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The Central Connecticut Celtic Cultural Committee
Celtic Scholars Scholarship Program

The Central Connecticut Celtic Cultural Committee (C.C.C.C.C) has been formed for the purpose of fostering, promoting and celebrating the cultural and historical contributions of Irish and Irish American individuals and groups in Central Connecticut. In addition to sponsoring the Greater Hartford’s Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade, the C.C.C.C.C also sponsors the Celtic Scholars Program. This Scholarship Program recognizes the personal and educational achievements of young Irish and Irish American persons, as well as their contributions to their community and their interest in promoting the culture of their heritage.

Two (2) individuals will be identified as Celtic Scholars and each will receive a $1,500.00 cash scholarship, as well as an Aran sweater. Award recipients will be notified January 30, 2024, via email.

The requirements for Scholarship Award consideration are as follows:
* Connecticut resident
* 17-22 years of age (high school senior or college undergraduate)
* Of Irish descent
* Availability to attend the Parade Mass on Friday, March 8th 2024, at 7:00 P.M.
* Availability to participate in the Greater Hartford St. Patrick’s Day Parade on Saturday, March 9th 2024, at 11:00 A.M.

The completed application, two essays that address the questions (see application), and two completed recommendation forms must be postmarked or e-mailed by January 4th, 2024, and submitted to:

Margaret Moriarty,
Scholarship Chair, CCCCC
8 Danforth Lane
Rocky Hill, CT 06067
Email: Margaret Moriarty
(860) 978-0201

Please click here to download the Application.