Father Connie Dougherty Memorial Scholarship Grant

Father Connie Dougherty Memorial Scholarship Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Community Foundation of Sarasota County
Last Updated: February 09, 2026

Summary

The Father Connie Dougherty Memorial Scholarship, established in 1975, supports Sarasota County students under 24 years old who are graduating from local high schools. Aimed at fostering education regardless of background, this scholarship is a tribute to Father Connie Dougherty's dedication to youth programs. Eligible candidates must pursue an undergraduate degree at an accredited institution, ensuring that deserving students can reach their full potential through higher education.

Overview

The Father Connie Scholarship Fund was established in 1975 as a perpetual trust to further the education of deserving young people of all race, color, creed, sex and national origin. Father Connie Dougherty was known in Sarasota for supporting high schools and youth programs. Father Connie's devotion and service to Sarasota County led to him creating the Father Connie Dougherty Memorial Scholarship Fund. This scholarship fund was created to help Sarasota County students reach their potential.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Students must be under the age of 24 and graduates or graduating from a Sarasota County public or private high school. Students must be pursuing a undergraduate program at a college, university, or other institution of higher learning.