The scholarship helps college-bound students of Vincentian heritage who show academic dedication, leadership, community involvement, and cultural identity. Recipients are chosen on achievement, integrity, resilience, need, and service.

• Applications and supporting documents due 11 September 2026
• Selection interviews by 25 September 2026
• Awards presented Sunday 25 October 2026 at the SVG 47th Anniversary of Independence luncheon, Russo’s on the Bay, 162-45 Cross Bay Blvd, Queens, NY 11414
• Selected students must be present to receive the award

• College-bound student of Vincentian heritage
• Graduate or candidate for graduation from an accredited high school
• GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale (official transcripts)
• Proof of acceptance into an accredited college or university
• Typed essay, 300 to 350 words, on the journey toward higher education
• Evidence of financial need
• Proof of extracurricular activity at school or in the community
• Two letters of recommendation: one from school, one from a community member

• OverviewDOCX
• CriteriaPDF
• ApplicationPDF