ConnexCares Scholarship Program
Connex Scholarship Criteria
These $2,000 scholarships are available to any student with a GPA of 3.0 or higher. Eligible candidates include high school seniors planning to attend college or trade school, as well as those already enrolled full-time in an accredited two-year or four-year undergraduate program or vocational/trade school for the Fall 2025 semester. To qualify, either the student or a direct family member (parent, grandparent, sibling, aunt, uncle) must be a Connex member in good standing as of December 31, 2024. Applicants can apply to only one scholarship.
2025 applications Coming Soon!
15 ConnexCares Scholarships & Criteria
John R. Edwards Community Involvement Scholarship
Applicants must show a strong commitment to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion while driving positive change in their communities. The scholarship recognizes leaders passionate about collaboration and societal betterment.
Arthur B. Haesche -Business Scholarship
Applicants must pursue a degree or career in business, finance, trade, or related fields, demonstrating strong academics, entrepreneurial spirit, and dedication. This scholarship supports individuals excelling in business, innovation, or skilled trades.
Nicolas G. Hackett Memorial Academic Scholarship
Applicants must demonstrate an outstanding academic record as well as a commitment to the pursuit of intellectual growth but also demonstrate intellectual curiosity and a genuine passion for learning.
Dave F. Clark Arts & Music Scholarship
Applicants must present a strong portfolio or evidence of artistic achievements in visual arts, performing arts, or music, highlighting their passion and talent. This scholarship honors outstanding artistic potential.
5 Merit Scholarships - Towns of New Haven, West Haven, Hamden
This ConnexCares Merit Scholarship is open to students from the towns of New Haven, West Haven, and Hamden with exceptional academic achievement and dedication to their studies. This scholarship recognizes well-rounded individuals with strong potential and a commitment to personal and academic growth.
6 Merit Scholarships - Towns in Hartford, Middlesex, New Haven, and Fairfield County
This ConnexCares Merit Scholarship is open to students from New Haven, Fairfield, Middlesex, and Hartford Counties (excluding New Haven, West Haven, and Hamden). Applicants must demonstrate academic excellence, dedication to their studies, and a commitment to personal and academic growth.
Meet our past recipients
2024 Recipients
2024 ConnexCares Scholarship Recipients
John R. Edwards Community Involvement Scholarship Recipients
Noah Barhhart
Logan Cahill
Authur B. Haesche Business Scholarship Recipients
Scott Heinrich
Joseph Seaman
Nicolas G. Hackett Memorial Academic Scholarship Recipients
Olivia Carroll
Angie Manigat
Dave F. Clark Arts & Music Scholarship Recipients
Virginia Grabovsky
Ashlynn Topper
Athletic Scholarship Recipient
River Eberhardt
STEM Scholarship Recipient
Riyad Lahnin
Trade Scholarship Recipients
Reilly Miller
Jawon Parker
Public Service Scholarship Recipients
Jason Collins
Dempsey Watford
Diversity and Inclusion Scholarship Recipient
Sarina Kapoor
2023 Recipients
2023 Dave F. Clark Arts & Music Scholarship Recipient
Grace Wentland
2023 John R. Edwards Community Involvement Scholarship Recipient
Kaileigh Tarantino
2023 Nicolas G. Hackett Memorial Scholarship Recipient
Beth Christensen
2023 Arthur B. Haesche Memorial Scholarship Recipient
Olivia Tripp
2022 Recipients
2022 Dave F. Clark Arts & Music Scholarship Recipient
Natalie Bryan
2022 John R. Edwards Community Involvement Scholarship Recipient
Nicholas Ribeiro
2022 Nicolas G. Hackett Memorial Scholarship Recipient
Lindsay Meade
2022 Arthur B. Haesche Memorial Scholarship Recipient
Jathaved Pasham
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