Alfred A. Zannella Memorial Scholarship
Funding Amount
$2,500 - $5,000
Deadline
Expected ~March
Based on past cycles
Grant Type
Foundation
Deadline history & next window
- Cycle
- Annual
- Current deadline
- March 1, 2027
- Tracked since
- April 2026
Deadlines typically fall in: March
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Eligible organizations
- Target Audience: Local students or adult learners
- Educational Requirements: Enrolled in or accepted to an accredited college or university in New England
- Accredited New England colleges or universities
- Be enrolled in or accepted to an accredited New England college or university
Geography
- Rhode Island residents
Other requirements
- Degree Level: Pursuing an associate or bachelor's degree in foodservice, lodging, or tourism industry
- Pursuing an associate or bachelor's degree in hospitality
- Submit a statement outlining educational and career goals
Not eligible / not funded
- Not eligible: Complete all sections of the application (incomplete applications will not be considered)
Overview
The Alfred A. Zannella Memorial Scholarship is awarded to deserving Rhode Islanders pursuing education toward a career in the foodservice, lodging, or tourism industries.
Background: Al Zannella was the Executive Vice President of Mancini Beverage and a longtime Board Member of the RI Hospitality Association. He was a dedicated member of the hospitality community, always willing to lend a hand and help his industry thrive. This memorial scholarship was created to carry on the legacy of his generosity.
Purpose: This scholarship assists Rhode Island local students and adult learners through higher education opportunities.
Eligibility
- Target Audience: Local students or adult learners
- Educational Requirements: Enrolled in or accepted to an accredited college or university in New England
- Degree Level: Pursuing an associate or bachelor's degree in foodservice, lodging, or tourism industry
Award Details
- Amount: $2,500 - $5,000
- Frequency: Annual
- Deadline: March 1st
Geographic Scope
- Rhode Island residents
- Accredited New England colleges or universities
Contact Information
- Email: Traci@rihospitality.org
How to Apply
Application Requirements
Deadline: March 1st
Eligibility Checklist:
- Complete all sections of the application (incomplete applications will not be considered)
- Be enrolled in or accepted to an accredited New England college or university
- Pursuing an associate or bachelor's degree in hospitality
- Submit a statement outlining educational and career goals
Required Materials
- Section I: Personal Information
- Section II: High School Information (for students seeking collegiate funding)
- Section III: Employer Information
- Section IV: Student Essay or Video Submission addressing:
- Background: Share your experience and relevant achievements
- Career Choice: Explain why you have chosen a career in hospitality
- Scholarship Impact: Describe why obtaining this scholarship is important to you
- Financial Plan: Outline other ways you plan to finance your education if not selected
- Section V: Academic Honors and Achievements
- Scholarships or awards
- Leadership positions
- Honor societies or similar organizations
- Section VI: Letter of Recommendation
- One letter from a teacher or mentor (required)
- Section VII: Signature
Submission
- Method: Email
- Send to: Traci@rihospitality.org
What RI Hospitality Association actually gave
Source: IRS Form 990, 2023 — the most recent filing with itemized grants
RI Hospitality Association reported $2,723 in grants for 2024 as a total without an itemized list; the grant details below are from 2023, its most recent itemized filing.
- Grants in 2023
- 42
- Total given
- $389K
- Median grant
- $10K
- Range
- $5,154–$10K
- By dollars: Rhode Island 94%, Massachusetts 3%, Connecticut 3%. Top recipient cities: Providence, RI; Cranston, RI; Middletown, RI.
- 0% of grants with a stated purpose were for general or operating support.
Example grants
Apponaug Brewing Company LLC · Warwick, RI
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$10K
Argento Restaurants LLC · Cranston, RI
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$10K
Bayberry Garden LLC · Providence, RI
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$10K
CRU Cafe LLC · Attleboro, MA
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$10K
G&R Daou Inc · Providence, RI
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$10K
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Fields of Work
- Workforce development
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