The California Copyright Conference The California Copyright ConferenceThe CCC is pleased to offer an annual scholarship award to qualified music industry studies majors living in the greater Los Angeles area. The scholarship was first awarded in 2012. In 2013, the CCC renamed the scholarship in memory of former CCC President, John Braheny.
Scholarship Requirements:
For additional information contact: scholarship@theccc.org.
Note: The California Copyright Conference Scholarship Fund, Inc. is a recognized 501 (c)(3) nonprofit organization; federal EIN 83-4059268. All donations (financial or product) are tax deductible. No goods or services are provided in consideration of your gift. Please consult with your tax advisor for details. If needed, please view our CCC Scholarship Fund Tax Exemption Letter.
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California Copyright Conference Scholarship Fund, Inc. | P.O. Box 57962 | Sherman Oaks, CA 91413
Please indicate “John Braheny Scholarship” in the check memo field.
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2023 Scholarship Winner
Grace Groves of the University Of Southern California, Thornton School Of Music is the 2023 recipient of the John Braheny Scholarship.
2022 Scholarship Winner
Jennifer Mariselli of the University Of Southern California, Thornton School Of Music is the 2022 recipient of the John Braheny Scholarship.
2021 Scholarship Winner
Joscelyn Mackaben of California State University, Northridge is the 2021 recipient of the John Braheny Scholarship.
2020 Scholarship Winner
Hannah Abrahim of University of Southern California is the 2020 recipient of the John Braheny Scholarship.
2019 Scholarship Winner
Leah Fattor of University of Southern California Thornton School of Music is the 2019 recipient of the John Braheny Scholarship.
[Pictured left to right are Eric Polin (CCC past president), Sabrina Ment, Esq. (CCC board member), Cee Barrett (CCC board member), JoAnn Braheny, Leah Fattor, Reggie Calloway (CCC board member), Garrett Johnson, Esq. (CCC Vice President), and James Leach (CCC past president)]
2018 Scholarship Winner
Jaya Logani of University of Southern California Thornton School of Music is the 2018 recipient of the John Braheny Scholarship.
“Getting the CCC Scholarship was definitely a standout moment in my college experience – one that helped me graduate a year early from the USC Thornton Music Industry program and jump start my career as an artist. I cherish all the connections the CCC has provided me, especially the friendships I developed at that very dinner.” – Jaya Logani
[Pictured left to right are Garrett Johnson (CCC board member), JoAnn Braheny, Jaya Logani, and Sanjay Logani]
2017 Scholarship Winner
Karlee Hormell of University of Southern California Thornton School of Music is the 2017 recipient of the John Braheny Scholarship.
“This scholarship meant the world to my family and I in support of pursuing a Music Industry degree at USC. As a songwriter and music industry professional, I’m so grateful to the Braheny family for allowing me to honor all that John Braheny did for the CCC and the songwriting community. The CCC and its members have been nothing but inviting and supportive along my musical journey, from invaluable networking to genuine mentorships.” – Karlee Hormell
[Pictured left to right are David Quan (CCC board member), Michael Garcia (USC professor), Karlee Hormell, Erin M. Jacobson (CCC board member), JoAnn Braheny, Eric Polin (CCC past president) and James R. Leach (CCC past president)]
2016 Scholarship Winner
Danielle Soury of University of Southern California was the 2016 recipient of the John Braheny Scholarship.
[Pictured left to right: Danielle Soury and Eric Polin (CCC past president)]
2014 Scholarship Winner
Raul Buenfil Ortiz of California State University, Northridge was the 2014 recipient of the John Braheny Scholarship.
[Pictured left to right: Carey Christensen (CSUN), James R. Leach (CCC past president), Anne Cecere (CCC past president), Raul’s grandmother, Raul’s mother, Eric Polin(CCC past president), Raul, JoAnn Braheny, Teri Nelson Carpenter (CCC past president), Jeremy Blietz (CCC past president), and Charley Londono (CCC board member)]
2012 Scholarship Winner
Misty Gambino of California State University, Northridge was our first winner of the CCC scholarship.
[Pictured left to right : Eric Polin (CCC past president), Teri Nelson-Carpenter (CCC past president), Anne Cecere (CCC board member), Misty Gambino, Jacqueline Salas (CSUN instructor), Carey Christensen (Chairman, CSUN Music Industry Studies)]