Apply now for Community Foundation's scholarships

The Community Foundation of Palm Beach and Martin counties is now accepting scholarship applications. More than $600,000 will be given away to “deserving local high school graduates” for financial assistance in their upcoming college freshman year.
Scholarships range from $1,000 to $25,000, and will be awarded from 84 funds setup by donors of the Community Foundation. Since 1983, the Community Foundation has awarded more than $4.5 million in scholarships to some 1,200 students in Palm Beach and Martin counties.
"Now more than ever, today's students need financial help to further their education," Barbara Bishop Chapin, chairwoman of the Scholarship Committee said.
"We are honored to provide scholarships to students who have overcome obstacles, possess exceptional talents and demonstrate academic excellence. Through the collective power of our Community Foundation, we can help provide a better future for these students and our community."
The deadline for application is 5 p.m. Feb 2. Students can find online applications at www.yourcommunityfoundation.org/scholarships

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David DiPino joined Forum Publishing Group in August 2006. As a reporter for the Delray Forum, David covers community news and writes a dining column twice a month that focuses on restaurants in South Palm Beach County.

He also is one of the writers of the twice-monthly Hometown Downtown column that looks at events, celebrations, and organizations in Delray and Boynton Beach. He freelances for the Sun-Sentinel during high school football and basketball seasons.

David spent 12 years working in the restaurant industry, and did just about every job in the back of the house, including line cook, sous chef, and dessert chef. A Florida native who lives in Jupiter, he studied Multimedia Journalism at Florida Atlantic University, where he obtained a bachelor’s degree. David enjoys playing the guitar, golf, boating and snorkeling during his free time.

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