2024 Gary Paul Piantanida Scholarship

PROGRAM DEADLINE: February 12, 2024 at 11:59 PM PST (Midnight) - CLOSED

This program is inactive or past the deadline.

Description

The Gary Paul Piantanida scholarship was established by Paul and Edna Piantanida in honor of their only son, Gary Paul Piantanida. Gary died of lymphatic leukemia at the age of 15. He attended San Luis Obispo High school and enjoyed playing basketball. Mr. Piantanida, a descendant of Italian immigrants, valued and held strong work ethic. As a child, Paul helped support his family through the Great Depression. As an adult, he founded and ran two successful companies, served in World War II, and mentored Cal Poly students. Edna was an incredible woman with unbelievable style and grace working for Pacific Telephone for 38 years. The Piantanidas were married for 61 years.

Requirements

Eligibility:

  • School Level: High School
  • Term: Multi-year
  • GPA: Minimum 2.5 on a 4.0 scale
  • Demonstrated Financial Need: Yes
  • Type of College: Community college with the intention of transferring to a 4-Year college/university OR 4-Year college/university
  • Major: Not considered
  • Other Requirements: Must be a graduating senior from a San Luis Obispo County high schools or home schools AND a US Citizen
  • Renewable: No

Number of Awards

1

Award Amount

$10,000

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