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Scholarships

We are very fortunate to have several groups and private individuals in our community who offer educational scholarships to help young people further their learning.

Below are the Scholarship Application listings we are currently aware of. If your organization offers a scholarship, please send in the information to ktaylor@nahant.org and we’ll be happy to include it on this page.

American Red Cross Leaders Save Lives Scholarship

The American Red Cross is looking for student leaders.

Any current High School student interested in earning volunteer/community service hours, $$ an Amazon.com gift card, and an opportunity to win a scholarship to help with education costs, please see the flyer for more information and contact me at the Johnson School. Cheryl DiLisio RN  (781) 581-1600 x4  

Leaders Save Lives is a unique program for high school and college students who want to help save lives with the American Red Cross. By hosting a blood drive while school is out of session, you’ll get the opportunity to win a scholarship, a meaningful leadership experience, a gift card award and the accomplishment of helping ensure a reliable blood supply. This leadership program is also a great way to rack up on volunteer hours.

Here’s how you can get involved in Leaders Save Lives:

1) Sign up to host a blood drive. Your blood drive must be scheduled while school is out of session during the summer or winter program time frame
2) Form a recruitment team to help make your blood drive a success
3) Recruit your friends and family to schedule appointments to donate at your blood drive

Visit the Red Cross website for additional information.

Coastal Ocean Science Academy Scholarship

Due Date: 2024 TBA
Application Contact: Northeastern Marine Science Center

The Coastal Ocean Science Academy connects youth to local coastal habitats and the factors that shape them through authentic research experiences. Based at the Northeastern University Marine Science Center, the one-week middle school and two-week high school programs include trips to field sites around the North Shore, both on and off the water.

Nahant scholarships are available. Scholarship deadline is in May of each year.  For more information and to sign up, contact Val Perini at 781-581-7370 x373, or v.perini@northeastern.edu, or visit: www.tinyurl.com/nucosa2017.

Nahant Democratic Town Committee Scholarship

Amount: $500
Due Date: 2024 TBA
Application Contact: James Walsh | Nahant, MA 01908

Scholarship in loving memory of Bernie Yadoff

The Nahant Democratic Town Committee is pleased to announce the eligibility requirements and instructions for our Scholarship in memory of Bernie Yadoff.  Bernie was a member and officer of the Nahant Democratic Town Committee for decades and it is only fitting that a scholarship be awarded in his name.

Our “Bernie” was “Dr. Bernard Yadoff, PhD.”  He received his doctorate from the University of Pittsburgh and was a practicing clinical psychologist in that city for more than 20 years before moving to Nahant in 1976.  From the very first Bernie involved himself in the public affairs of our community with particular interest in the Nahant Schools, the Nahant Lions Club and the Nahant Public Library.  He served on the FinCom for many years and was a member of the ACLU, an organization that he tirelessly supported throughout his adult life.

We would like to think that in all the many activities he pursued he reflected the Democratic values of compassion, fairness, and equal rights for all citizens.  He was a thoughtful man who engaged with others to better the lives of all his fellow citizens and we on the Nahant Democratic Town Committee were fortunate to serve with him and are proud to honor his memory.

Eligibility Requirements:
1.  Nahant Resident
2.  Born on or after July 4th, 1989.  Please note this scholarship is open to all college levels, not just high school seniors.
3.  Enrolled full-time in a two or four year accredited degree seeking program at an institution of higher learning located in the United States.

Instructions: Create an original 30 second YouTube video titled “Join Me and NDTC in Voting Democratic because…”  Post the video on the Nahant Democratic Town Committee Facebook page by the deadline listed above. Casting yourself in the video is optional.

Good Luck!!!

American Legion Annual Scholarship

Amount: 1 Scholarship for $500 and 1 Scholarship for $1,000
Due Date: May 03, 2024
Application Contact: alpost215@gmail.com

American Legion Post 215 – 2024 Scholarship Application

Application Instructions:
1. Include a Copy of your letter of Acceptance. (If you do not yet have your letter as yet, please forward as soon as received.)
2. Include a short cover letter about yourself to include activities, plans, interests, community service.

3. Submit and ESSAY ON THE QUESTION BELOW: 250 to 500 words max. (Please do not put your name on the essay, just on the cover letter)

Why is it important to support our service members stationed overseas and how can you help?”

WHO IS ELIGIBLE FOR THIS SCHOLARSHIP: 
Nahant resident High School Students or Nahant Veterans seeking additional education, who have been accepted to an accredited 2 or 4 year college, university or technical trade school.

PLEASE SUBMIT THIS APPLICATION TO:
Scholarship Committee
The Nahant American Legion Post 215
P.O. Box 82
Nahant, MA 01908

or email to: alpost215@gmail.com
Applications must be received by May 03, 2024
The winner of the scholarship with be notified and expected to attend the Annual Town Meeting on Saturday May 18, 2024 for presentation and to accept the scholarship award.

Garden Club Academic Scholarship

Amount: $2,500
Due Date: 2024 TBA
Application Contact: Jeannie Buckley | 7 Walton Road | Nahant, MA 01908

The Nahant Garden Club is pleased to announce our offer of a $2,500 academic scholarship to a 2023 high school graduate who has been accepted to an accredited institution of higher learning.

The applicant must be a current resident of Nahant and have been a resident for at least three years. Preference will be given to a course of study related to ecology, environmental engineering, conservation, landscape architecture, botany or horticulture. IN THE ABSENCE OF APPLICANTS MAJORING IN THE ABOVE FIELDS, the scholarship will be awarded to a student who has demonstrated significant contributions to civic and community service organizations.

Applicants must include:

  1. A transcript of grades.
  2. An autobiographical letter describing the applicant’s accomplishments.
  3. A copy of acceptance to an accredited institution of higher learning.
  4. A letter of recommendation from a teacher or community leader.

Please submit all requirements to:
Jeannie E. Buckley
7 Walton Rd
Nahant, MA 01908
For more information, please call 781-581-0389.

Captain Jennifer J. Harris Scholarships

Amount: $1,500
Due Date: 2024 TBA
Application Contact: scholarship@honorablefew.com

Application Package:

The purpose of this program is to provide scholarships in Jennifer’s name to students in their senior year of high school who will be attending a state or nationally accredited college or university in the Fall of 2024.

Scholarships will be awarded on the basis of academic merit, an original essay, awards and recognition, and extracurricular/community service activities. Addition consideration will be given to those eligible applications from Swampscott High School (Jennifer’s alma mater) or those enrolled in a JROTC Program in Essex and Eastern Middlesex Counties. Applications and all supporting materials must be received by (2024 TBA) No exceptions will be made. Four Scholarships in the amount of $1,500 each will be awarded.

Captain Jennifer J. Harris, a native of Swampscott, MA, graduated from Swampscott High School in 1996 and from the United States Naval Academy in 2000.  She was the first female helicopter pilot assigned to the famed Marine Corps squadron HMM-364 “Purple Foxes”. She served three tours of duty in Iraq flying casualty evacuation missions, and was killed in action on February 7, 2007 when the helicopter she was piloting was shot down.

Thomas Hutton Christmas Parade Scholarship

Amount: $500
Due Date: 2024 TBA
Application Contact: Johnson School or the Nahant Police Department

The Nahant Christmas Parade scholarship has been rededicated to Tom Hutton.

Two $500.00 scholarships will be awarded to two graduating high school students who have been through the Nahant School system and are presently residing in Nahant. The scholarships are based on community service or volunteerism, in or out of school. School grades are not a factor, however the student must be accepted to a school of higher learning for the fall semester.

Post graduate studies (Prep School), College or University are acceptable. A brief letter stating your community service, volunteerism, along with a copy of the acceptance letter from the school you will be attending.

These must be submitted with the completed application and letters of references from your community service and volunteering. Applications are available at the Main Office at the Johnson School.

Completed Applications are due by (TBA) and can be dropped off to the Johnson School or the Nahant Police Department.

Name:__________________________________________________________ Address:________________________________________________________
Tel:_____________________ Years at Johnson School:__________________

Name of school of higher learning: ___________________________________
References: _____________________________________________________

Applicants Signature: ________________________ Date: ________________

Charles Kelley Scholarship

Amount: $1,000
Due Date: April 14, 2024
Application Contact: Kristin Taylor: ktaylor@nahant.org (do not email your application or essay)

CHARLES KELLEY SCHOLARSHIP APP

Please type a short essay on what Community Service means to you. Please DO NOT put your name on the essay.

Please submit the following with your scholarship application:

  1. Copy of you Letter of Acceptance (If you do not yet have your letter please forward as soon as received)
  2. A Short Essay (Typed on a separate piece of paper)

ELIGIBILITY FOR THIS SCHOLARSHIP | Any Nahant resident who has been accepted to a two or four year accredited college is eligible for this scholarship. Please submit a short essay on what “Community Service” means to you.

PLEASE MAIL OR DROP OFF YOUR COMPLETED ESSAY AND APPLICATION TO: 

Kristin Taylor-Selectmen’s Office: 334 Nahant Road, Nahant MA 01908 (do not email your application or essay)

The winner of the scholarship will be notified and expected to attend the Annual Town Meeting on May 20, 2023 to accept the scholarship award.

A LITTLE ABOUT CHARLES KELLEY | The Charles Kelley Annual Scholarship was established by residents of Nahant and the Nahant Board of Selectmen in memory of Mr. Kelley’s dedicated years of service.

Mr. Charles Kelley served for 33 years as a selectman for the Town of Nahant, this is the longest in the town’s history, and it is believed to be the longest in the modern history of Essex County.

Mr. Kelley’s political career started when he was elected to the School Committee in 1950 at the age of 22, he served as chairman of the committee from 1952 to 1955 and was instrumental in the planning and building of the Johnson School. Mr. Kelley when asked about his length of service was quoted as saying “ I’m not out to break records, I’m in politics because I love it and I hope I’m able to do something for my town.”

Application available above.

Lions Club Educational Grant

Amount: $500
Due Date: 2024 TBA
Application Contact: Al Eaton | PO Box 33 | Nahant, MA 01908

The Nahant Lions Club will award $500 to a Nahant student who meets the following criteria: a current Nahant resident, graduating from an accredited secondary school and acceptance to an accredited institution of higher learning.

The award is based on citizenship, scholarship, extracurricular activities and need. Interested applicants should submit a letter, detailing how he, or she, meets the citizenship criteria, a transcript through the third quarter of the senior year and a letter of acceptance from the institution of higher learning, that the applicant plans to attend.

All documentation must be submitted to:
Mr. Al Eaton
PO Box 33
Nahant, MA 01908

“Buck” and Matt Lombard Memorial St. Mary’s Scholarship

Amount: $10,000
Due Date: 2024 TBA
Application Contact: John Lombard | 14 Fenno Way | Nahant, MA 01908

Watch here for more information.

Bob and Janet Munnelly Memorial Scholarship

Amount: $500
Due Date: May 15, 2024
Application Contact: Mary Jo Ludke-4 Highland Avenue, Nahant, MA 01908

Application: Bob and Janet Munnelly Scholarship Application 2024

The Bob and Janet Munnelly Memorial Scholarship was established by the St. Vincent de Paul Society in Nahant in memory of its beloved members.  Bob was a longtime Nahant resident, distinguished veteran of the U.S. Army, and lifelong educator. He served as a classroom teacher, Northeastern University professor, and Superintendent of Schools in Saugus and Reading.  Janet worked tirelessly to help those in need.  She worked for the Salem and Nahant Housing Authorities and was a Mentor to a local teen.  Both Janet and Bob devoted countless hours to neighbors in Nahant who were in need of assistance.  This $500 scholarship award is given as a tribute to their commitment to Nahant and education.

Eligibility Requirements:

  • Nahant resident, graduating high school senior
  • Accepted to a post-secondary academic, professional, technical, or trade degree, certificate, or license program
  • Well-rounded individual involved in both community and school activities

Application Process:

Please include:

  • Personal information – name, address, telephone number, email address
  • Letter of acceptance to one of the programs listed above
  • Letter of recommendation from a teacher, counselor, or community leader
  • Letter from applicant describing relevant and consistent school and community service and future plans
  • Explain what receiving this scholarship would mean to you and your family

Application Deadline: 2024 TBA  All materials, including letters of recommendation, must be submitted by the deadline in order to be considered.

Please send Six completed application packets to:
Mrs. Mary Jo Ludke
4 Highland Ave.
Nahant, MA 01908

St. Thomas Aquinas Scholarships

Due Date: 2024 TBA

Contact: St. Thomas Aquinas Parish: 781-581-0023

  • St. Thomas Aquinas Parish Annual Scholarship | $750
  • Bill and Dolores Perry Scholarship | $600

Applicants must be a current member of St. Thomas Aquinas Parish and attended St. Thomas Religious Education Program. Please include a letter describing examples of leadership and service to the CHURCH and community, a copy of acceptance to an accredited institution of higher learning and a letter of recommendation from a teacher or community leader.

Application forms will be available at St. Thomas Church on the bulletin tables.

The scholarships will be awarded at a 9AM Mass to be announced.

Nahant Teachers Association Scholarship

Amount: $500
Due Date: May 15, 2024
Application Contact: nahantteachers@gmail.com

The Nahant Teachers Association is pleased to announce the offer of a $500 scholarship.

The committee shall study the candidates in light of the following criteria:

  1. Must be a current Nahant Resident
  2. Must be a graduate of the Johnson Elementary School
  3. Must have attended the Johnson School for at least two years
  4. Must be a good citizen, showing qualities of reliability, courtesy, consideration, and cooperation
  5. Submit a short essay on what you have accomplished so far and what your goals are for the future
  6. A copy of acceptance to an accredited institution of higher learning
  7. A letter of recommendation from a teacher or community leader
  8. A copy of your complete high school transcript

The amount of the scholarship will be $500.00.

Please send all documents as an attached PDF to:nahantteachers@gmail.com

or mail/drop off to:

Nahant Teachers Association Scholarship

Johnson School

290 Castle Road

Nahant, MA 01908

NEVSOA Veterans Scholarships

Amount: $500
Due Date: 2024 TBA
Application Contact: Johnson School

See the application for scholarship details and deadline requirements.

Nahant Student Scholarships

Amount: See Website
Due Date: 2024 TBA
Application ContactDownload Applications Here

See the application for scholarship details and deadline requirements.

Nahant Woman’s Club of the North Shore Scholarship Award

Amount: $1,500
Due Date: 2024 TBA
Application Contact: scholarship@nahantwomansclub.org

Application:

One $1,500 award will be made to a member of the Class of 2024 who will be continuing his or her education at an accredited two or four year college. Applicant must be sponsored by a Nahant Woman’s Club member or be a resident of Nahant. The award is based on academic record, financial need, community service and extra-curricular activities.

DOCUMENTS NEEDED TO APPLY:

  1. The student’s letter of application.
  2. High school transcript
  3. Evidence of acceptance into college
  4. Letter/s of recommendation
  5. Articles and/or photos of community service and extra-curricular participation.

ALL MATERIALS ARE DUE BY (TBA)

Please email to: scholarship@nahantwomansclub.org
On the “Subject” line please put your Name and “Nahant Scholarship”

Youth Soccer Scholarship

Amount: $500
Due Date: 2024 TBA
Application Contact: Johnson School; Download Application Here

See application.

Northeast Veterans’ Service Officers Scholarship

For more information, please contact:
Jon Lazar
Veterans Service Officer
(617) 549-8760 / (781) 477-7436 / Fax: (781) 593-0340
veteransserviceofficer@nahant.org

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