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Applications

***** PLEASE READ ALL NOTES BELOW CAREFULLY. *****

See below for college freshman, Next Step Education Program students, and the Evergreen STEM Scholarship for St. Lawrence County high school juniors. All other available applications may be found on our “Scholarships Available” page.

Next Step Education Program Application — Students from Jefferson, Lewis, or St. Lawrence counties who are applying for admission in any year of study to a two- or four-year college or vocational, technical, or trade school, either full or part time. — Applications Accepted Throughout the Year on a Rolling Basis

All SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES for the high school Class of 2026 are now CLOSED. Students who have applied for open opportunities may access the scholarship portal here to complete all required follow-ups.  Meanwhile, we encourage you to explore our website to learn more about our scholarship opportunities and see the impact of these awards.

The online Universal Application is now CLOSED for the Community Foundation’s Freshman Scholarship for for high school seniors in Jefferson, Lewis, and St. Lawrence counties continuing their education after high school in academic year 2026-2027.

Evergreen STEM Scholarship — This opportunity is open to all current high school juniors (Class of 2027) who live in St. Lawrence County and attend a high school in the county. It is awarded to students who plan to study and work in the Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics fields. The Evergreen STEM Scholarship is a $3,000 award for the first year of undergraduate study. Scholarship award decisions will be made in the summer 2026. Scholarship award checks are not presented until summer 2027 as students head to college. — Application now CLOSED.

Brittany Walroth Memorial Scholarship — Download a paper application here. — Application now CLOSED.

George C. Boldt Scholarship — Application now CLOSED.

JP North Country Music Scholarship — Jefferson, Lewis, and St. Lawrence county students in the Class of 2026 who plan to pursue studies in music are encouraged to apply. — Application now CLOSED.

North Side Legacy Fund Scholarship — Awarded annually to high school seniors who are City of Watertown residents, as well as students with family ties to the former North Side Improvement League, and who plan first-time enrollment this fall as full-time undergraduate freshman students. Students who plan to attend post-secondary technical, trade or vocational school are also eligible and encouraged to apply. — Application now CLOSED.

Instructions

Completely read all materials and understand what is available, the criteria, and expectations. Your online application is not final until after you have clicked SUBMIT. Applications MUST be submitted by the deadline for consideration.

Need help?

Call, 315-782-7110, or e-mail Gwyn Monnat, director of scholarships and programs, gwyn@nnycf.org.

Northern New York Community Foundation

131 Washington Street
Watertown, NY 13601

Phone: 315-782-7110
Fax: 315-782-0047

info@nnycf.org

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Congratulations to Roman L. Peebles, the Class of 2026 recipient of the Northern New York Community Foundation Chef Dennis J. Laemmermann Culinary Arts Scholarship. 

Roman graduated in June from Sackets Harbor Central School. He also completed the culinary arts program at Jeff-Lewis BOCES. Roman will begin his freshman year at The Culinary Institute of America this fall where he will study culinary arts. 

He aspires to work at a Michelin Star restaurant in Chicago, New York City, or Washington, D.C., and hopes to teach in a culinary arts program after gaining restaurant experience. Roman is the son of Sunshine and Jeremy Peebles, Adams.

Dennis J. Laemmermann was involved in the North Country’s food services industry for most of his life. He was a talented culinary artist whose love for good food was made even better by sharing his gifts with others.

After his sudden passing in March 2019, friends and family established this scholarship to honor his life in a lasting and meaningful way. We are honored to steward his legacy and look forward to future generations of culinary artists finding inspiration from Dennis and the gifts he shared throughout his lifetime.

Pictured, from left: Dennis’ daughters, Amanda Jo Phillips and Maureen Hillabrandt; Dennis’ husband, Thomas H. “Thom” Peterson; scholarship recipient Roman L. Peebles; Dennis’ son, Drew Laemmermann and wife, Meghan; Dennis’ granddaughter, Avery Phillips, and grandson, Declan Laemmermann; and Dennis’ sister, Dawn Laemmermann-Amo.

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Congratulations to Roman L. Peebles, the Class of 2026 recipient of the Northern New York Community Foundation Chef Dennis J. Laemmermann Culinary Arts Scholarship.

Roman graduated in June from Sackets Harbor Central School. He also completed the culinary arts program at Jeff-Lewis BOCES. Roman will begin his freshman year at The Culinary Institute of America this fall where he will study culinary arts.

He aspires to work at a Michelin Star restaurant in Chicago, New York City, or Washington, D.C., and hopes to teach in a culinary arts program after gaining restaurant experience. Roman is the son of Sunshine and Jeremy Peebles, Adams.

Dennis J. Laemmermann was involved in the North Country’s food services industry for most of his life. He was a talented culinary artist whose love for good food was made even better by sharing his gifts with others.

After his sudden passing in March 2019, friends and family established this scholarship to honor his life in a lasting and meaningful way. We are honored to steward his legacy and look forward to future generations of culinary artists finding inspiration from Dennis and the gifts he shared throughout his lifetime.

Pictured, from left: Dennis’ daughters, Amanda Jo Phillips and Maureen Hillabrandt; Dennis’ husband, Thomas H. “Thom” Peterson; scholarship recipient Roman L. Peebles; Dennis’ son, Drew Laemmermann and wife, Meghan; Dennis’ granddaughter, Avery Phillips, and grandson, Declan Laemmermann; and Dennis’ sister, Dawn Laemmermann-Amo.

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Way to go, Roman!!! Amanda Gervera…

Congratulations, Roman! You must be so proud, Sunshine! <3

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Well-deserved! We're so proud of you, Roman!

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The Youth Philanthropy Council of the Northern New York Community Foundation is pleased to announce $25,000 in grant funding for six tri-county nonprofit organizations that will support a diverse range of community programs and initiatives.

Council Chair April Wang, a second-year member and 2026 Watertown High School graduate, said the Council had many worthy requests for grant funding this year.

“Guided by a commitment to thoughtful stewardship and community impact, the Youth Philanthropy Council has carefully selected grant recipients whose work addresses critical needs and fosters meaningful progress,” Ms. Wang said. “I am beyond proud of the diligence and purpose reflected in the Council’s work this year.”

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Six Tri-County Nonprofit Organizations Share $25,000 in Youth Philanthropy Council Grant Awards

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Six Tri-County Nonprofit Organizations Share $25,000 in Youth Philanthropy Council Grant Awards July 2, 2026 By admin Students Field 18 Requests for Funding Support from Diverse Slate of Tri-County No...
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We are pleased to invite the public to experience an evening of inspiring music at the annual Sidney T. Cox Memorial Concert on Friday, July 10, at 7:30 p.m. at the Clayton Opera House, featuring The Syracuse Orchestra.

Presented with support from the Community Foundation in partnership with the Thousand Islands Performing Arts Fund (TIPAF), the annual concert honors the enduring legacy of Sidney T. Cox.

This year’s performance blends beloved classical masterworks with familiar favorites from Broadway and the silver screen. Audiences will enjoy selections from Wicked, The Sound of Music, Jurassic Park, Beauty and the Beast, Kiki’s Delivery Service, and Wicked, alongside works by Aaron Copland, Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov, Duke Ellington and others.

Tickets are available through the Clayton Opera House at www.claytonoperahouse.com

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Annual Sidney T. Cox Memorial Concert Returns to Clayton Opera House on July 10 July 1, 2026 By admin The Syracuse Orchestra performance celebrates a North Country benefactor whose generosity continue...
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