We empower our communities by investing in the next generation—providing college scholarships to driven, deserving students who will become tomorrow’s leaders and changemakers.
At our foundation, we are dedicated to fostering stronger communities, forging meaningful partnerships, and enhancing lives through the power of financial literacy and empowerment. Our vision is to create a world where everyone has the knowledge and resources to achieve financial stability and success. By providing education and support, we aim to empower individuals to make informed financial decisions, ultimately building a brighter future for all.
News and Events
Mad City Money
We were excited to host our Mad City Money workshop at Santa Clara University as part of AAUW Tech Trek. The students gained valuable insights into budgeting and financial management while exploring the dynamic world of STEM.
Empower & Excel Awards Gala
Big shoutout to the youth volunteers at Empower & Excel. As proud sponsors, we’re excited to provide scholarships to the top three volunteers at this year’s awards gala. Congratulations to these remarkable young leaders for their commitment to making a difference!
49ers Cal-Hi Sports 2025
An incredible evening at the 49ers Cal-Hi Sports Report 2025 Annual Banquet, celebrating the Bay Area’s top high school athletes. As proud sponsors, we joined others to honor these talented student-athletes with scholarships for their bright futures. Congrats to the 2025 honorees for shining on and off the field.
We partner with local colleges, high schools and organizations that support our initiatives to expand our reach and impact. These partnerships enable us to provide comprehensive support and resources to individuals and families in our community.
We provide college scholarships through our foundation to students enrolled at schools or in programs with educational entities we partner with. View our partners on our website at www.meriwestfoundation.org. We provide scholarships to deserving students to help them pursue higher education and achieve their academic and career goals.
You can get involved with our community events by emailing us at: info@meriwestfoundation.org. Our volunteers play a crucial role in delivering our programs and making a difference in the lives of those we serve.
We offer a cohort series and ala carte workshops covering essential financial topics such as budgeting, understanding credit, resuming writing and interviewing tips. These workshops are designed to equip participants with the knowledge and skills they need to make informed financial decisions.
You can participate in our initiatives by donating towards scholarships to support higher education for youth we serve, attending workshops for our community residents, volunteering at our community sponsored events or partnering with us. There are many ways to get involved and make a difference in promoting financial literacy and inclusion in our communit
