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On June 5, 2024, The Chamber of Commerce of Eastern CT Foundation granted $1,250 scholarships to eight 2024 high school graduates in the region, the largest sum distributed to date through the Foundation’s scholarship program.  The program focuses on students who plan to contribute to Eastern CT’s economy and quality of life through their future career, and who have a demonstrated record of community engagement, academic achievement, and financial need.

“The Chamber Foundation is proud to award $10,000 in scholarship funding to these deserving, outstanding youth this year, our largest sum granted to date,” said Louis Ziegler, Chair of the Chamber of Commerce of Eastern CT Foundation’s Board of Directors. “We take great pride in supporting the up-and-coming workforce of Eastern Connecticut, fully aware of the profound impact they’re destined to have in our community as they pursue their aspirations and goals.”

Scholarship funding comes from generous local businesses and donors who support the Foundation’s annual Bowl-a-thon fundraiser, held each year at High Rollers Luxury Lanes and Lounge; this year’s event will be July 16. The Foundation also hosts an annual Holiday Gala each December.

The awardees are as follows:

Gianni Drab of Robert E. Fitch Senior High School, attending Northeastern University

Stephanie Flores Aguilar of New London High School Multi Magnet Campus, attending University of Connecticut

Aeracura Harney of Waterford High School, attending Florida Institute of Technology

Brianna Harris of Robert E. Fitch Senior High School, attending Eastern Connecticut State University

Grace Peil of Marine Science Magnet High School, attending University of Massachusetts-Amherst

Ivan Rodriguez of New London High School, attending University of Hartford

Alyssa Tomasso of Stonington High School, attending Eastern Connecticut State University

Sadeya Zakaria of Norwich Free Academy, attending University of Connecticut

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