RULES of the Scholarship Program
The Purple Pam Foundation is pleased to announce its 6th Pam The Funkstress annual DJ Scholarship contest for 2026. This contest is for Ladies (18+) who want to learn the fundamentals and the 101 of djing from the Beat Junkies Institute of Sound in Glendale, Ca. This is a live in-person class.
This class begins June 15, 2026.
Rules
1. You must be a woman over the age of 18 with a High School Diploma or GED (send a photo ID and proof of HSD).
2. You must live in the LA Surrounding Area
3. Submit a 1 to 2 minute video of you putting your best effort djing use turntables or a controller.
(Can not just stand in front of the equipment and hold the crossfader - Get down with your bad self)
4. Submit an essay of no less than 500 words of what Pam the Funkstress meant to the Dj community and Hip Hop.
As well share why you should be chosen for this particular Scholarship.
5. Send a photo or headshot for us to use for social media.
6. Indicate you will be attending the Weekly classes at The Beat Junkie School of Sound (Glendale, Ca) / 8 Weeks
7. Include your phone number and social network / IG & Facebook etc.
Submit your application, video link, essay and questions to: [email protected]
Good Luck from the Pam the Funkstress team!
This class begins June 15, 2026.
Rules
1. You must be a woman over the age of 18 with a High School Diploma or GED (send a photo ID and proof of HSD).
2. You must live in the LA Surrounding Area
3. Submit a 1 to 2 minute video of you putting your best effort djing use turntables or a controller.
(Can not just stand in front of the equipment and hold the crossfader - Get down with your bad self)
4. Submit an essay of no less than 500 words of what Pam the Funkstress meant to the Dj community and Hip Hop.
As well share why you should be chosen for this particular Scholarship.
5. Send a photo or headshot for us to use for social media.
6. Indicate you will be attending the Weekly classes at The Beat Junkie School of Sound (Glendale, Ca) / 8 Weeks
7. Include your phone number and social network / IG & Facebook etc.
Submit your application, video link, essay and questions to: [email protected]
Good Luck from the Pam the Funkstress team!
Important rules & information for contestants
Purple Pam DJ Scholarship – Applicant Rules
- Selection Process: Recipients will be chosen by Pam’s colleagues and friends — DJ Zita of B.A.S.S. and DJ Platurn of Oakland.
- One Winner Per School: Only one applicant will be selected per participating school. Scholarships are non‑transferable and cannot be redeemed for cash.
- Residency Requirement: Applicants must live in the surrounding area of the school they are applying to. The scholarship term begins June 15th.
- Media Participation: The winner may be filmed or photographed periodically. Progress will be monitored and shared publicly. By accepting the scholarship, you agree to fully participate in all filming and photography related to your work and story.
- Use of Name & Likeness: Winners and participants grant permission to the Purple Pam Foundation and the school they attend to use their name, image, and likeness for promotional purposes.
- School Compliance: Winners must follow all rules, procedures, and guidelines of the school they attend. A compliance form acknowledging these requirements must be completed.
- Required Information: Winners must provide their social media links, current mailing address, email address, and shirt size.
- Extended Search: If a suitable winner is not identified within the initial selection period, the scholarship search will continue until a qualified recipient is found for each school.
- Appreciation: We appreciate your interest and look forward to supporting your journey through the Purple Pam Foundation.
What you'll learn at BJIOS
WHAT YOU’LL LEARN
WHAT’S INCLUDED:
- DJ equipment overview & terminology
- Basic mixing & beatmatching
- Intro to scratching
- Music structure & timing
- Workflow and practice habits
- Vinyl fundamentals
WHAT’S INCLUDED:
- Access to BJIOS DJ workstations (no equipment required)
- Training Wax/Vinyl
- Specialized curriculum created by The Beat Junkies
- Student practice hours + open turntables
- Video replays during the course
- 2 complimentary make-up sessions
- 10% off BJIOS Shop
- Discounts with Guitar Center Hollywood
- Supportive BJIOS student community
Seeking Donations for Dj Scholarships
We are currently seeking for funding to help many students for 2026. It's $900 per student for a dj 101 course, $1,800.00 to fund 2 students. If you are a donor, we give you complete transparency. You will receive information of which student you are sponsoring as well as which school they will be attending and their graduation date from the dj program. The class is an 8 to 12 week coarse, that is quarterly and begins when the student and the schools schedule permits/both parties work out the start time.
We feel that this scholarship program embodies the mission of Pam's Life Mission to empower women and give knowledge of entrepreneurship and a skill music trade.
If you have any questions pertaining this program please reach out: [email protected]
We feel that this scholarship program embodies the mission of Pam's Life Mission to empower women and give knowledge of entrepreneurship and a skill music trade.
If you have any questions pertaining this program please reach out: [email protected]
Download details pertaining to being a donor for Dj Scholarship.
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Scholarship Recipients
Special thanks to:
The Beat Junkie School of Sound, Pyramind - Evolving Sound, 1 Stop Dj Shop, beats4hope, Dance Music Service, 41510 Magazine, Soul Space, Zebra Printing, Oakbrand USA, Effren Sifuentes, BTP Media Group, NVR OVR, Dj Lady Ryan, Dj MONALISA, Dj Deeandroid, YB Babie, Sterling James, Clayton William, Sway and Terry Calloway, Eric Arnold, CMG, Juan’s Place, Davey D, Dj Ball-D, Youth Radio / Youth Media, The Ladies of Sound, Dj Lazy Boy, Jose Lim, Jeff Kwan, The Churchward Pub, Club 21, Mr. Choc, Dj Babu, The Beat Junkie Institute of Sound, Maricel, Ladies of Sound, Dj Zita, Greg and Mario of Pyramind, YB Babie, The Legend Narda Michael Walden, Sterling James, Morris Media, The Poetess, Mr. Post A Lot,Daric Beraerson, 41510 Magazine, 1 Stop Dj Shop - Jason Gulley, Eric ArnoldNew Parish, Girl Power, Beats 4 Hope, Purple Funk Oakland and SF, Chuy Gomez, Q102, KBLX, Squaropolis, Greedy Gurlz, Show In Out Hair, SF and Oakland Pride, Rita Forte, SF City Cats, Dj Dave Paul, Boots Riley, Chaney Turner, Dj Audio 1, RapBay, Dr Post ALot, Amina Webb, Tricia’s Sweet Confections and all the dope people who purchased a Purple Pam Shirt!
The Beat Junkie School of Sound, Pyramind - Evolving Sound, 1 Stop Dj Shop, beats4hope, Dance Music Service, 41510 Magazine, Soul Space, Zebra Printing, Oakbrand USA, Effren Sifuentes, BTP Media Group, NVR OVR, Dj Lady Ryan, Dj MONALISA, Dj Deeandroid, YB Babie, Sterling James, Clayton William, Sway and Terry Calloway, Eric Arnold, CMG, Juan’s Place, Davey D, Dj Ball-D, Youth Radio / Youth Media, The Ladies of Sound, Dj Lazy Boy, Jose Lim, Jeff Kwan, The Churchward Pub, Club 21, Mr. Choc, Dj Babu, The Beat Junkie Institute of Sound, Maricel, Ladies of Sound, Dj Zita, Greg and Mario of Pyramind, YB Babie, The Legend Narda Michael Walden, Sterling James, Morris Media, The Poetess, Mr. Post A Lot,Daric Beraerson, 41510 Magazine, 1 Stop Dj Shop - Jason Gulley, Eric ArnoldNew Parish, Girl Power, Beats 4 Hope, Purple Funk Oakland and SF, Chuy Gomez, Q102, KBLX, Squaropolis, Greedy Gurlz, Show In Out Hair, SF and Oakland Pride, Rita Forte, SF City Cats, Dj Dave Paul, Boots Riley, Chaney Turner, Dj Audio 1, RapBay, Dr Post ALot, Amina Webb, Tricia’s Sweet Confections and all the dope people who purchased a Purple Pam Shirt!