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CIOMA Memorial
Scholarship Fund

Get A Chance To Fuel Your Future Forward

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About

Originally established with contributions made by industry friends in memory of Ron Ahlport, Fred Bertetta Sr., and Jim Divine, the CIOMA Memorial Scholarship Fund provides financial assistance to help children and employees of CFCA members further their education and professional development.

The CIOMA Memorial Scholarship Fund provides scholarship awards to deserving students attending college or vocational programs at any accredited postsecondary institution.  It is publicly supported by generous contributions from CFCA members, their communities, and those who share an interest or affiliation with the fuel distributor and convenience store industries.

Wesley Hill Toro Petroleum

2000

scholarship's establishment

$230,000+

rewarded

320+

applicants

Justin Walton - Ed Staub & Sons

FAQs:

Apply To The Scholarship

Applications are CLOSED! 2027 Applications open April 1.

Big opportunities start with a single application. The CIOMA Memorial Scholarship Fund invests in students connected to the industry who are committed to growing their knowledge, advancing their careers, and shaping the future. Through financial support, we help remove barriers to education and professional development so recipients can focus on reaching their goals.

Submit your application and let us help fuel what comes next.

 

Contact Us

Please direct any inquiries to:

Natalie Ochoa - Development & Engagement Director - natalie@cfca.energy

Or call (916) 285-5244

THANK YOU 2026 DONORS

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Be The Reason A Student Succeeds

The CIOMA Memorial Scholarship Fund was established as a Nonprofit California Corporation and approved by the Internal Revenue Service as a 501(c)(3) Tax Exempt Organization. Contributions to the Fund are tax deductible to the extent they satisfy state and federal tax law requirements.

Please address any check donations to the CIOMA Memorial Scholarship Fund and send to 2520 Venture Oaks Way, Suite 100 in Sacramento, CA 95833.

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Federal Tax ID: 94-3328037

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Fundraising Goal

$30,000

$18,000

60%

of our goal

$18,000

in donations

49

total donors

Why It Matters

The future of our industry depends on strong future leaders. Through the CIOMA Memorial Scholarship Fund, CFCA helps students, employees, and family members continue their education, develop their careers, and strengthen our industry for years to come.

By supporting scholars, donors help provide students with access to educational opportunities that can shape careers, strengthen leadership, and drive innovation.

Scholarship Recipients

2025 CIOMA Scholarship Winners

Recipient Testimonials

“Receiving the CIOMA Memorial Scholarship allowed me to focus fully on my Marketing and Management studies at TCU without the added stress of finances. It’s been a huge help in supporting both my academic and professional goals. I’m truly grateful for the opportunity. Thank you.”


WESLEY HILL
2024 Scholarsip Recipient

“Receiving the CIOMA Memorial Scholarship has made a meaningful difference in my educational journey. It helped ease the financial stress of tuition and allowed me to focus more on my studies and career goals. As a Business Management major preparing to graduate, this support brought me one step closer to achieving my dream of owning my own business. I'm truly grateful for the opportunity and the encouragement it has given me to keep moving forward."


KAITLIN HOY
2024 Scholarship Recipient

“I am happy to share that I officially graduated in December of 2025, thanks in part to the CIOMA Memorial Scholarship Fund! Since joining the CFCA team mid-2023, I’ve applied for the scholarship twice and have been fortunate enough to receive financial support both times to accompany my studies. Pursuing my first bachelor’s degree online at Arizona State University came with many challenges. This experience has been incredibly rewarding, allowing me to focus on my studies without the high-cost burden of textbooks and class materials. The scholarship helped relieve a huge burden as someone who pursued education out-of-state and allowed me to succeed in my studies. I’m incredibly grateful for this opportunity and look forward to my journey beyond graduation!”


ASHLEY GONZALEZ
2024/2025 Scholarship Recipient

"I am incredibly grateful to have been a recipient of the 2025 CIOMA Memorial Scholarship Fund, which has helped ease the financial burden of college and allowed me to focus more fully on my education. I am currently a student at the University of California, Berkeley, pursuing a double major in Legal Studies and English, and I plan to graduate in Spring 2027. This semester, I am also studying abroad in Valencia, Spain, an opportunity made more accessible through this support. With the contributions of my parents, especially my dad who works for Pilot Fuel Company, and this scholarship, I have been able to pursue meaningful academic opportunities while continuing to work toward my long-term goals. This scholarship reflects a community that invests in the success of its families and has given me the confidence to pursue opportunities beyond the classroom. I am deeply thankful to CMCF donors and its members for believing in students like me!"


BRIANNA VASQUEZ
2025 Scholarship Recipient

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