Scholarships
June 12, 2025
TGF Announces $71,400 in Scholarships for 2025 GHS Seniors
The Guilford Foundation (TGF) is excited to share that 34 scholarships and two prizes, totaling $71,400, have been awarded to exceptional seniors from Guilford High School. This financial support will assist these young scholars as they embark on their post-secondary education, whether it’s college or vocational school.
The awards, which range from $600 to $6,550, are made possible through the generous contributions of donor-established funds at TGF.
“It is a tremendous honor to present these awards,” said Executive Director Liza Janssen Petra. “Each scholarship embodies the spirit of community and the belief in the importance of education. Our donors, many of whom memorialize loved ones through these funds, are making a lasting impact on the lives of our students. It is our privilege to empower these young individuals as they pursue their educational aspirations while honoring the legacies of those who made this support possible. Through our endowment model, these scholarships offer opportunities that extend for generations to come.”
TGF collaborates closely with the guidance departments to manage the scholarship process, thoughtfully pairing students with awards based on their fields of study and unique profiles. The 2025 scholarship recipients exemplify the best of Guilford’s future, striking a balance between rigorous academic pursuits and extracurricular activities, including after-school jobs, volunteer work, athletic commitments, and participation in the arts.
The 2025 Guilford High School scholarship and prize recipients include:
| Al and Gene Bishop Fund for Vocational and Industrial Arts Scholarship | Giada Mezzanotte |
| B. Joan & Dennis F. Hickey Scholarship Fund | Madelyn White |
| Barbara Nugent Scholarship Fund | Molly Ann Prior |
| Carl A. Balestracci Jr. Humanitarian Scholarship | Agnes Batters, Logan Murphy |
| Elisabeth Adams Scholarship | Luca Scafidi, Ava Seseske |
| Elizabeth M. “Lizzie” Schwanfelder Scholarship | Lily Sullivan |
| Guilford Youth Mentoring Scholarship Fund | Benjamin Libby, Michael Maler |
| Guilford Fund for Education | Samuel Beres, Laila Toscano-Popick |
| GSB Charitable Fund Scholarships | Sasha Armster, Kate Footit |
| The Jaffe Scholarship Fund | Johnson Dong |
| Jake Penman Memorial Scholarship | Maxwell Freeman |
| James P. Scialabba Scholarship Fund | Amy Shi |
| Jesse. E. Whittemore Jr. Scholarship Fund | Emir Metjahic, Addison Weed |
| The Karen and Terry Bergantino | Rachel Dong, Quintin Tansey |
| Kyle E. Smith Memorial Scholarship | Jack Gardner |
| Maureen Cyr Caruso Scholarship Fund | Eva Tortora |
| Ralph Schipani Memorial Scholarship | Adam Copeland, Sophie Creamer |
| Richard W. Brooks Memorial Fund | Corina Lowry |
| The Richard Hersh and Judith Meyers Scholarship Fund | Jack Gardner, Eva Tortora |
| Stephen Looney Scholarship | Tea Gambardella, Daniel Perez Betancur |
| Stuart D. Burt Scholarship | Alexandra Goetz |
Guilford Institute Prizes
- Elizabeth Leete Award: Amy Shi
- Helen Bergstresser Award: Patrick McGrath
“Each scholarship honors the unique passions and goals of those named in the fund. Connecting our generous donors with these impressive graduating seniors is a joy,” stated Janssen Petra. “The best part is the recognition ceremony, where we tell the stories behind each scholarship, while highlighting the achievements of the talented students who earned the award. It’s truly an uplifting and inspiring night for all.”
The Guilford Foundation extends its heartfelt congratulations to these outstanding scholars as they prepare to take the next step in their educational journeys.
Information about TGF scholarship funds can be found on the Grants page of our website.
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