The University of Miami

A vibrant and diverse academic community, the University of Miami has rapidly progressed to become one of America's top research universit

A private research university with more than 17,000 students from around the world, the University of Miami is a vibrant and diverse academic community focused on teaching and learning, the discovery of new knowledge, and service to the South Florida region and beyond.

The University comprises 11 schools and colleges serving undergraduate and graduate students in more than 180 majors and programs.

Established in 1925 during the region's famous real estate boom, UM is a major research university engaged in $324 million in research and sponsored program expenditures annually. While the majority of this work is housed at the Miller School of Medicine, investigators conduct hundreds of studies in other areas, including marine science, engineering, education, and psychology.

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Past Recipients

It’s extremely gratifying to read letters from the recipients of the Dino R. Ghilotti Motta "Canes Care for Canes" scholarship at the University of Miami. We thank all of our generous supporters for opening doors to learning, research, and career opportunities for much deserving students.

“Thank you so much for your generous support this year! I would not have been able to continue my education at UM without your help. This scholarship helps me because our financial status isn’t that great with our without all of the other personal struggles we are having in the past and currently”

Scholarship | Dino R. Ghilotti Motta “Canes Care For Canes” Scholarship | Hometown | Fremont, CA

“Thank you very much for your scholarship. Because of you, the education at the University of Miami became more affordable for kids like me. I appreciate your support”

Scholarship | Dino R. Ghilotti Motta “Canes Care For Canes” Scholarship | Hometown | Riverside, CA

“Thank you so much for providing me with this scholarship. Receiving this award really helps my family afford to send me to this wonderful institution”

Scholarship | Dino R. Ghilotti Motta “Canes Care For Canes” Scholarship | Hometown | San Jose, CA

“…On a personal level, receiving this financial assistance has made it possible to get the books and research materials I need to continue my project. I am deeply grateful to you for encouraging and empowering me to purse my educational aspirations. Thank you for making this unique opportunity possible ”

Scholarship | Dino R. Ghilotti Motta “Canes Care For Canes” Scholarship | Hometown | Los Angeles, CA

“Thank you very much for awarding me with the Dino R. Ghilotti Motta “Canes Care for Canes” Scholarship! I am honored to receive this support as it truly eases the financial burden on my family as I continue to attend the University of Miami"

Scholarship | Dino R. Ghilotti Motta “Canes Care For Canes” Scholarship | Hometown | Glendora, CA

Supporting students in academics, athletics, and arts.

Our generous donors have made it possible for The dg Foundation to donate over $2,000,000 since inception in 2014, allowing students to follow their dreams and unlock their full potential through art and athletic facility enhancements
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The dg Foundation, Ghilotti Construction, and a generous group of family friends financially and through in-kind donations of site work, contributed $1,500,000 for the new Dino Ghilotti Motta Stadium complex at Marin Catholic High School
$ 35984
Since 2014, The dg Foundation has given $400,000 to fund the Dino Ghilotti Motta ‘Canes Care for Canes’ endowed scholarship at the University of Miami. To qualify, the students must be from California and have an art or athletic related
$ 35984
The dg Foundation donated to fund the Dino Richard Ghilotti endowed scholarship at Marin Catholic in Kentfield. These scholarships are given to students who exemplify a passion for academics, athletics or arts
$ 35000
The dg Foundation donated $85,000 to the Napa Valley Community Foundation to help victims of Tubbs Fire in Sonoma, Napa, Mendocino and Lake Counties. After our Fundraiser was cancelled in 2017 due to fires, The dg Foundation donated a portion of the proceeds to support the affected communties
$ 3500
The dg Foundation has given out 4 scholarships at Marin Catholic High School totaling $18,550
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The University of Miami has given out 19 Dino Ghilotti ‘Canes Care for Canes’ scholarships to students from California