Scholarship Opportunities
Sterling Community Center is proud to offer the following scholarships to our graduating seniors who plan to continue their education. Information and applications are listed below. For additional information please contact tgockley@sterlingcc.org or your school guidance office.
Applications are now open for 2025 graduates.
Submission deadline is May 1, 2025.
Patricia Grom Memorial Scholarship Fund
In memory of Patricia Grom - wife, mother, grandmother and a vibrant member of the Stratford community. Applicants must be graduating seniors who are pursuing secondary education at a two- or four-year college, university, or trade school and who have been active in community service.
$2,500
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In memory of Patricia Grom - wife, mother, grandmother and a vibrant member to the Stratford community. Pat raised her five children in a home that mirrored the welcoming mission of Sterling House. She encouraged her children to pursue their interests by enrolling them in the many classes, sports and activities that Sterling House offered. She created a home that was the heart of their neighborhood, arranging holiday parties, backyard barbecues and inviting young and old to enjoy her warm hospitality. Pat loved reading three newspapers a day, tackling a daily crossword puzzle and reading the current best sellers from the Stratford Library. She was an amazing woman who will be greatly missed by her family, friends and everyone she met.
This scholarship celebrates a life well lived.
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
Applicants must be graduating seniors who are pursuing secondary education at a two- or four-year college, university, or trade school. In addition, applicants:
Must be a past Sterling House program participant or volunteer.
Must be a contributing member of the Stratford community who embodies the spirit of volunteerism and service.
Must be a dedicated student who engages positively with their community and has the confidence and courage to do what is right.
Candidates of all races, creeds, gender, national origin, or socio-economic status are encouraged to apply.
George W. Grom Scholarship Fund
This George W. Grom scholarship is in honor of a man with many interests including oil painting and music. He was an active member of the Connecticut Symphony Orchestra, making an appearance at Carnegie Hall. This scholarship will be given to someone who wishes to pursue a college degree in the arts.
$2,500
The Maureen Doherty Memorial Scholarship Fund
The Maureen Doherty Memorial Scholarship Fund was established by the Doherty family to sustain the memory and impact of Maureen’s life and to promote the educational pursuits of young women focused on collegiate degrees in Business.
The scholarship is awarded to a graduating female high school student who resides in the Town of Stratford. Candidates must exhibit a commitment to volunteerism and plan to pursue a major in Business.
$550
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Maureen Doherty graduated from Bunnell High School in 1973, were she was selected as "Miss Future Business Leader of Connecticut." She was an insurance agent for Scott Insurance Company of Stratford for 50 years. Mrs. Doherty dedicated herself to fostering a strong community by placing a high value on volunteerism, finding time in addition to being a devoted wife, mother, and career woman. She committed many philanthropic hours serving on the PTA as president, Perry House Board of Directors, Sterling House Board of Trustees, and the Sterling Classic Golf Tournament Planning Committee.
The Knepler Memorial Scholarship Fund
The Knepler Memorial Scholarship Fund was established by the Knepler family to honor their ongoing leadership and dedication to the mission of Sterling Community Center; also in memory of Howard J. Knepler, the 2nd generation involved in the well-being of local teens as a driving instructor at the school bearing their name. The scholarship is awarded to one Bunnell and one Stratford High student, who has been involved in Sterling Athletics programs.
$250
Weissauer Scholarship Fund
The Weissauer Scholarship was established in honor of William Weissauer, a founding member and longtime coach of our Sterling Lacrosse program. It is open to two students of Stratford High School who have played with Storm Lacrosse and have volunteered in the Stratford community. These individuals should have been good teammates and showed great sportsmanship. Applicants must be in good academic standing.
$250
2024 Recipients
