Leonard C. and Jeannette W. Varkal Scholarship Grant

Leonard C. and Jeannette W. Varkal Scholarship Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: The Community Foundation of Greater New Britain
Amount: US $500 - US $30,000
Last Updated: November 08, 2025

Summary

The Leonard C. and Jeannette W. Varkal Scholarship, offered by the Community Foundation of Greater New Britain, supports high-achieving seniors from Berlin, New Britain, and Plainville, CT. Eligible candidates must rank in the top 10% of their class or maintain a minimum GPA of 3.0, pursuing degrees in Education or Business. Preference is given to those demonstrating financial need, ensuring support for dedicated students committed to enhancing their communities through education.

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. Leonard C. and Jeannette W. Varkal Scholarship This scholarship supports graduating seniors from public or accredited private high schools in Berlin, New Britain, and Plainville, Connecticut, who demonstrate strong academic performance and a commitment to higher education. Eligible applicants must rank in the top 10% of their class or have a minimum GPA of 3.0 and be pursuing a degree in Education or Business at an accredited institution. Preference is given to students with financial need who are not receiving substantial other scholarship assistance, as verified through their Student Aid Report (SAR) from the FAFSA. The award aims to assist hardworking, high-achieving students dedicated to building professional careers that strengthen their communities.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Candidates must be graduating seniors of the public high school or an accredited/state approved private high school in the towns of Berlin, New Britain and/or Plainville Connecticut.Students with a minimum of a 3.0 GPA