RED HOOK HIGH SCHOOL SENIORS… CHECK OUT THE SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES FROM THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION Visit cfhvny.org for local scholarship opportunities. You can search by high school to see all of the valuable opportunities available to you! Thousands of dollars will be awarded this spring. April 1st is the deadline for most scholarships. Complete guidelines and online applications are available at cfhvny.org. Acacio Roger Rodrigues Memorial Scholarship This Scholarship is available to graduating high school seniors who reside in Dutchess, Putnam or Westchester County, or Fairfield County, CT, and plan to study in a field which will lead to a career in the building/construction industry. The scholarships will be awarded to individuals who will be full time students at any accredited vocational school, college or university in the United States. Minimum scholarship award is $1,000. Andy Vito/Harold Tompkins/Ron Vece Scholarship Established by the Hudson Valley Umpires’ Association, this scholarship is available to Dutchess County high school graduates who have played high school baseball. Two $750 scholarships will be awarded. ATHENA Scholarship Established by the Dutchess County Regional Chamber of Commerce to encourage increased leadership roles for women in our community, this scholarship is available to any female high school senior who is a resident of Dutchess County, and who is pursuing their education at an accredited Mid-Hudson Valley College, University or trade school or through an accredited online educational program in the Fall. (Mid-Hudson is defined as Columbia, Dutchess, Greene, Orange and Ulster counties.) One $1,000 scholarship will be awarded. Audrey Morgenstern Memorial Scholarship Established by the family of Audrey Morgenstern and the Dutchess Regional Chamber of Commerce to honor her memory, this scholarship is available to any resident of Dutchess County who is pursuing a career in journalism or communications at Marist College. One $1,000 scholarship will be awarded. Charles S. North Scholarship for Music Established by the Dutchess County Regional Chamber of Commerce to encourage the pursuit of music in education, this scholarship is available to any high school senior who is a resident of Dutchess County, and is pursuing a degree in music at an accredited college or university in the United States. One $1,000 scholarship will be awarded. Cosimo DiBrizzi Memorial Scholarship Established by the family of Cosimo DiBrizzi and the Dutchess County Regional Chamber of Commerce to honor his memory, this scholarship is available to any resident of the Hudson Valley who is pursuing a career at the Culinary Institute of America. Several scholarships will be awarded with awards ranging from $1,000 to $2,000. Doherty-Package Pavement Company Scholarship Students continuing their education beyond high school, whose parents or guardians have been employed by one of the companies (Package Pavement Company, Inc., Red Wing Properties, Inc., or Stormville Trucking, Inc) for at least five years, are eligible to apply. Scholarship is not renewable, but winners may apply in up to four subsequent years. Scholarships generally range from $1,000 to $2,000. Dr. Bernell E. Argyle Scholarship Established by the family of Dr. Bernell E. Argyle to honor his memory, this scholarship is available to Dutchess County residents graduating from high school who intend to pursue an education and career in physics and/or music. One $1,000 scholarship will be awarded. Eileen Hickey Nursing Scholarship Established by the family of Eileen Hickey and the Dutchess County Regional Chamber of Commerce to honor her memory, this scholarship is available to any resident of the Hudson Valley who is pursuing a career in nursing at Mount Saint Mary College in Newburgh, New York. Several $1,000 scholarships will be awarded. Frank Thomas Groff Scholarship (4 year); next available in Spring 2015 The scholarship is available to members of a Roman Catholic Church who are graduating seniors of a high school in Dutchess County. The scholarship shall be applied to tuition costs of completing an Associate or Baccalaureate degree at an accredited undergraduate institution, college or university in the United States. Hudson Valley Financial Professionals Scholarship Fund Established by the Hudson Valley Financial Professionals, one scholarship will be awarded to a graduating senior from a Dutchess County high school who wishes to pursue a career in the financial services industry at any accredited college or university. One $500 scholarship will be awarded. James T. Hammond Athletic Leadership Scholarship Established by the Hudson Valley Region Empire State Games organizing committee and Dutchess County Regional Chamber of Commerce to honor the leadership that Jim Hammond demonstrated in bringing the Empire State Games to the Valley in 2005, this scholarship is available to a graduating high school senior residing in Dutchess, Orange, or Ulster counties in the Hudson Valley who is pursuing a degree at a college located in New York State. The scholarship amount is $2,000 per year and is renewable for up to an additional three (3) years. Jennifer Coudrey Memorial Scholarship Established by WRRV, this scholarship will be awarded to a young women in the Hudson Valley who shares Jen’s positive attitude, desire to help others and determination to work hard pursuing a career in physical therapy. One $1,000 scholarship will be awarded. Joseph H. and Mildred C. McManus Scholarship (4 year) Scholarships are available to graduating seniors or recent graduates of high schools in Dutchess County. The scholarships shall be applied to tuition costs at accredited colleges, or universities for a period not to exceed four (4) years. Scholarships generally range from $1,000 to $2,000 per year. Must maintain “B -” or equivalent GPA to continue receiving funds while attending the undergraduate institution. Several scholarships will be awarded. Juan Lafuente Memorial Scholarship Established by the family of Juan Lafuente and the Dutchess County Regional Chamber of Commerce to honor his memory, this scholarship is available to any resident of Dutchess County who is pursuing a career in an engineering or technological field. Several $1,000 scholarships will be awarded. Kathleen H. Zwissler Memorial Scholarship Established by Adams Fairacre Farms to honor her memory, this scholarship is available to seniors graduating from high school and students currently enrolled in accredited academic institutions whose field of study is or will be in a business-related field and who works at or whose parents or guardians are employed by Adams Fairacre Farms, Inc. One $500 scholarship will be awarded. Luigi and Elisa Panichi Memorial Scholarship Established by the family of Luigi and Elisa Panichi to honor their memory, this scholarship is available to seniors graduating from high school and students currently enrolled in accredited academic institutions including 4-year public and private colleges or universities, community colleges and trade schools whose parents or guardians are employed by Panichi Holding Corp. d/b/a Royal Carting Service Co. or Valley 82 Holding Corp. d/b/a Welsh Sanitation Service. Scholarships generally range from $500 to $1,000. Manufacturing and Trade Scholarship Established by the Manufacturing and Trade Committee of the Dutchess County Regional Chamber of Commerce, the Manufacturing & Trade Scholarship is designed to give Hudson Valley residents, age 17 or older, who possess or are working towards a High School or General Equivalency Diploma, the opportunity to continue and/or complete their educational needs in manufacturing or trade profession. Scholarship monies will be given directly to the educational institution. Funds may be used for tuition, materials or textbooks, as necessary components to a Manufacturing or Trade course. Materials may include industry specific electronics (not including personal computers), measuring tools, calculators and other educational devices. The scholarship maximum is $2,000.00 per student. Marjorie A. Rifenburg Scholarship The scholarship is available to provide assistance with college expenses to individuals of Native American descent. Graduating seniors of Dutchess County high schools and students enrolled in Dutchess County colleges are eligible to apply. The scholarship shall be applied to tuition costs at an accredited college, or university or trade school. The scholarship amounts range from $500 to $4,000. Not renewable but winners may reapply in subsequent years. Mary Abdoo Fashion Memorial Scholarship Established by the family of Mary Abdoo and the Dutchess County Regional Chamber of Commerce to honor her memory, this scholarship is available to any resident of the Hudson Valley who is pursuing a career in fashion at Marist College. One $1,000 scholarship will be awarded. Miles of Hope Breast Cancer Foundation Scholarship The purpose of the Miles of Hope Breast Cancer Foundation Scholarship is to assist students who have been affected by breast cancer in some way. A minimum of eight (8) scholarships of $1,000 in value each may be awarded in the spring across eight Hudson Valley counties. P.J. Ransley Memorial Scholarship Established in memory of P.J. Ransley, this Fund will provide scholarships to graduating students of high schools located in Dutchess County who plan to major in business. One $1,000 scholarship will be awarded. Red Hook Grange Scholarship (Dutchess County BOCES) Established by the Red Hook Grange, this scholarship is available to a graduating student from Red Hook High School who has graduated from a Dutchess County BOCES program and is seeking higher education in the trades of technology. The scholarship shall be applied to tuition costs at an accredited college, university or trade school. One $1,000 scholarship will be awarded. Red Hook Grange Scholarship (Red Hook High School) Established by the Red Hook Grange, this scholarship is available to a graduating student of Red Hook High School planning to seek higher education in the field of agriculture or education. The scholarship shall be applied to tuition costs at an accredited college, university or trade school. One $1,000 scholarship will be awarded. Richard W. Mitchell Memorial Scholarship Established by the family of Richard W. Mitchell and the Dutchess County Regional Chamber of Commerce to honor his memory, this scholarship is available to any resident of Dutchess County who is faced with significant economic, physical, developmental or emotional barrier(s) while advancing his or her education. Several $1,000 scholarships will be awarded. Ruth Oja Environmental Scholarship Established by the Red Hook Town Conservation Advisory Council in honor of Ruth Oja, this scholarship is available to students who are residents of Red Hook, NY, who are college bound graduating high school seniors or the home-schooled equivalent, pursuing studies in environmental science or a related discipline or who have demonstrated a sensitivity to the environment through leadership/participation in pro-environmental programs like recycling, land conservancy, environmental cleanup projects, etc. This scholarship shall be applied to tuition costs at an accredited college, university or trade school. One $500 scholarship will be awarded. Stephanie D. Brown Memorial Scholarship Established by the family of Stephanie Brown to honor her memory and devotion to children, this scholarship is available to a female Dutchess County high school graduate, who intends to major in Education (Drama and Psychology also accepted). The scholarship generally ranges from $1,000 to $2,000. All scholarships for Red Hook High School are available through the scholarship search feature. Complete guidelines and applications are available at cfhvny.org. The Community Foundation is a public charitable organization that is a driving force for philanthropy in Dutchess, Putnam and Ulster Counties. Representing thousands of donors through more than 500 separate funds that make up its endowment, your Foundation encourages a sense of community by channeling much-needed resources to area organizations. Working with donors who wish to ensure and improve the quality of life in Dutchess, Putnam and Ulster Counties, we cover a broad and diverse range of issue areas including the arts, education, community development, conservation, health, and human services. The Foundation provides superior donor services, makes grants and scholarships that positively impact the community, ensures sustainability of the philanthropic community and serves as a leader, catalyst, and resource. We are both a grantmaker and a vehicle for donors to accomplish their philanthropic dreams. The Community Foundation exists to enhance the quality of life for all citizens of our area, now and for generations to come, by building community endowments, addressing needs through grantmaking, and providing leadership on key community issues. Scholarships are just one way that donors support our community. This is just a starting point. It makes good sense to investigate all possible sources of assistance for which you may be eligible. Check with your guidance counselor. Prior to your senior year, read your hometown newspapers (especially in April, May and June) for the names of scholarships given in your area. If you think you may qualify, contact the sponsoring organization. The Community Foundation in partnership with several other organizations offers additional scholarships through your guidance department and from our Web site at cfhvny.org. These include the Miles of Hope Breast Cancer Foundation Scholarship and several scholarships from the Dutchess County Regional Chamber of Commerce through The Chamber Foundation. We encourage you to keep checking the Scholarship section of our Web site for additional scholarship opportunities. You should also contact your church or synagogue to see if either the local or national organization offers any student aid programs. Contact local civic and fraternal organizations, religious groups, and veterans’ posts; many local, state and national units sponsor some scholarship programs, especially for members’ children. Sometimes these are limited to a specified high school; more often they are given to a local area that includes several high schools. Ask your parents to check with their employers. Many employers have some form of scholarship or grant aid available to help employees’ children meet educational expenses; sometimes these programs are competitive, with awards based on academic achievement, while others are based on demonstrated need alone. If your parents are members of labor unions or trade and professional associations, they may discover that these organizations have some type of aid available to assist members’ children. If one of your parents is a military veteran, you might also qualify for some help. Investigate programs that may be underwritten by local businesses and industries. Much assistance is still provided by the general government, the states, and increasingly, the schools and colleges involved. The most important thing to remember is that if you don’t apply you can not receive most scholarships. So apply! Questions? Please contact Jennifer Killian at [email protected] or 845-452-3077 or go to cfhvny.org.
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