Scholarship Information

The Suffield Observer Board of Directors will sponsor a scholarship to a Suffield resident who will be entering an accredited two- or four-year institution of higher education in fall 2026. The scholarship is in memory of Samuel S. Fuller, the founder of the paper, and Robert O.Y. Warren, a former chairman of the board.

Applicants must:

  • Be a Suffield resident and high school senior.
  • Be entering an accredited two- or four-year institution of higher education in Fall/September 2026.
  • Intend to major in history, communications, journalism, creative writing, political science, or research.
  • Have demonstrated participation in community service.

The $2,000 scholarship can be applied for by contacting the high school guidance department, by requesting a form from the Observer office or a link below.


Review the request form for more detailed information.

Application: Click here for .pdf| Click here for .docx


Scholarship applications must be completed and submitted to the Observer at inbox@thesuffieldobserver.com or the Observer office at P.O. Box 424, Suffield, CT 06078 by May 15, 2026.