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John J. Csizmar Memorial Scholarship

Award Amount
$3,500
Award Amount
Application deadline
April 30, 2025
Application deadline
Awarded By:

Community Foundations of the Hudson Valley

Number of Awards & Eligibility: Two awards offered annually. One award will be provided to a male applicant, and one will be provided to a female applicant.
In order to qualify, students must meet the following criteria:
  1. This award is for U.S. students.
  2. Must be a high school senior at the time of application.
  3. Must attend Poughkeepsie High School in Poughkeepsie, New York.
  4. Must demonstrate academic achievement.
  5. Must be a U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident.

In order to qualify, students must meet the following criteria:

Description: This award is available for current high school seniors graduating from Poughkeepsie High School in Poughkeepsie, New York. Applicants must demonstrate academic achievement and a history of participation in sports or other community activities.

Application requirements for the John J. Csizmar Memorial Scholarship are:

  • Application form
  • Student Aid Report
  • Essay
  • Recommendation letter
  • Official Transcript
Additional Information: Established by John Csizmar, scholarships will be awarded to one graduating male senior and one graduating female senior from Poughkeepsie High School who have achieved a strong academic record, and have participated in high school sports or and/or community service projects.

Award Amount: $3,500 annually, non-renewable.  The total dollars awarded for this scholarship is $3,500.

About Community Foundations of the Hudson Valley:
Contact Information: Nevill Smythe ,Vice President, Programs
Address: 80 Washington St. Suite 201 Poughkeepsie, New York 12601

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