C. Henry Ozga Memorial Scholarship Fund accepting applications through March 11

Chester “Chet” Henry Ozga was born and raised in Terryville and graduated from Terryville High School; he lived his life quietly but had a giving heart. One way he chose to give back to his community is one of the simplest yet one of the most important – he left a bequest in his will to Main Street Community Foundation.

Upon his death in 2020 at the age of 76, Chet left the remainder of his estate to establish the C. Henry Ozga Memorial Scholarship Fund. This scholarship, in the amount of $3,000, will be awarded for the first time in 2022 to a graduating senior of Terryville High School who has financial need.

But Chet wanted to do more - he wanted to support students throughout the entirety of their education. He understood that it is often harder to find scholarships after the first year of college, and that if a student finishes their second year of college they are more likely to complete their degree. And so the scholarship will be awarded for one year with the possibility of renewal for up to four years.

Applications are being accepted through March 11, 2022. To view all eligibility criteria and requirements, and to apply for the scholarship, visit the Apply for a Scholarship page.

For more information and questions on applying for this and other scholarships, contact Samantha Rajotte, Scholarship & Program Officer, at Main Street Community Foundation, at 860.583.6363 or samantha@mainstreetfoundation.org.

Anyone interested in making a contribution to the C. Henry Ozga Memorial Scholarship Fund may do so at any time by donating online or by sending donations to Main Street Community Foundation, P.O. Box 2702, Bristol, CT 06010.