Scholarships:
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Barbara Luskanen Gill Scholarship
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Carlo & Margaret Pola Family Scholarship
This year FOSTA is thrilled to offer two $1,500 scholarships to graduating Sandwich High School seniors!
We proudly continue our traditional scholarship in memory of former archivist Barbara Luskanen Gill, and for 2026--and the next two years--we are honored to partner with the Pola family to bring you the Carlo & Margaret Pola Family Scholarship. See below for more information.
Both scholarships are offered to full-time students continuing their education at a fully accredited institution.
APPLICATION DEADLINE March 31, 2026
Barbara L. Gill Scholarship
This award honors former town archivist Barbara Luksanen Gill (1932-2019). Ms. Gill served as Sandwich's second archivist for 28 years before retiring in 2016. Read more about Barbara's background here.
Ms. Gill is pictured here with her husband, Clyde Gill.
Past Recipients:
2025 - Adam Ferreira
2024 - Bridgid Kelly
2023 - Kelly Broder
2022 - Morgan Ramsey
2020 - Nina Sundermeyer
2019 - Keri Anna Gould
2018 - Caitlin Marie Furlani
2017 - James Stack
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Carlo & Margaret Pola Family Scholarship
Carlo Pola, born and raised in Sandwich, met his future wife, Margaret (Peggy) while both were serving in Washington D.C. during World War II. Following the war they returned to Sandwich and raised nine children, all of whom graduated from the Sandwich school system.
Carlo and Peggy believed that education comes in many forms and is enhanced by varied and shared experiences. One way they ensured a well-rounded life was to support the community they both loved. Carlo was a town selectman, served on the board of Elder Services, and was a commander of VFW Post 188. Peggy was chairman of the United Way and a long-time member of the school committee. Community service and a commitment to life-long learning was a way of life for them.
Their family is honored to continue Carlo and Peggy's legacy by offering this scholarship in partnership with FOSTA.
How to Apply
In order to be considered for either scholarship students must complete the General Scholarship Application found in their Naviance account.
Applicants must reside in Sandwich and have been accepted for enrollment into a college or university. Evaluation will be based on the student's GPA, extracurricular activities, demonstrated dedication to community, and a written essay on "What Sandwich means to me."
Questions should be directed to the Sandwich High School Guidance office.
Don't miss the deadline! March 31, 2026