Celebrating Our Future: Announcing the 2026 IAHF Scholarship Recipients

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The Italian American Heritage Foundation, in partnership with Il Cenacolo, is proud to announce

the eight distinguished recipients of our 2026 Scholarship Program.

 

Emily G. Celli

Dylan H. Collisson

Anna S. Gordon

Patrick Rory Bardi Keogh

Betsy Madison Kidwell

Nikola S. Mazzola

Lawrence R. O'Brien

Anna Scafidi Polino

 

Scholarship Awards Luncheon

We will hold a family-style luncheon on Sunday, May 3, 2026, at noon, at the IAHF Hall, 425

North Fourth Street, San Jose, CA 95112.

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This special afternoon will include a luncheon, remarks from our donors, and presentations from

the students themselves. It is a wonderful opportunity to see firsthand how the IAHF and its

donors are investing in the leaders of tomorrow. The essays of the recipients will be featured in

the upcoming edition of the IAHF Newsletter.

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RSVP Information

We encourage all who wish to attend to reserve their spot early. Advance tickets are required (IAHF

Members $30; Day Pass members $35), click the red button below to purchase your tickets.

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Deadline to purchase your tickets is April 28, 2026

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Menu includes:

Dave’s Famous Pizza, pasta primavera,

pulled pork or chicken, salad, fruit, cake and beverages.

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These scholarships are made possible through the generosity of our donors and the ongoing support of our members. Your ticket not only covers the meal but also supports the continued mission of the IAHF and Il Cenacolo to invest in the next generation of Italian-American leaders.

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Questions contact the scholarship chair at scholarships@iahfsj.org or call 408-239-6168.

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