Manchester Community Services Council Expands Scholarship Awards

MANCHESTER, CT — The Manchester Community Services Council has announced its annual call for scholarship applications with a submission deadline of Tuesday, March 31.

New this year is the Dorothy "Dotti" Cannon Scholarship, established to support students pursuing a culinary arts education in memory of the beloved Manchester-born chef who died in June 2020.

"Chef Dotti” was founder and owner of Brown Sugar Catering, which was always popular for local celebrations, corporate events and nonprofit fundraisers since its opening in 2004. Friends and family established the scholarship to honor Chef Cannon's "selfless dedication to the community and numerous charitable organizations."

"Dotti Cannon brought a flair and deep love to her work and to our palates. We are honored to administer and award this scholarship created by those who will never forget her," said Bob Bycholski, the president of MCSC's executive board.

MCSC's Student Scholarships Program also offers annually the Ed and Eleanor Coltman Scholarship for students enrolled in Manchester Community College, and the Justus Joy Scholarship for highest-level Eagle Scouts and Girl Scout Gold Award recipients in Manchester Troops.

Eligibility and enrollment requirements vary, as do the scholarship amounts. All three awards are to be used for 2021 fall semester tuition, books, supplies or living expenses.

For full details and online application forms, go to www.MCSC.townofmanchester.org or email Penni Micca at miccap@manchesterct.gov.

Donations to support MCSC Scholarships may be mailed to: MCSC, P.O. Box 4032, Manchester, CT 06045-4032. (Make payable to MCSC and indicate which scholarship.)

Founded in 1972, MCSC provides a forum to address the needs of the Manchester community. The nonprofit organization is dedicated to supporting community alliances that remove barriers to human services as a critical component for enhancing the quality of life for all Manchester residents. Interested citizens, agencies, nonprofits and businesses are welcome to attend a monthly meeting to see what MCSC is all about. Find our schedule online at MCSC.townofmanchester.org.