APPLICATIONS NOW OPEN
Each year two skaters are selected by an Interclub committee from applications submitted by Interclub Member Club skaters. One grant is for Novice skaters and above, and one is for Intermediate through Juvenile skaters. The two recipients for 2023 will receive the $500 grant later in the year.
The SoCal Interclub DEI Committee announces the inaugural
Cathy Machado “Chado” Scholarship Contest!
This scholarship was created to honor Cathy Machado who was the first ever Mexican American to
represent the U.S. at the 1956 Winter Olympics and would pave the way for future skaters of color.
Cathy grew up, trained and coached in the Los Angeles area; she is fondly remembered by our
community.
Cathy’s legacy inspires us to strive for our dreams no matter what we perceive as our limitations.
We want to learn about your journey and how you embrace DEI in figure skating!
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To learn more, please download our scholarship contest application here.
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DEADLINE EXTENSION TO AUGUST 25, 2023!
Ushering in a new beginning for our sport, the SoCal Interclub DEI Committee has been created to support programs designed to benefit members of the Interclub Association.
Please consider making a donation to support our work! Learn more....here