Gerry #5 VFA Scholarships

The Gerry #5 Veteran Firemen’s Association, Inc. offers several scholarships for students who are pursuing higher education. Several are available exclusively to members’ sons and daughters and some are awarded to any member of the graduating class of Marblehead High School. Not all of the scholarships are limited to Marblehead graduates; a few are available to seniors attending any high school. Please read the specific requirements of each scholarship to assure that the applicant qualifies. Each application must be submitted in a separate envelope with the name of the specific scholarship written on the top of the MHS general application form and on the outside of the envelope. If applying for more than one scholarship, please complete an application for each. Successful applicants will be announced during senior award night or will be notified shortly thereafter.

REMINDER: The Gerry #5 VFA, donor of the scholarships, has definite ideas about how the applications must be submitted. Please check to make sure you have complied with the stipulations.

The name of the scholarship must appear on the outside of the envelope.

John Banks Scholarship - Gerry# 5 VFA.pdf

John Banks Scholarship

In memory of one of the Gerry's founding fathers, this award is open to any senior with a parent/guardian or grandparent who is a member of the Gerry #5 and who plans to continue his or her education at an accredited college or university. Recipient will be selected by the Gerry #5 Scholarship Committee.

Apply with the MHS general application form, resume, and cover letter.

Mail to: Gerry #5 VFA, John Banks Scholarship, 210 Beacon Street, Marblehead, MA 01945

DEADLINE: APRIL 9, 2026 @ 11:59 pm

Ronald Champlin Memorial Scholarship Gerry# 5 VFA -.pdf

Ronald and Joan Champlin Memorial Scholarship

This award is made in memory of Ron and Joan Champlin, long-time managers of the Gerry #5 VFA. This award is presented to a son or daughter of a Gerry #5 member desirous of attending an accredited college or university. Recipient will be selected by the Gerry #5 Scholarship Committee.

Apply with the MHS general application form, resume, and cover letter.

Mail to: Gerry #5 VFA, Ronald and Joan Champlin Memorial Scholarship, 210 Beacon Street, Marblehead, MA 01945

DEADLINE: APRIL 9, 2026 @ 11:59 pm

John Stuart - Stu - Curtis Memorial Scholarship - Gerry# 5 VFA -.pdf

John Stuart "Stu" Curtis Memorial Scholarship

This award is given in memory of Stu Curtis, a devoted life member of the Gerry #5 VFA and of the Market Square Association. This award is presented to a member of the graduating class of Marblehead High School who is a son or daughter of a Gerry or Market Square member. Recipient will be selected by the Gerry #5 Scholarship Committee.

Apply with the MHS general application form, resume, and cover letter.

Mail to: Gerry #5 VFA, John Stuart "Stu" Memorial Scholarship, 210 Beacon Street, Marblehead, MA 01945

DEADLINE: APRIL 9, 2026 @ 11:59 pm

Edgar Snow Doliber Memorial Scholarship - Gerry# 5 VFA -.pdf

Edgar Snow Doliber Memorial Scholarship

This award is given in memory of Edgar “Pete” Snow Doliber, the first recognized foreman of the Gerry #5 and the first Marbleheader to die in combat in Vietnam in May 1966. This scholarship is available to Gerry #5 VFA members or their children or stepchildren, with a preference given to veterans or dependents of veterans of the U.S. Armed Forces. Recipient will be selected by the Gerry #5 Scholarship Committee.

Apply with the MHS general application form, resume, and cover letter.

Mail to: Gerry #5 VFA, Edgar Snow Doliber Memorial Scholarship, 210 Beacon Street, Marblehead, MA 01945

DEADLINE: APRIL 6, 2026 @ 11:59 pm

Thomas Hartnett Scholarship - Gerry# 5 VFA.pdf

Thomas Hartnett Scholarship

This award is open to any member of the Marblehead High School graduating class who is a son or daughter of a Gerry member. Recipient will be selected by the Gerry #5 Scholarship Committee.

Apply with the MHS general application form, resume, and cover letter.

Mail to: Gerry #5 VFA, Thomas Hartnett Scholarship, 210 Beacon Street, Marblehead, MA 01945

DEADLINE: APRIL 9, 2026 @ 11:59 pm

Joseph Homan Scholarship - Gerry# 5 VFA.pdf

Joseph Homan Scholarship

This award is given to any student in the top quarter of the graduating class of Marblehead High School who is also the son or daughter of a Gerry member. Recipient will be selected by the Gerry #5 Scholarship Committee.

Apply with the MHS general application form, resume and cover letter.

Mail to: Gerry #5 VFA, Joseph Homan Scholarship, 210 Beacon Street, Marblehead, MA 01945

DEADLINE: APRIL 9, 2026 @ 11:59 pm

John S. Humphrey Jr. Fund Scholarship - Gerry #5 VFA.pdf

John S. Humphrey Jr. Fund Scholarship

This award is presented for the specific benefit of a worthy student desirous of attending an accredited vocational school. The student must be the son or daughter of a Gerry #5 members. Recipient will be selected by the Gerry #5 Scholarship Committee.

Apply with the MHS general application form, resume, and cover letter.

Mail to: Gerry #5 VFA, John S. Humphrey Jr. Fund Scholarship, 210 Beacon Street, Marblehead, MA 01945

DEADLINE: APRIL 9, 2026 @ 11:59 pm

Jody E. LaLonde Memorial Scholarship -Gerry# 5 VFA -.pdf

Jody E. LaLonde Memorial Scholarship

This scholarship honors the memory of Jody E. LaLonde, class of 1969. This award is presented on a needs basis to a Marblehead High School senior and Marblehead resident who best exemplifies the character and interests of Jody LaLonde. The recipient will be chosen based on plans to pursue an education in the medical or related field or in the trades, while acknowledging academic achievements, citizenship and community service. Recipient will be selected by the Gerry #5 Scholarship Committee.

Apply with the MHS general application form, resume, and cover letter.

Mail to: Gerry #5 VFA, Jody LaLonde Memorial Scholarship, 210 Beacon Street, Marblehead, MA 01945

DEADLINE: APRIL 9, 2026 @ 11:59 pm

Matthew Leland Scholarship - Athletic -Gerry# 5 VFA -.pdf

Matthew Leland Scholarship (Athletic)

This award will be made to the son or daughter of a Gerry #5 members graduating from MHS who have been accepted to an accredited college or university. This is an athletic scholarship and will be awarded to a student who participated in sports during his/her high school career. Recipient will be selected by the Gerry #5 Scholarship Committee.

Apply with the MHS general application form, resume, and cover letter.

Mail to: Gerry #5 VFA, Matthew Leland Scholarship, 210 Beacon Street, Marblehead, MA 01945

DEADLINE: APRIL 9, 2026 @ 11:59 pm

Thomas Roche Scholarship - Gerry# 5 VFA -.pdf

Thomas Roche Scholarship

This award is open to a son or daughter of a Gerry member. Recipient will be selected by the Gerry #5 Scholarship Committee.

Apply with the MHS general application form, resume, and cover letter.

Mail to: Gerry #5 VFA, Thomas Roche Scholarship, 210 Beacon Street, Marblehead, MA 01945

DEADLINE: APRIL 9, 2026 @ 11:59 pm

Robert D. Ross Scholarship Application - Gerry #5 VFA.pdf

Robert D. Ross Memorial Scholarship

This scholarship is in memory of Bob Ross, a longtime Gerry #5 members and a well respected Marblehead employee. This award is presented on a financial need-basis to a Marblehead High School senior who best exemplifies the character and interest of Bob Ross, with special emphasis on activities that reflect his willingness to always help others. This scholarship award recipient will be selected by the Gerry #5 Scholarship Committee.

Apply with the MHS general application form, resume, and cover letter.

Mail to: Gerry #5 VFA, Robert D. Ross Memorial Scholarship, 210 Beacon Street, Marblehead, MA 01945

DEADLINE: APRIL 9, 2026 @ 11:59 pm

Richard Tutt Scholarship - Gerry# 5 VFA -.pdf

Richard Tutt Scholarship

This award is made to a son, daughter, stepson or stepdaughter of a member of the Gerry #5 VFA. Recipient will be selected by the Gerry #5 Scholarship Committee.

Apply with the MHS general application form, resume, and cover letter.

Mail to: Gerry #5 VFA, Richard Tutt Scholarship, 210 Beacon Street, Marblehead, MA 01945

DEADLINE: APRIL 9, 2026 @ 11:59 pm

Howard - Wardie - Williams Memorial Scholarship -Gerry# 5 VFA -.pdf

Howard "Wardie" Williams Memorial Scholarship

This award is given in memory of Howard “Wardie” Williams, a past president, vice president and devoted member of the Gerry #5 VFA. This award is presented to a member of the graduating class of Marblehead High School. Recipient will be selected by the Gerry #5 Scholarship Committee.

Apply with the MHS general application form, resume, and cover letter.

Mail to: Gerry #5 VFA, Howard "Wardie" Williams Memorial Scholarship, 210 Beacon Street, Marblehead, MA 01945

DEADLINE: APRIL 9, 2026 @ 11:59 pm

Butler Croteau Family Scholarship Gerry 5 VFA.pdf

Butler Croteau Family Scholarship

This award will be made to the son or daughter, stepson or stepdaughter or grandson or granddaughter of a Gerry #5 members graduating from MHS who have been accepted to an accredited college or university or trade school. Recipient will be selected by the Gerry #5 Scholarship Committee.

Apply with the MHS general application form, resume, and cover letter.

Mail to: Gerry #5 VFA, Butler Croteau Family Scholarship, 210 Beacon Street, Marblehead, MA 01945

DEADLINE: APRIL 9, 2026 @ 11:59 pm

Gerry #5 - Karl Johnson Scholarship Application.pdf

Karl Johnson Scholarship

The Karl Johnson Scholarship Fund is awarded to a student seeking a career in the building trades. Karl Johnson was owner of K. A. Johnson, Builders for 50 years. He specialized in remodeling homes. He served on two town boards: Marblehead Municipal Light Commission and the Marblehead Planning Board.

Apply with the MHS general application form, resume, and cover letter.

Email: Ms. Beth Johnson, Gerry #5 VFW Karl Johnson Scholarship Fund, energywithinstudio@gmail.com

DEADLINE: APRIL 9, 2026 @ 11:59 pm

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