Girls Inc. of the Berkshires Announces Scholarship Winners

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PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The Gladys Allen Brigham Community Center, home of Girls Inc. of the Berkshires, will honor its scholarship recipients at the annual Ruth P. Boraski Celebration Evening to be held at the Colonial Theatre on Thursday, May 7.

The organization also will be honoring Ellen Kennedy, president of Berkshire Community College, with the She Knows Where She's Going Award. Presented annually since 1990, the award recognizes strong, smart and bold Berkshire County women leaders who exemplify the vision and values of Girls Inc.

This year, the Brigham Center is awarding $10,000 in scholarships, which represents the greatest amount of scholarship funds to be awarded in the event's 25-year history.

These scholarships are based on financial need and demonstrated involvement in community service. Scholarships are generously underwritten by: Ruth P. Boraski Fund for Girls Inc. of the Berkshires, Berkshire Community College Foundation, Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts (MCLA), Rotary Club of Pittsfield and Zonta Club of Berkshire County.

Tickets to this year's Ruth P. Boraski Celebration Evening may be purchased by calling 413-442-5174, Ext. 12.
 

Ruth P. Boraski Fund Scholarships

* Lucy Barrett, Mt. Greylock Regional High School

* Katherine Davis, Mt. Greylock Regional High School

* Nar Lin, Taconic High School


* Catherine Marceau, Drury High School

* Shelby Provencher, Taconic High School

* Viola Sharron, Taconic High School

 

Berkshire Community College Foundation Scholarship

* Jessica Bilotta, Taconic High School

 

Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts Scholarship

* Mollie DiNicola, Pittsfield High School

 

Rotary Club of Pittsfield Scholarship

* Clarissa Mitchell, St. Joseph High School

 

Zonta Club of Berkshire County Scholarship

* Jamie Downer, Wahconah Regional High School

 
 

 

 


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