Community Foundation of Orange and Sullivan to Award $500K in Scholarships

Community Foundation of Orange and Sullivan to Award $500K in Scholarships
Students are encouraged to apply for available scholarships by the April 14 deadline

MONTGOMERY, NY (February 26, 2025) – The Community Foundation of Orange and Sullivan (CFOS) is pleased to announce that a total of 175 scholarships worth nearly $500 thousand will be awarded from its component funds this spring. High school seniors and adults returning to college are encouraged to apply.

Applications are now open and can be submitted online at cfosny.org until April 14. Upon completing a single application, applicants will receive notifications detailing the specific scholarships they qualify for, along with any additional application requirements. This streamlined process ensures applicants are matched with the most relevant opportunities based on their circumstances and goals.

“Thanks to the unwavering support of our amazing donors, the Foundation continues to provide a diverse array of scholarships each year, profoundly impacting the lives of local students and their families,” said Community Foundation of Orange and Sullivan President and CEO Elizabeth Rowley. “As the expenses associated with higher education continue to rise, we are honored to stand behind deserving students, empowering them to pursue their aspirations for higher education, vocational training, and enrichment.” 

This year, there are several scholarships available for students pursuing the trades, including the Joshua David Glantz Trade School Scholarship for Eldred Central School graduates and the Haddon C. Pantel Memorial Scholarship for Fallsburg Senior High School graduates.

For more information or to apply for scholarships through the Community Foundation of Orange and Sullivan, visit cfosny.org or contact Lisa Mitchell, CFOS Programs and Donor Services Coordinator, at 845-769-9393.

About the Community Foundation of Orange and Sullivan (CFOS): Based in Montgomery, NY, the Community Foundation of Orange and Sullivan connects people who care with causes that matter. Established in 1999, the Foundation helps philanthropic individuals, businesses and organizations establish charitable funds that will award grants and scholarships, for good, forever. The Foundation has significantly increased the region’s charitable capital and has empowered donors to make a profound difference in the quality of life in our region. Since its inception, CFOS, with its donors and fund representatives, has awarded more than $25 million in grants and scholarships. The Community Foundation of Orange and Sullivan currently administers 400 active charitable funds that represent $50 million in assets to support animal welfare, arts and culture, education, the environment, health and human services, recreation, and youth. To learn more, visit cfosny.org.

Photo caption: The Haddon C. Pantel Memorial Scholarship will be awarded to a Fallsburg Senior High School graduating senior pursuing a trade or vocational degree.