Glen Cove Students at Fordham Can Qualify For $5,000 Scholarship

GLEN COVE, NY — A scholarship is being offered to Glen Cove residents attending Fordham University.

The $5,000 Community Service Award, presented by the GCNA (Glen Cove Neighborhood Association), is for a current Fordham student "who has demonstrated a substantial contribution to the community."

Not only are students from Glen Cove eligible, but those who live in neighboring towns of Bayville, Glen Head, Locust Valley, Matinecock and Sea Cliff can earn the award.

"We're so grateful to the board of the GCNA for their generosity in making this award available to Fordham students," said Debra Caruso Marrone, president of the Fordham College Alumni Association (FCAA), and a resident of Glen Cove. "We're sure the funds will help a community-minded student fund their education while also helping others."

Applicants will be judged on volunteer/community service performed, showing both membership in a community/non-profit organization and time spent helping that organization achieve its mission.

Requirements are a cover letter describing community involvement, a resume, proof of residency and proof of Fordham enrollment.

Documents should be sent Marrone at dcaruso@fordhamcollegealumni.org.

A committee made up of board members from the FCAA will judge the applications. The deadline is September 1.