Application deadlines are quickly approaching for over $300,000 in scholarship dollars available through funds managed by the Community Foundation of Greater New Britain (CFGNB).

Scholarships are available to high school senior class students in New Britain, Berlin, Plainville, and Southington, with select scholarships available to students in Farmington, Newington, and Wethersfield. Multiple scholarships are also available to local students already enrolled in their continuing education.

Last year, the Community Foundation awarded 98 scholarships from over 53 separate donor-established funds totaling $324,265. “In 2021 we awarded the largest amount of scholarship dollars in our history,” said Foundation President, David Obedzinski, “and we are on track to break that record in 2022 due to generous donors who have established new scholarships with us or made gifts to their already established funds.”

The majority of deadline applications are due by March 15, and students and their parents are encouraged to act promptly.

Students enrolled in a public high school should consult their guidance counselors who have detailed information on the available scholarships and their deadlines. Students must create an account online and may start their application process immediately.

For more information on CFGNB scholarships, contact Candice Tabone, Program Manager, at ctabone@cfgnb.org. If you are interested in establishing a scholarship with the Foundation you can request our Funds Booklet by calling 860.229.6018.

Established in 1941, the Community Foundation of Greater New Britain is “Where Good Begins” in Berlin, New Britain, Plainville and Southington. The Foundation works to inspire philanthropy, responsibly manage permanent charitable assets, and partner to address key community issues through strategic leadership. For more information, visit www.cfgnb.org.