Festa Italiana Reverend Father Augustine Henry Giusani Math & Science Scholarship Grant

Festa Italiana Reverend Father Augustine Henry Giusani Math & Science 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 Festa Italiana Reverend Father Augustine Henry Giusani Math & Science Scholarship, offered by the Community Foundation of Greater New Britain, supports high school seniors and college students from select Connecticut towns who are majoring in math, science, or engineering. Preference is given to those of Italian descent and active members of their high school Italian Clubs. This scholarship aims to promote academic excellence while fostering cultural pride and supporting future leaders in technical fields.

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. Festa Italiana Reverend Father Augustine Henry Giusani Math & Science Scholarship This scholarship supports graduating high school seniors or current college students residing in Berlin, New Britain, Bloomfield, Burlington, Cromwell, East Hampton, Farmington, Hartford, Meriden, Middletown, Newington, Southington, West Hartford, or Windsor who plan to major in math, science, or engineering. Preference is given to applicants of Italian descent and to those who are active members of their high school Italian Club or junior members (or have family membership) in an Italian organization in Connecticut. The award encourages academic excellence and cultural pride while supporting students pursuing technical and scientific fields.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Must be a graduating senior or current college student residing in Berlin, New Britain, Bloomfield, Burlington, Cromwell, East Hampton, Farmington, Hartford, Meriden, Middletown, Newington, Southington, West Hartford or WindsorPlanning to major in Math, Science and Engineering