The Rodney T. Mathews Memorial Scholarship for California Indians provides up to $10,000 for the 2005-2006 Academic years and was established to assist California Indian students with the pursuit of their education through the granting of competitive and meritorious based financial scholarships. The Rodney T. Mathews Memorial Scholarship for California Indians will provide three awards of $10,000 each to support California Indian students who want to continue their education. Scholarships shall be granted to eligible applicants on a yearly basis (as long as there are funds available). Each award is for a 12-month period, renewable for a second year pending demonstration of exceptional progress.