214 college-bound students receive scholarships through the Greater Lowell Community Foundation

Lowell, MA – Greater Lowell Community Foundation announces $611,751 in scholarships to 214 high school seniors at Lowell High School to help cover the rising costs of post-secondary education.

Since its founding 26 years ago, the Foundation’s scholarship program has supported more than 3,300 students with $5.4 million in scholarships, thanks to the generosity of donors who have set up funds to invest in young people’s continuing education.

“I want to sincerely thank our donors, as well as our volunteers, for investing in education,” said Jay Linnehan, GLCF’s President and CEO. “They donated their time and money for the promise of the next generation – it is philanthropy at its best!”

Of those awarded, 64% of recipients plan to attend college in Massachusetts, with 36% staying in Middlesex County. The top five schools include UMass Lowell, Middlesex Community College, UMass Amherst, Boston University and Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences. Scholarships include new awards as well as multi-year awards, as some of the Foundation’s scholarship funds provide student support throughout their college journey.

The scholarships were awarded to students representing a variety of identities, interests, and accomplishments. A new scholarship awarded at this year’s Lowell High School Honors Night was the Michael J. Netishen Scholarship Fund, established by Netishen’s family to provide annual Lowell High School scholarships to students who play sports and have financial need.

Foundation staff and 83 volunteers selected the Lowell High School scholarship recipients based on merit, financial need, and specific criteria established by each of the 369 individual scholarship funds. High school seniors can submit one application and be considered for multiple scholarship opportunities through the Foundation’s online application, which will open again in January 2024.

For more information on establishing a scholarship at the Greater Lowell Community Foundation, visit www.glcfoundation.org or call 978-970-1600.

About Greater Lowell Community Foundation

Established in 1997, the Greater Lowell Community Foundation (GLCF) is a philanthropic organization comprised of more than 400 funds dedicated to improving the quality of life in 21 neighboring cities and towns. With financial assets of almost $60 million, GLCF annually awards grants and scholarships to hundreds of worthy nonprofits and students. It is powered by the winning combination of donor-directed giving, personal attention from Foundation staff, and an in-depth understanding of local needs. The generosity of our donors has enabled the Community Foundation to award more than $35 million to the Greater Lowell community.

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PHOTO CAPTION:  A new scholarship awarded at this year’s Lowell High School Honors Night was the Michael J. Netishen Scholarship Fund established by Netishen’s family to provide annual Lowell High School scholarship to students who play sports and have financial need. From left to right: Maribeth Awiszus, Janet Netishen, Ellen Netishen with 2023 Scholarship Recipient Jarlen Arango.

Greater Lowell Community Foundation Announces New Jump Start Scholarship

Lowell, MA – The Greater Lowell Community Foundation (GLCF) is honored to announce the establishment of the JUMP START Scholarship Fund by the Aldrich Family Foundation in conjunction with Project Kompass, a nonprofit based in North Chelmsford. This scholarship provides funding to students who have had some challenges in their lives and who desire a brighter future by continuing their education through an accredited vocational training program, community college, or four-year college/university. The bi-annual scholarship provides $2,500 scholarships to students who are aged 18+ from Lowell or Lawrence (and surrounding communities.)

“Sometimes it takes a little support and encouragement to achieve one’s goals in life,” said David Aldrich, Trustee, Aldrich Family Foundation. “Towards that end, the JUMP START Scholarship fund is designed to provide financial resources to those individuals who may have experienced adversities in their lives and wish to pursue a dream through education and training. Our scholarships are open to vocational and/or technical training programs in addition to community colleges and universities.”

“By giving students the resources they need, donors are giving them more control of their situation, goals, and their entire future,” said Jennifer Aradhya, GLCF’s Vice President of Marketing, Programs & Strategy. “The JUMP START scholarship is unique in that past academic excellence is not a requirement. Rather, the focus is on potential and passion. I commend the Aldrich Family Foundation for providing this opportunity and managing the selection process. GLCF is proud to partner and manage their fund and distributions.”

Donations to any fund at the Greater Lowell Community Foundation, including the JUMP START Scholarship Fund, can be made online at www.glcfoundation.org/donate or by mail to the JUMP START Scholarship Fund c/o GLCF, 100 Merrimack Street, Suite 202, Lowell, MA 01852.

The JUMP START Scholarship application for fall opens October 2. For more information on this scholarship, please contact Dave Aldrich by email: Dave.aldrich98@gmail.com.

Scholarships play a significant role in helping GLCF achieve its mission to improve the quality of life for the Greater Lowell community. For more information, call 978-970-1600 to learn how the community foundation can help a donor establish a scholarship fund.

For more information on the Greater Lowell Community Foundation please visit www.glcfoundation.org.

About Greater Lowell Community Foundation

Established in 1997, the Greater Lowell Community Foundation (GLCF) is a philanthropic organization comprised of more than 400 funds dedicated to improving the quality of life in 21 neighboring cities and towns. With financial assets of almost $60 million, GLCF annually awards grants and scholarships to hundreds of worthy nonprofits and students. It is powered by the winning combination of donor-directed giving, personal attention from Foundation staff, and an in-depth understanding of local needs. The generosity of our donors has enabled the Community Foundation to award more than $35 million to the Greater Lowell community.

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PHOTO CAPTION:  Greater Lowell Community Foundation announces the establishment of the JUMP START Scholarship Fund by the Aldrich Family Foundation.

Jump Start Scholarship Fund

Kenneth Hall Memorial Scholarship Fund

Merrimack Valley Scholarship Fund

Awarded to students graduating from schools within the Merrimack Valley Area with academic merit, extracurricular participation, and exemplary volunteerism. Scholarships will be awarded in the following four (4) categories: a. Leadership Scholarship b. Community Service Scholarship in Memory of Juana Osorio c. Educators Scholarship in Memory of Anne Galimi d. JROTC Leadership Scholarship: Awarded to a Lowell High School AFJROTC Senior.

National Aviation Academy Scholarship