scholarship fund
After awarding nearly $38,000 over two years to college-bound students through a scholarship fund at 808-812 Memorial Drive, HRI has expanded this program to include residents from all of its properties.
Scholarship applicants are eligible to receive assistance for the full term of their education at a two- or four-year accredited, degree-awarding institution. Priority will be given to students entering their first year of school. Graduate students are not eligible.
Applications are due in May with awards announced in June. The eligibility requirements are as follows:
- Must reside in a rent-assisted apartment owned by HRI/CNAHS.
- Must be attending or have received admittance to a two- or four- year accredited, degree-awarding institution of higher education.
- Demonstrated financial need.
- Demonstrated academic promise and achievement.
- Demonstrated community service and community involvement.
- An interview may be required.
Application Submission Documents:
- Completed application form (If you live at 808-812 Memorial Drive, please use the Memorial Drive Scholarship Fund application)
- Transcript of grades from high school or college
- Proof of acceptance (acceptance letter/verification of enrollment)
- Letter of recommendation from a teacher
- Copy of financial aid award letter from college
For more information, please contact Hilary Smith-Gage at (617) 868-4858 x210. Residents of 808-812 Memorial Drive should contact the 808–812 Memorial Drive Management Office at (617) 868-0808.
*If you are enrolled in a Vocational or Certificate program, apply for the HRI Vocational Scholarship. Learn more here (or here if you live at 808-812 Memorial Drive)!