Suffield Community Aid

What SCA is Spotlighting this Month!
Camp Scholarships Available to Suffield Youth! SCA has funding available to subsidize participation for financially eligible households to send their child to any camp(s) of their choosing. For more information or to apply, give us a call: (860) 668-1986.

Renter’s Rebate Program for Elderly & Disabled Residents:

The State provides a reimbursement program for renters who are elderly or disabled, and whose incomes do not exceed certain limits. SCA is taking applications! Call for more info – 860-668-1986.

SCA Scholarships and Awards:

James F. Coggins, Jr. Community Service Award- Open to Applicants!:
In memory of our late volunteer and Board member, James F. Coggins, Jr., Suffield Community Aid (SCA) offers a $1,500 award to a graduating Suffield high school senior who demonstrates selflessness, generosity, and concern for the Suffield community through their volunteer activities. Jim was highly engaged and passionate about the Suffield community and neighboring towns. Applicants for this award must live in Suffield but do not need to attend Suffield High School for consideration (e.g., may attend Suffield Academy, Loomis Chaffee, etc.). Applicants are required to submit a 500-word (max.) essay supporting their selection to SCA at 450 South St. Suffield, CT 06078 or by email at daniellea@suffieldcommunityaid.org. The deadline to apply is: Monday, May 6 by midnight.

Kathy Ostrowski Memorial Nursing Scholarship for Suffield Graduating Seniors:
Kathy Ostrowski was a beloved Suffield resident and former SCA Board member who had a passion for helping others within and beyond her commitment as a nurse. Since 2022, SCA awards a $1,500 needs-based scholarship to a Suffield graduating senior, in pursuit of a nursing degree. Seniors who do not reside in Suffield but attend high school in Suffield will be considered (e.g., VoAg Program at SHS, Suffield Academy, etc.). Applicants wishing to apply are encouraged to complete the common application at SHS or call SCA.

Jane Purtill Fuller Scholarship for Nursing or Social Service Candidates:
To recognize the many contributions of our past employee and long-time supporter of Suffield Community Aid, the Board of Directors dedicates an annual needs-based scholarship in memory of Jane Purtill Fuller. This $1,500 scholarship will be awarded to a graduating Suffield high school senior pursuing a nursing or social service field of study (e.g., social work, psychology, criminal justice, counseling, etc.). Applicants must live in Suffield but do not need to attend Suffield High School for consideration (e.g., may attend Suffield Academy, Loomis Chaffee, Northwest Catholic High School, etc.). Applicants wishing to apply are encouraged to complete the common application at Suffield High School or call SCA.

Suffield Community Aid “Forward Focus” Scholarship:
Created in 2024, the SCA Board of Directors established this $1,500 scholarship to offer graduating Suffield High School seniors financial support as they pursue job and educational goals post-graduation. Applicants must live in Suffield but do not need to attend Suffield High School for consideration (e.g., may attend Suffield Academy, Loomis Chaffee, etc.). This needs-based scholarship is offered to seniors who have committed to a trade or vocational school, 2 or-4-year college, or other identified job readiness program. Applicants are required to submit a 250-word (max.) essay supporting their selection to SCA at 450 South St. Suffield, CT 06078 or by email at daniellea@suffieldcommunityaid.org. The deadline to apply is: Monday, May 6 by midnight.

Ongoing Programs and Updates:

• SCA has a FREE medical loan closet for Suffield residents.
• April 9: Parkinsons Peer Support Group from 11a.m.-12 p.m. at SCA. Call SCA to register.
• April 18: Social Services Consultations at Kent Memorial Library (register on KML’s website)
• April 30: Memory Café at Suffield Senior Center from 11 a.m-12 p.m. Call Suffield Community Aid to register.