When Bob Dow died in February 2008, his family established the Bob Dow Scholar-Athlete Scholarship Fund. A scholarship is awarded each year to a graduating Branford high school student who best represents the competitive drive and sportsman-like qualities that Bob valued.
Philip A. DeLise’s family established this fund in 2016 to create a living memorial for their father. Philip A. DeLise started working at Branford High School in 1965, eventually becoming assistant principal in 1970 and ultimately principal from 1990 to 1999. Named the town of Branford’s “Citizen of…
Branford Arts & Cultural Alliance (BACA) established this fund in 2020 to provide two scholarship awards of at least $1,000 for Branford High School students pursuing secondary education who intend to major in the Arts, including Dance, Instrumental Music, Vocal Music, Theatre, Visual Arts, and Creative Writing.
This scholarship fund offers a scholarship to a Branford High School graduating senior who is a scholar-athlete and football player, has overcome personal adversity, shows positive attitude, and maintains a GPA of C+ or higher.