Mary Laurenzano Scholarship Fund
Community Foundation of the Eastern Shore,
Choice of School: Accredited four-year college or university, or accredited two-year community college.
Considerations:
Applicants must demonstrate a need for financial assistance, have a reputation of good character, demonstrate community engagement, be a well-rounded citizen and have participated in extra-curricular school or community activities. Successful applicants should demonstrate that they have the maturity and commitment to succeed in college level courses of study. Must have a 3.5 or higher cumulative grade point average.
Nature of Award: The amount of the award will be a minimum of $500 for one academic year
How to Apply:
Applications are available at CFES.org. Completed applications must be submitted to James M. Bennett High School Scholarship Advisory Committee no later than April 30 of the current school year to be eligible for fall semester assistance. An application is complete, and considered for a scholarship award, only when the following have been submitted:
- A completed scholarship application
- Official high school transcript of grades
- Letter of acceptance from college or university
- Two letters of recommendation from non-family members (e.g. teacher, guidance counselor, employer, athletic coach, etc.)
- A one-page essay describing your community service participation and what community service means to you
Who May Apply:
Applicants must have attended Bennett Middle School and graduating seniors of James M. Bennett High School. Applicants must have been accepted for enrollment as a full-time student at a two- or four-year accredited college or university.