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A Scholarship That Changed Everything

When Claudia Cellucci looks back on her journey, from a Catholic high school student to a thriving professional in Boston, one thing stands out as a turning point: her scholarship from the Catholic Schools Foundation (CSF).

“CSF really impacted my life,” Claudia shares. “I wanted to reconnect and give back—to share my experiences in hopes of assisting future CSF Scholars.”

Now an Analyst at Boston Benefit Partners, Claudia is using her time and voice to support the next generation of scholars. For her, reconnecting with CSF was a natural next step in a lifelong journey of gratitude and giving back.

Advice to Current Scholars

Claudia’s message to current CSF Scholars is simple but powerful:
“Enjoy the ride. Don’t feel pressure to have your whole future planned out. Lean into your community, make memories, and be present.”

It’s advice rooted in experience, someone who has navigated school, career, and service with both focus and flexibility.

One moment from Claudia’s time as a CSF Scholar continues to shape how she sees the world today.
“I remember speaking at a donor event in Boston while I was still in high school. Sharing my story helped me see how much CSF truly makes a difference for students like me. It was the first time I saw how personal stories can help shape the future of the program.”

That early experience of using her voice to inspire support left a lasting impression and sparked her commitment to stay connected.

After graduating from Archbishop Williams High School in 2015, Claudia attended Siena College in New York, where she majored in Sociology and Pre-Law. As a first-generation college student, education was always a priority in her family, especially for Claudia and her two older brothers.

At Siena, Claudia found her voice through advocacy and community involvement. She joined the Women’s Center, the American Sign Language Club, and Stage III, the campus theater group. Through these experiences, she explored global and social justice issues, deepened her understanding of Deaf culture, and discovered a lasting passion for the arts.

“Theater became a creative and therapeutic outlet for me,” she says. “It helped me realize how important arts education is for students. I hope to continue supporting those programs in the future.”

Claudia Today

Currently, Claudia works as an Analyst at Boston Benefit Partners. Before this role, she gained legal experience working as a receptionist and assistant at Demeo LLP steps on a path that may eventually lead her to law school.

Through every chapter, Claudia remains grounded in gratitude for the support she received from CSF.

“Without that scholarship and the support that came with it, I wouldn’t be where I am today.”

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