Aldo DeDominicis Scholarship Fund Grant

Aldo DeDominicis Scholarship Fund Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Greater Hartford Gives Foundation
Amount: US $1,500 - US $2,000
Last Updated: November 05, 2025

Summary

The Aldo DeDominicis Scholarship Fund supports students who have received a Farmington UNICO scholarship, promoting educational opportunities for those who have demonstrated financial need and maintained a "B" average. Established in honor of Aldo DeDominicis, an immigrant who built a successful media career, the fund reflects his belief in sharing wealth to foster community growth. This initiative aims to empower young scholars in the Greater Hartford area, encouraging them to achieve their academic goals and contribute positively to society.

Overview

Our Mission Putting philanthropy into action to create lasting solutions that result in vibrant communities within the Greater Hartford region. We are Greater Hartford's Community Foundation. We serve 29 towns, nearly 800,000 residents, hundreds of nonprofits, and a network of philanthropists with more than 1,500 funds. We bring together the people, knowledge, investments and passion to make Greater Hartford a more inclusive and equitable place to live, work and raise a family. Aldo DeDominicis Scholarship Fund Mr. DeDominicis came to the U.S. from Italy at age 16 with six dollars. He went on to co-finance, build and open New England's first television station, WTNH-TV, in New Haven. He also co-founded WNCJ-AM in New Haven and bought a radio station in New Britain, which he renamed WRCH AM-FM. DeDominicis, called "Uncle Aldo" by those who knew him, was adamant that his fortune should be shared with others. This scholarship is for students who have already received a UNICO-Farmington scholarship; these awards complement the UNICO one-year awards.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Has received a Farmington UNICO scholarshipMaintained a "B" averageHas financial need