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2025 GO & Inspiration Scholar Breakfast
October 17th, 2025
Last Thursday, the Catholic Schools Foundation (CSF) hosted its annual GO & Inspiration Scholar Breakfast, celebrating students whose dedication and potential embody the mission of Catholic education. The Guaranteeing Opportunities (GO) Program and the Inspiration Scholarship Program provide need- and merit-based tuition assistance to high-achieving Catholic school students across the Archdiocese of Boston. Joined by donors, board members, and school leaders, scholars from more than a dozen Catholic high schools shared their gratitude for the opportunities these scholarships provide. Catherine Egan, a senior at Fontbonne, reflected on how being an Inspiration Scholar strengthened her faith, confidence, and academic ambitions—reminding everyone in attendance of the lasting impact of generosity, faith, and community support.
Corporate Trivia Challenge 2025
October 17th, 2025
Corporate Trivia Challenge 2025: Trivia Challenge Triumph and 10 New Scholarships Funded! The 2025 Corporate Trivia Challenge was an incredible success! Thanks to our generous sponsors, players, and supporters, we are funding 10 additional scholarships for students in need. This achievement will ...
Alumni Spotlight: Colleene Kabaria CSF Scholar and Posse Leader Reflects on Her Senior Year at Rutgers
October 15th, 2025
In this Alumni Spotlight, we reconnect with Colleene Kabaria, a 2022 Central Catholic High School graduate and Catholic Schools Foundation (CSF) Scholar, as she prepares to graduate from Rutgers University. From changing her major to Human Resource Management to studying abroad in Thessaloniki, Greece, Colleene’s college journey reflects her curiosity, creativity, and courage to explore new paths. As a Posse Scholar and campus leader, she has found her passion for empowering others through HR—especially within the fashion industry she loves. With deep gratitude for the support of CSF and Posse, Colleene looks ahead to a bright future, proving that when determination meets opportunity, anything is possible.
Partnership in Action: CSF Visits Saint Francis Xavier Middle School
October 8th, 2025
On Tuesday, the Catholic Schools Foundation (CSF) staff visited Saint Francis Xavier Middle School in Weymouth to experience the vibrant learning environment supported by CSF scholarships. From music-filled hallways and creative science projects to the innovative Voyager Learning Center and rigorous High School Prep Program, Saint Francis Xavier is committed to ensuring every student succeeds. With 39 current CSF Scholars, the school exemplifies how donor support directly impacts student growth, opportunity, and achievement across the South Shore.
Alumni Spotlight: Manu Kazadi NDCR ’14 now at Tufts University School of Dental Medicine
October 1st, 2025
Bright Smiles, Bright Futures: Manu Kazadi ’14 Gives Back For Manu Kazadi, NDCR Class of 2014, the theme “Scholars Today, Leaders Tomorrow” is more than words — it’s the story he’s living. Manu’s undergraduate degree is from Framingham State University, while his master’s degree i...
Alumni Spotlight: Tyler Louis - Saint Joseph Preparatory class of 2019, Bentley University class of 2023
October 1st, 2025
Supported by a Catholic Schools Foundation scholarship, Ciara Pimentel ’24 attended Notre Dame Cristo Rey and is now a sophomore at Boston College on the Pre-Med track. With aspirations of becoming a pediatric doctor, Ciara continues to live out the values instilled through her CSF education—embracing leadership, service, and a commitment to uplifting her community. Her story is a powerful reminder of the lasting impact of a CSF scholarship.
A Grand Opening Made Possible by You
September 19th, 2025
Supported by a Catholic Schools Foundation scholarship, Ciara Pimentel ’24 attended Notre Dame Cristo Rey and is now a sophomore at Boston College on the Pre-Med track. With aspirations of becoming a pediatric doctor, Ciara continues to live out the values instilled through her CSF education—embracing leadership, service, and a commitment to uplifting her community. Her story is a powerful reminder of the lasting impact of a CSF scholarship.
Alumni Spotlight: Ciara Pimentel '24
July 31st, 2025
Supported by a Catholic Schools Foundation scholarship, Ciara Pimentel ’24 attended Notre Dame Cristo Rey and is now a sophomore at Boston College on the Pre-Med track. With aspirations of becoming a pediatric doctor, Ciara continues to live out the values instilled through her CSF education—embracing leadership, service, and a commitment to uplifting her community. Her story is a powerful reminder of the lasting impact of a CSF scholarship.
Alumni Spotlight: Claudia Cellucci
July 31st, 2025
In this alumni spotlight, Claudia Cellucci reflects on how a CSF scholarship transformed her life from her time at Archbishop Williams High School to her current role as an Analyst in Boston. Claudia shares advice for current scholars, powerful memories from her journey, and why she’s giving back to support future students. Her story is a testament to the lasting impact of access to Catholic education.
CSF Scholar Natalie Rodriguez'25 Graduates as Salutatorian of Notre Dame Cristo Rey High School
June 10th, 2025
This June, CSF Senior Scholar Natalie Rodriguez graduated from Notre Dame Cristo Rey High School as a proud member of the Class of 2025. During the commencement ceremony, Natalie delivered a heartfelt and powerful speech that celebrated perseverance, community, and the journey that brought each student to graduation day.
