The Italian American Society (IAS) of Marco Island Inc. is a nonprofit organization incorporated under the laws of the State of Florida. The purpose of this Society shall be to promote, indulge and foster appreciation in the elegance of Italian Art, Literature, Cuisine and Culture. The Society, whenever possible, shall provide education scholarships, aid to charities and persons of its choice, support civic and community projects and encourage its members and guests to have fun and enjoyment by participating in a variety of Society sponsored activities.
The IAS of Marco Island is once again offering two scholarships in the amount of $1,000
Dr. Charles J. Pineno. Scholarship
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IAS Graduate Scholarship
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Dear Members:
The IAS of Marco Island is once again offering two scholarships in the amount of $1,000. each to relatives of IAS members in good standing. There is the Dr. Charles J. Pineno Memorial Scholarship for a graduating high school student who will be attending a college or university in 2023-24. This scholarship is available due to the generosity of the late Dr. Charles J. Pineno. "Charlie" was a beloved member of the IAS of Marco Island. He was a life long educator and advocate for continuing education past high school. The second scholarship is funded by IAS of Marco Island for a student who has completed undergraduate studies and is moving on to a Graduate program of study in 2023-24. Both applications will be available on the IAS website starting Wednesday, Feb. 8. Please inform your eligible relatives (grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, etc.) of this opportunity and encourage them to apply. A copy of each scholarship application is attached for your information. Please feel free to forward it to your eligible relatives.
I thank our Scholarship Committee, Fred Adani, Gene D'Onofrio, Dolores Fernandez, and Chairperson Dorrie Madonna, for their many hours of work and a great job on the preparation of the applications.
Good luck to all who apply.
Sincerely,
Barbara DeRosa, President
IAS of Marco Island