Christopher Maerz Memorial Scholarship Grant

Christopher Maerz Memorial Scholarship Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: The Community Foundation of Greater New Britain
Amount: US $500 - US $30,000
Last Updated: November 07, 2025

Summary

The Christopher Maerz Memorial Scholarship, offered by the Community Foundation of Greater New Britain, supports graduating seniors or past graduates from New Britain or Berlin high schools pursuing a bachelor's degree in nursing or a related medical field. Applicants must maintain a C+ average and demonstrate financial need, with a preference for first-generation college students committed to healthcare. This initiative aims to foster skilled, compassionate care in the community.

Overview

Community Foundation of Greater New Britain The Community Foundation of Greater New Britain (CFGNB) serves as a trusted philanthropic institution dedicated to inspiring generosity, managing permanent charitable assets, and strategically partnering with community stakeholders to address pressing local challenges. Founded with a mission to foster lasting impact, the Foundation guides donors, supports nonprofits, and invests in initiatives that strengthen the social, educational, economic, and cultural fabric of the Greater New Britain region. Mission, Vision & Priorities CFGNB’s mission is to inspire philanthropy, responsibly manage permanent charitable assets, and partner to address key community issues through strategic leadership. The Foundation envisions a vibrant, thriving community that is a better place to live and work. Its priority areas include: supporting educational attainment and early-childhood development; strengthening human services and economic opportunity; promoting the arts, culture, and heritage; and fostering collaboration, inclusivity, and capacity-building across the nonprofit sector. Christopher Maerz Memorial Scholarship This scholarship supports graduating seniors or past graduates of high schools in New Britain or Berlin, Connecticut, who plan to pursue a bachelor’s degree in nursing or another medical care-related field. Eligible applicants must have earned a C+ average or higher in high school and demonstrate financial need. Preference is given to first-generation college students who show determination and commitment to entering the healthcare profession and improving the well-being of others through compassionate, skilled care.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Graduating seniors or previous graduates of a high school in New Britain or Berlin, CTPursuing a bachelor’s degree in field of nursing or other medical care careersC+ average or better in their high school career