Korean American Scholarship Foundation (KASF)

I am very proud to be of mixed Korean descent. It is organizations like KASF that make it possible for Korean American students to pursue their educational goals and succeed, with pride.Marlene M. Clarke, Scholarship Recipient

I am thankful for organizations such as this Foundation to help contribute to our growth. I feel it is important to give back to a community that has nourished that growth. We, as Korean-Americans, must realize the importance of our heritage and our contribution to the future.Sandie E. Kim, Scholarship Recipient

I’m so grateful for the Korean American Scholarship Foundation for pouring out support to help those in the 1.5 and 2nd generation like my son, who can bridge the gap between the Korean community and the mainstream, and as act as a bridge between the 1st and 3rd generation in the near future.Richie's Mother (Ellicott City), Scholarship Recipient

My father, who is a pastor at Bible Mission Church Korean, receives a gross income of $2,500. After paying other utilities, it is hard to live. There was no external support. My educational pursuits would not be possible without generous support from scholarship sponsors like KASF. Your generosity is allowing me to make my goals and dreams a reality.Jinwon Kim, Scholarship Recipient

It is through your efforts and kindness that I am able to receive the education that my family always dreamed of when we immigrated here more than a decade ago with nothing but suitcases and broken English. It is because of everyone who participated in the creation of this scholarship that I am able to sit in my dorm, by the lamplight, writing this letter.Haena Lee, Scholarship Recipient

During my years at L.A. City College, I have striven hard, like many of my peers, in pursuit of academic excellence. I have met many formidable individuals from diverse cultural and social background. Our differences in language and culture were not a barrier as our common goal of a higher education brought solidarity amongst the group. Although there were times I felt discouraged due to disadvantages in my household, I refused to give up and focused on what mattered the most.Eugene Kim, Scholarship Recipient

This award has saved me a mountain of stress concerning my financial situation, and I can't imagine where I'd be if not for your generosity. I can now tell you, with no small amount of happiness, that I will be able to focus solely on my studies next year.Esther Lee, Scholarship Recipient

The altruistic mission KASF and the benevolent individuals within this organization have inspired me to represent my culture and my people with pride and honor in whatever future endeavors I may pursue.Grace Pyon, Scholarship Recipient

By awarding me this scholarship, you have allowed me to focus on my academic goals so I can continue my education through graduate school. I hope to pursue a master's degree in Education and make a big impact in nonprofit management and education reformation. Your generous donation has inspired me to give back to my community once I am in the position to, and especially support the Korean community around me wherever I am.Esther Han Seul Cha, Scholarship Recipient