The Mike Rosenberg Athletic Memorial Scholarship

Written by Ron Stewart

The Citizens Scholarship Foundation (CSF) Dollars for Scholars announces the new Mike Rosenberg Athletic Memorial Scholarship.

Mike passed away on Feb. 24 while covering a playoff basketball game at Bedford High School. He was a passionate reporter for The Bedford Citizen (and the former Bedford Minuteman) for all things concerning the Bedford community.

He was also recognized as an equally passionate reporter for BHS school athletics. With skill and perception, he reported regularly on team sports and individual athletic accomplishments. He announced the high school football games for many years and the press box at the high school has been named in his honor.

This scholarship, formerly called the Bedford Athletic Association Scholarship, is renamed in Mike's honor and will be awarded to BHS athletes who demonstrate good sportsmanship.

Mike, born in Brooklyn, NY, was raised in Rutland, VT and attended the University of Vermont. Throughout his life, he was a true example of Jewish values, embracing the teachings of Torah with love and reverence.
His commitment to family, friends, the Jewish community, and the people of Bedford was unwavering.

He always strove to live a life of integrity and compassion. He worked for 36 years at Maimonides School in Brookline.

Mike spent most of his adult life in Bedford. The entire town quickly became his family.

He served his community in many ways, including on the School Committee, Select Board, and Bedford Embraces Diversity Committee. But he was also very proud of his 45 years associated with Bedford Dollars for Scholars where he served on the Board in many capacities: Publicity, Assistant Treasurer, Selections, and President.

In 1987, Mike began serving continuously as Master of Ceremonies at Scholarship Awards Night. He had a story or interesting tidbit to share about every award. He was an untiring supporter of each and every student receiving a scholarship.

If a student was accepted at his alma mater, the University of Vermont, Mike tossed out a UVM t-shirt with his warmest congratulations.

Donations to the Mike Rosenberg Athletic Memorial Scholarship may be made:

• Online here bedfordma.dollarsforscholars.org. Please note that the donation is for the "Mike Rosenberg Memorial Scholarship" or

• By Check Payable to "CSF of Bedford Dollars for Scholars." Please note "Mike Rosenberg Memorial Scholarship" on the memo line and mail to:
CSF of Bedford Dollars for Scholars
PO Box 585
Bedford, MA 01730

Donations of $50 or more received by Saturday, May 3 will be acknowledged in the annual awards program for scholarship recipients. 

 

 

 

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THANK YOU TO SHANNON DILLON OF CREATIVE IMAGES BOSTON

FOR PHOTOGRAPHS FOR THE 2024 AWARDS RECEPTION

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59TH ANNUAL AWARDS PRESENTATION VIDEO

CSF of Bedford Dollars for Scholars is pleased to share our 59th annual awards presentation via a YouTube video produced by Bedford TV. 

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QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS ABOUT DOLLARS FOR SCHOLARS

1. What is CSF of Bedford Dollars for Scholars?

Citizens Scholarship Foundation (CSF) of Bedford Dollars for Scholars is a volunteer community organization which provides scholarships to deserving high school graduates who plan to continue their education. It is the local chapter of Dollars for Scholars^®, a national program sponsored by Scholarship America. Dollars for Scholars was founded in 1958 by Dr. Irving Fradkin, an optometrist in Fall River, Massachusetts, and Scholarship America was officially chartered under the name "Citizens' Scholarship Foundation of America" on May 15, 1961.  Active since 1965, the Bedford, MA Chapter has awarded over three million dollars in scholarship awards to over 3400 students.

2. Who may apply for CSF Scholarships?

Any senior graduating from Bedford High School or any Bedford, MA or Hanscom Air Force Base resident graduating from another secondary school, completing home-schooling, or completing GED requirements may apply, provided the student will be attending a four-year college, two-year college, or technical or vocational school.

3. What are the sources of funds for CSF of Bedford Dollars for Scholars Scholarship Awards?

A major source of funding is the annual phone-a-thon fund drive organized by CSF of Bedford Dollars for Scholars and conducted by student volunteers. Local merchants, industries and professionals also donate directly to the Chapter's annual awards pool. A significant source of funds is the growing number of local scholarships that have been established to honor, or in memory of, an individual. Many of these are endowments that fund permanent scholarships. Money is also raised through a variety of other community activities, such as Bedford Day, Trivia Night and Flatbread Pizza Fundraisers.

4. Who decides on CSF of Bedford Dollars for Scholars Scholarship recipients?

A broad based selections committee of chapter members including local citizens, teachers, and past and present board members meets in the spring to review CSF of Bedford Dollars for Scholars Scholarship applications.

5. What criteria are used for selection?

The Selection Committee follows the guidelines of the national organization and any specific scholarship requirements. CSF of Bedford Dollars for Scholars grants awards on the basis of merit with the amount determined by need. 

6. Does "merit" mean only top-ranked students need apply?

CSF of Bedford Dollars for Scholars seeks to provide financial aid for and recognition to, as large a range of deserving students as possible. "Merit" includes academic, athletic, civic, and community achievements. In past years, many students have been in a good position to receive an award.