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Celebrating Harrison Scholarship Recipient Briana Li ’26
June 18th, 2026
Briana, a Harrison Scholarship recipient and Ursuline Academy graduate, as she heads to Northeastern University to major in finance on a pre-law track. Supported by the Catholic Schools Foundation, Briana excelled academically through a rigorous AP curriculum while staying connected to her heritage. Driven by gratitude and a deep sense of purpose, she aspires to attend law school and use her voice as a legal advocate to "invest in goodness" for future generations.
Celebrating Harrison Scholarship Recipient Aaliyah Veloz ’26
June 17th, 2026
Driven by faith, discipline, and a passion for scientific discovery, Central Catholic senior and CSF scholarship recipient Aaliyah Veloz ’26 has achieved extraordinary success. Graduating with a 4.8 GPA and 11 AP courses under her belt, Aaliyah also conducted original genetic research at the Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard. This fall, she takes her leadership and talents to Dartmouth College to major in neuroscience and biomedical engineering. Read her inspiring story of gratitude and grit.
From Gala Stage to Valedictorian: How Your Support Fueled Jada's Journey to Princeton
June 17th, 2026
From our Gala stage to the Ivy League! Many of our supporters remember Jada as the inspiring student speaker from our recent Building Minds Scholarship Fund Gala. Today, we are proud to share that Jada has officially graduated as the Class of 2026 Valedictorian of Cristo Rey Boston High School. Read the full text of her powerful graduation address at St. Teresa of Calcutta Church, see how your donations turned her family’s sacrifices into a journey to Princeton University, and learn how you can support our future scholars.
Celebrating the CSF Class of 2026: 100% Graduation, Exceptional Scholarship Success, and Next Steps
June 9th, 2026
Discover how donor support empowered the CSF Class of 2026 to achieve a 100% graduation rate. Thanks to community investments in academic support, mentorship, and college counseling, 195 CSF Scholars secured $2,683,372 in college scholarships.
Bright Futures in Bloom: Spring Visits to Partner Schools
June 3rd, 2026
During our recent spring school visits, we observed hands-on STEM projects and saw eighth-grade scholars successfully transitioning to top-tier high schools. A major highlight of these visits was the opportunity to personally congratulate our exceptional Peter Lynch Scholars, GO Scholars, and Inspiration Scholars for their outstanding achievements.CSF Alum Spotlight: From Brockton to the Classroom: How Scholarship Support Helped Jamil Davis Beat the Odds
May 12th, 2026
Supported by a timely CSF scholarship, Jamil Davis transformed from a student in Brockton into a Fulbright scholar and educator, breaking through financial barriers to thrive at BC High and the College of the Holy Cross. Now teaching at his alma mater, his "full-circle" story demonstrates the long-term, transformative impact of donor investment in student success.
May 11th is Peter Lynch Day!
May 11th, 2026
Celebrating Peter Lynch Day on May 11th, honors the legacy of the Peter Lynch Scholars program within the Catholic Schools Foundation. It highlights the annual selection of high-achieving 8th-grade students who demonstrate exceptional work ethic and financial need, awarding each a $1,000 scholarship toward a Catholic high school education.
This Mother’s Day, Help More Families Like Duber’s Thrive
May 6th, 2026
This Mother’s Day, we highlight the inspiring journey of Duber Gutierrez, a mother of three and a cornerstone of the East Boston Central Catholic School admissions team. For over 12 years, Duber has served as a vital bridge for Spanish-speaking families, turning her own need for accessible communication into a professional calling. Her story is a testament to how the Catholic Schools Foundation (CSF) empowers families to turn educational dreams into reality through scholarship support and community strength.
CSF Alum Spotlight: From Cambridge to Community Builder: Lubens Benjamin’s Story of Leadership, Service, and the Power of Opportunity
May 5th, 2026
From Cambridge to New York City, Lubens Benjamin’s journey is a testament to the power of Catholic education and community support. Discover how a CSF scholarship provided the stability for Lubens to evolve from a dedicated student into a transformative leader and non-profit founder committed to "paying it forward" for the next generation.
Full Circle at the Gala: How Alumna Tatiyana Orrego Went from Student Speaker to Passing the Torch
April 30th, 2026
Powerful full-circle moment at the Catholic Schools Foundation (CSF) Annual Gala featuring alumna Tatiyana. Just one year after serving as the Gala's student speaker, Tatiyana returns to the stage as a freshman at Boston College to express her gratitude to CSF donors.
