According to those who knew him, Stephen (Steve) Schmidt was a friend to all. Kind, patient, and infectiously passionate, he always evoked smiles from those around him. After his sudden death in September 2014, his long-time friends, family, and colleagues looked for a way to...

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When Dairylea Cooperative Inc.’s board president, Clyde Rutherford, completed his service, the company’s board of directors established this fund as a lasting tribute to his selfless service and dedication. This annual scholarship recognizes outstanding youth who exemplify a cooperative spirit, leadership and commitment to their...

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Mary-Jo Tout Rosenblatt, a graduate of the Jamesville-DeWitt High School Class of 1983, was a caring and compassionate person whose grace and humor touched all who knew her. In 2006, this fund was established in her honor by her many friends and devoted family. It...

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This scholarship is awarded to a graduating Pulaski High School senior who has an interest in business and will be attending college to study that field. To apply for this scholarship, please contact the Pulaski Academy & Central Schools.

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This fund was established by friends of Barbara Pfefferle at the occasion of her retirement from Bishop Grimes Junior/Senior High School. Barbara worked as a teacher and basketball coach at the school for nearly 50 years before she retired in 2015 at the age of...

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To honor her lifelong engagement with the Westhill School District, first as a student and then as a music teacher for 32 years, Joan Nowicki established this fund to support students who have shown exceptional talent and commitment in music. This fund awards an annual...

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The richness of Marshall A. Nelson’s life is reflected by what he has given to others. He was an early crusader for civil rights. His bold and persistent efforts have benefited an untold number of women and minorities, helping them to gain access to corporate...

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Joel Namy, a graduate of Cazenovia High School, was a Class of 2009 cadet at the United States Military Academy at West Point when he passed away. He persevered to succeed in everything that he did and embraced life in a way that positively affected...

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Kevin’s parents established this fund in memory of their son, a gifted photographer, whose untimely death occurred in 1994. It provides an annual scholarship for a student to attend the Maine Photographic Institute and scholarships for the School Press Institute presented by Syracuse University’s S.I....

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Following Bruce McCormick’s accidental death in 1974, his family decided the best type of memorial would be related to music, a field in which Bruce was particularly interested. Since 1975, the McCormick Fund has made scholarships available to Fayetteville-Manlius High School seniors with exceptional musical...

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