college journey.
— Hispanic Fiesta Board Members
"This scholarship is made possible in part by the Hispanic Fiesta Basketball Tournament, where half of the proceeds go directly to supporting students like Horacio in chasing their dreams."
Teams register and pay entry fees. 50% of all tournament proceeds go directly to the scholarship fund.
Local businesses and community sponsors contribute additional funds to grow the scholarship pool.
The Hispanic Fiesta Board reviews all applications and selects recipients based on need, merit, and community involvement.
Recipients are honored at the Carroll County High School Scholarship Awards ceremony.
Must be a Hispanic/Latino student currently enrolled or accepted to a college or university
Must be a resident of Carroll County, Kentucky or attending Carroll County High School
Must maintain a minimum GPA of 2.5 or higher
Must submit a personal essay describing your goals and community involvement
Must provide two letters of recommendation from teachers, mentors, or community leaders
Must complete and submit the official application form by the deadline
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You can make a difference
Whether you register a basketball team, become a sponsor, or simply attend the festival — every dollar helps fund a scholarship for a deserving Hispanic student.
For scholarship application inquiries, contact us through the Carrollton Tourism website.