Natick MathWorks scholarship deadline approaching, along with others

February 11, 2021 by Deborah Brown Leave a Comment

Natick students interested in pursuing a degree in mathematics, engineering, science or related program at an accredited four-year college or university are invited to apply for the MathWorks Scholarships. Two $10,000 scholarships will be awarded to high school seniors who live in Natick and have strong academic records in mathematics and science.

Each Scholarship is structured as a four-year award, with the first year being $1,000, the second year $2,000, the third year $3,000 and the fourth year $4,000. Ongoing eligibility requirements must be met to receive the award in the second through fourth years. Students attending public, private, non-profit and parochial schools are eligible to apply. This scholarship program is open to all high school seniors living in Natick.

Applications for the Natick MathWorks Scholarships are available now or may be obtained at the Office of the Select Board in Natick Town Hall, 13 East Central Street, Natick MA 01760, by appointment only.

All applications are due to the Select Board’s Office no later than 5pm on Monday March 22, 2021. Mailed applications will also be accepted and must be postmarked by the same due date. Questions should be directed to: Gregg Cohen, Scholarship Chair, at (508) 667-6470 or gregglcohen@gmail.com

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Natick High School seniors should check out the lengthy list of local scholarship opportunities to see if they might be eligible for one or more.

Whether a graduating student’s future points toward drama, the military, sports, or they can write a great essay expressing gratitude for a teacher, they could be the right candidate for a local scholarship. Most scholarship due dates are Feb. 26 or March 1. But check each application carefully—apps will not be accepted after the deadline.

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Natick Troop 1775 wants your bottles and cans

February 5, 2021 by Admin Leave a Comment

Food drive on MLK Day to benefit Natick Service Council

January 16, 2021 by Bob Brown Leave a Comment

MLK Day service efforts are challenging this Monday, Jan. 18 due to COVID-19 restrictions, but the Natick Democratic Town Committee has set up a food drive to benefit the Natick Service Council and those who need help in the community. Here are the details:

When: Monday, Jan. 18, 1-5:00 pm

Where: Natick Service Council (NSC), 2 Webster Street, parking lot behind the building

What to Donate: Although all donations of nonperishable, not expired, and unopened foods will be gratefully accepted, NSC can particularly use the following items:

Apple Juice
Crackers
Granola Bars
Tuna in water
Macaroni & Cheese

Please do not bring food that is expired or has been opened: Natick Service Council cannot give it to clients and has to spend money to dispose of it.

How: Drop-off donations will be accepted in the back of the NSC’s remodeled van/mobile pantry, located in the parking lot behind 2 Webster S. Please wear a mask during your drop off, and maintain a 6-foot distance from all others present if you are waiting to drop off donations.

For more information, please contact Carol Gloff at cagloff@comcast.net.

natick service council van — Natick Service Council van outside…

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Flutie Foundation gives out $400K-plus to autism-serving organizations

December 31, 2020 by Admin Leave a Comment

The Doug Flutie Jr., Foundation for Autism distributed over $405,000 to 43 non-profit organizations as part of its annual grant cycle. The announcement came during the Flutie Family Holiday Spectacular virtual broadcast event earlier this month, where each organization was surprised on camera. In light of the extreme challenges that many people with Autism are facing this year, and thanks to the generosity of so many donors, the Flutie Foundation increased their overall funding in 2020 as compared to recent years.

“We are proud to increase our funding this year and invest in an amazing group of resilient organizations through our grant cycle,” said Doug Flutie, Natick High School graduate, and president and co-founder of The Doug Flutie Jr. Foundation for Autism. “These grants will help them continue their critical work of helping people and families affected by autism live life to the fullest.”

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Veterans march 16 miles to raise funds for injured Natick woman

December 30, 2020 by Bob Brown 3 Comments

The serious injuries sustained by Natick’s Kimberly Gunner and Andrew Colbert in a hit-and-run accident over the summer have inspired countless people locally and beyond to offer their support through a variety of selfless actions.

More than $160K has been raised through an initial crowdfunding campaign, and other fundraisers contributed thousands more to the cause. A pay-what-you-can yard sale raised funds, too. And the public art group behind LOVE 01760 produced hearts for the couple that were much appreciated.

Another fundraiser that recently came to our attention was spearheaded by AJ Moran, longtime owner of Nine East Wine Emporium on Rte. 9 east in Natick.

Moran doesn’t know Gunner or Colbert, but was motivated by Gunner’s injuries and the fact that she lives in Natick to raise funds via a ruck march. He wanted to help the couple pay medical and other bills stemming from the accident.

“Ruck marches are an important tool for veterans to raise money for all kinds of causes that are important to them,” Moran says. “Ruck marches and the camaraderie associated with them are a great way to motivate other veterans to participate.”

Moran and four other Rangers marched 26.2km, while wearing 40lb rucksacks, through Natick, Wellesley and Wayland in November. They finished their 4.5-hour trek at the Natick Veterans Services office on Rte. 135. They promoted the march through social media pages for veterans and personal military contacts.

While Kimberly Gunner and Andrew Colbert still have a long recovery ahead of them, the outpouring of support from friends, family, and the many others who just want to help can only make things better.

Kimberly Gunner check — AJ Moran presents Kimberly Gunner’s friend and neighbor, Lyn Lavery, with one very big check.

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