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24
Scholarship Winners |
$21,500
Awarded via Scholarships |
and counting...
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The Ken Pribil Jr. Scholarship Award
Grounded in Ken Jr.'s core values. The Ken Pribil Jr. Scholarship was formed in memory of Ken Jr., a graduate of South Side High School, an IB diploma recipient, and avid reader with a thirst for learning. Ken Jr. was heavily involved at school as a member of the Debate club, Entrepreneurship club, and Track & Field team. Around town, Ken Jr. was a year-round employee at the Rockville Centre Recreation Center, leading summer camp groups and managing the tennis/basketball court business. He also worked part-time at local pizzerias to bolster his resume for college. Ken Jr. enrolled at the University at Albany majoring in accounting and business management. He completed his freshman year before being diagnosed with cancer, at which point he opened a small vending machine business and donated profits to the American Cancer Society; one of many examples of his integrity and generosity.
Awarded to candidates demonstrating strong academic and community values. Each year, the Board Members of the Ken Pribil Jr. Foundation select one or more recipients of the Ken Pribil Jr. Scholarship Award. An ideal candidate is one who demonstrates strong academic and community values through their involvement in school programs, volunteer organizations, community networks, and/or employment. As no two candidates are the same, the Board weighs all aspects of a candidates resume when making their decision. It is commonly a candidates unique experiences, overcoming of hardships, or success stories that set them apart.
Awarded to candidates demonstrating strong academic and community values. Each year, the Board Members of the Ken Pribil Jr. Foundation select one or more recipients of the Ken Pribil Jr. Scholarship Award. An ideal candidate is one who demonstrates strong academic and community values through their involvement in school programs, volunteer organizations, community networks, and/or employment. As no two candidates are the same, the Board weighs all aspects of a candidates resume when making their decision. It is commonly a candidates unique experiences, overcoming of hardships, or success stories that set them apart.
Meet the Winners!
2023: Hailey Ferraro-Reich
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Congratulations to Hailey Ferraro-Reich, our distinguished 2023 Scholarship Award winner. We wish you continued success in your future studies!
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2022: Kendall Curnuck
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Meet Kendall:
As someone who has been directly impacted by cancer as a child, I recognize the importance of the work being done by organizations like the Ken Pribil Jr. Foundation. The funds raised enable oncologists to do life saving research, like the kind that ultimately saved my life. I feel so honored to have been chosen as a 2022 scholarship winner and to be a part of Ken’s legacy. I look forward to continuing my education in college to work in health care so I can help others in a meaningful way. |
2022: Casey Abrams
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Meet Casey:
I am so honored to have been chosen to receive the Ken Pribil Jr. Scholarship! I will be attending the University of Arizona with a major in Biology in hopes of making a difference in the medical field someday. This scholarship will help me in achieving this goal and I look forward to continuing to be involved in this foundation. |
2021: Brady Bender, Indiana University
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Meet Brady:
"Thank you so much for selecting me as the 2021 South Side recipient of the Ken Pribil Jr. Scholarship Award. It was such a great surprise back in June and so greatly appreciated and an honor to win. I enjoyed reading the letter describing why I was chosen for the award and thank you for all of your kind words. Ken and I shared many similar interests in sports, academics and work. I plan to always continue my volunteer work with the St. Baldrick’s Foundation and other organizations which raise awareness and funding for pediatric cancer research." |
2020: Charles Ohanion, Muhlenberg College
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Meet Charles:
"I feel greatly honored to have been chosen for this scholarship in honor of Ken Jr. Like Ken, I am a hard-working student, on the track & field team, love reading, and have a passion for entrepreneurship and business. I will be attending Muhlenberg College in the fall, where I plan to study mathematics, economics, and entrepreneurship. Furthermore, I am looking forward to creating my own business in the future. I would also love to continue raising funds and awareness for a cause close to my heart: young adult cancer. It is quite inspiring how Ken actively contributed to the American Cancer Society even after his diagnosis and I plan to continue my own efforts in this area. This scholarship will allow me to follow this path I have set out for myself. I am very grateful and I will do my best to carry on Kenny's legacy." |
2019: Marty Capuano, LIU Post
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Our 14th annual Ken Pribil Jr. Scholarship award winner, Marty Capuano excels academically, is a discus thrower on the track and field team, an avid snowboarder, works with kids at the Rockville Centre Recreation Center, and is a real estate entrepreneur (already) - all things that Kenny loved doing at this age. We wish Marty all the best as he begins his studies in Marketing at LIU Post.
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2018: Joseph MacNair, Babson College
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Meet Joseph:
"I plan to improve my entrepreneurial skills at Babson College. I hope to create my own businesses in the future. These scholarship funds will be a great help towards my expenses at Babson. Thank you for this great honor. I will try to live up to the memory of Ken Jr." - Joseph MacNair, November 2018 |
2017: Joseph Catuogno, SUNY Binghamton
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Meet Joseph:
Joseph is studying Mechanical Engineering at SUNY Binghamton. "The Ken Pribil Jr. Scholarship helped me understand how important it is to keep family close, and to cherish the time we have together." - Joseph Catuogno, February 2019 |
2016: Jeremy Silverman, Cornell University
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Meet Jeremy:
"I am greatly honored and very appreciative that you have selected me for the eleventh annual Ken Pribil Jr. Scholarship. This scholarship will help fund the education that I will begin at Cornell University this Fall. As my ultimate career dream is to hold a top position at a Major League Baseball front office, I will be majoring in economics and statistics. I have a deep passion for sports and my goal is to apply statistical analysis to the business of sports in order to improve a team’s composition, and consequently, its performance. MLB team front offices are leaning more heavily on baseball analytics to field a team that has the best chance of winning and to drive decision-making; therefore, there has been a trend toward hiring executives that have analytical backgrounds. This recent trend intrigues me as it gives me the opportunity to combine my academic interests with my love for sports." - Jeremy Silverman, July 2017 |
2015: Grace Santarelli, Cornell University
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Meet Grace:
“On June 11th, I was ecstatic when I found out I was the recipient of the 10th annual Ken Pribil Jr. Scholarship. As the Pribil family presented the scholarship, they described the profound impact Kenny left on his family and friends. I was humbled to be awarded a scholarship that was in honor of someone remembered with such admiration. I plan on studying Industrial and Labor Relations at Cornell University, in the hope of one day pursuing a career in either business or law. I’d like to work firsthand with professionals implementing solutions to business problems. The values upheld within the school’s strong liberal arts foundation will allow me to approach these predicaments with a sense of humility, similar to Kenny’s. This scholarship will allow me to explore all that Cornell has to offer. I’m ever so grateful to carry on Kenny’s legacy." - Grace Santarelli, October 2015 |
2014: Anthony Sourial, Cornell University
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Meet Anthony:
“Sitting in the back debating whether I should slip away to the bathroom, the Pribil family rose to the podium and began reminiscing about Kenny. As they talked, I found myself in awe of Kenny’s burning spirit as it seemed as if he was right there at the podium himself. As my urge to use to bathroom disappeared, my admiration for this individual rose exponentially. As the Pribil family drew parallels between their lost loved one and me, I felt extremely honored and humbled. Next fall, I will be enrolling into Cornell University where I hope to develop an analytical and well-rounded mind so that in the future I won’t be confined to a particular field but instead I’ll be tackling the problems we face in four years, head on. Thanks to this scholarship, I know that my opportunities have only grown." - Anthony Sourial, June 2014 |
2013: Kegan Healey, Seton Hall University
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Meet Kegan:
"As an aspiring accountant, it was my honor to win the 8th annual Ken Pribil Jr Memorial Scholarship this past June and have the ability to chase the dreams of Ken Jr. of being an accountant. Kenny and I shared a variety of traits, starting with the fact that we were both scholar athletes at SSHS to the fact that we were both avid poker enthusiasts at one point of our lives. I am glad that I can use this scholarship to help aid me in following his dreams since I strive to emulate the person that he was. I will be attending Seton Hall University and their Stillman School of Business later this month with the hopes of receiving my accounting degree and ultimately obtaining my CPA." - Kegan Healey, July 2013 |
2012: Ben Sellitto, SUNY Binghamton
Meet Ben:
"I was awarded this scholarship in May of 2012. Although Kenny and I shared many similar interests, like running track or scoring basketball games down at Mill River, I admired him because of his good heart and ability to do good for others. I am currently a freshman at Binghamton University majoring in Industrial and Labor Relations. It is inspiring to see that Kenny's memory will continue to live through this scholarship."
- Ben Sellitto, February 2013
"I was awarded this scholarship in May of 2012. Although Kenny and I shared many similar interests, like running track or scoring basketball games down at Mill River, I admired him because of his good heart and ability to do good for others. I am currently a freshman at Binghamton University majoring in Industrial and Labor Relations. It is inspiring to see that Kenny's memory will continue to live through this scholarship."
- Ben Sellitto, February 2013
2011: Chris Marcotrigiano, New York University
Meet Chris:
"I had the honor of receiving this scholarship in June 2011. Kenny was a role model of mine as a camp counsellor and inspired me to work with children at the Summer Playground program at the Rec Center. I am currently a sophomore at New York University and I hope to go into asset management upon graduation. I am thrilled that Kenny's memory continues to be honored by the foundation and this prestigious award."
- Chris Marcotrigiano, February 2013
"I had the honor of receiving this scholarship in June 2011. Kenny was a role model of mine as a camp counsellor and inspired me to work with children at the Summer Playground program at the Rec Center. I am currently a sophomore at New York University and I hope to go into asset management upon graduation. I am thrilled that Kenny's memory continues to be honored by the foundation and this prestigious award."
- Chris Marcotrigiano, February 2013
2010: Will Bermel, Bentley College
Meet Will:
" I was extremely fortunate to receive the Ken Pribil Jr. Scholarship in June of 2010. I was fortunate to know Kenny through summer camps run by the Rockville Centre Rec. Center, where he was always known for having a great time and for being positive role model for young kids. I was also very good friends with Kenny’s little brother Kevin; we spent many years together playing baseball in little leagues all the through high school. Currently I am a junior transfer student at Bentley University where I am a member of the varsity baseball team along with pursuing a Bachelors degree in Finance. I am very thankful of the Pribil Family for choosing me for the award, and I hope Kenny’s memory continues to thrive." - Will Bermel, March 2013
" I was extremely fortunate to receive the Ken Pribil Jr. Scholarship in June of 2010. I was fortunate to know Kenny through summer camps run by the Rockville Centre Rec. Center, where he was always known for having a great time and for being positive role model for young kids. I was also very good friends with Kenny’s little brother Kevin; we spent many years together playing baseball in little leagues all the through high school. Currently I am a junior transfer student at Bentley University where I am a member of the varsity baseball team along with pursuing a Bachelors degree in Finance. I am very thankful of the Pribil Family for choosing me for the award, and I hope Kenny’s memory continues to thrive." - Will Bermel, March 2013
2009: Victoria DeLouise, SUNY Maritime
Meet Victoria:
"I received this award back in June of 2009. It meant a lot to me because Kenny was a classmate and friend of my sister's and I am a friend of Kevin's (Kenny's brother). Currently, I am getting ready to graduate from SUNY Maritime College in May 2013. I'm receiving a degree of B.S. in International Transportation & Trade with a minor in Intermodal and Maritime Security. I plan on continuing my education with my master's degree in International Transportation Management also from Maritime. I hope to land a logistics job with a security or defense company."
- Victoria DeLouise, February 2013
"I received this award back in June of 2009. It meant a lot to me because Kenny was a classmate and friend of my sister's and I am a friend of Kevin's (Kenny's brother). Currently, I am getting ready to graduate from SUNY Maritime College in May 2013. I'm receiving a degree of B.S. in International Transportation & Trade with a minor in Intermodal and Maritime Security. I plan on continuing my education with my master's degree in International Transportation Management also from Maritime. I hope to land a logistics job with a security or defense company."
- Victoria DeLouise, February 2013
2009: Joe Vastola, Wake Forest University (Merit Award)
Meet Joe:
"I received the Ken Pribil Jr. Award in June 2009. I was honored to be considered for the award as Kenny was a fantastic role model. Growing up I was very good friends with Kevin and we would often play street hockey with Kenny. He had a great personality and he always had a smile on his face. Currently I am a Senior at Wake Forest University where I am pursuing a double major in Communication and Sociology. I am hoping to land a job within the sports industry or in criminal justice following graduation."
- Joe Vastola, February 2013
"I received the Ken Pribil Jr. Award in June 2009. I was honored to be considered for the award as Kenny was a fantastic role model. Growing up I was very good friends with Kevin and we would often play street hockey with Kenny. He had a great personality and he always had a smile on his face. Currently I am a Senior at Wake Forest University where I am pursuing a double major in Communication and Sociology. I am hoping to land a job within the sports industry or in criminal justice following graduation."
- Joe Vastola, February 2013
2009: Brian Laureano, University of Connecticut (Merit Award)
Meet Brian:
"Kenny was a great person to be around. He brought energy and commitment to everything he did. I will always remember the great times we had during Wilson Summer Camp when Kenny was an LIT. He was an easy person to connect with and he always ensured that everyone was having fun. I felt truly honored when presented with this award. This scholarship has helped relieve the financial burden of the college costs associated with pursuing my Bachelor's in Finance at the University of Connecticut. Upon graduation, I will be working at the Royal Bank of Scotland in Stamford, CT. Kenny was undoubtedly a role model and it is an honor to be associated with such an admirable person."
- Brian Laureano, March 2013
"Kenny was a great person to be around. He brought energy and commitment to everything he did. I will always remember the great times we had during Wilson Summer Camp when Kenny was an LIT. He was an easy person to connect with and he always ensured that everyone was having fun. I felt truly honored when presented with this award. This scholarship has helped relieve the financial burden of the college costs associated with pursuing my Bachelor's in Finance at the University of Connecticut. Upon graduation, I will be working at the Royal Bank of Scotland in Stamford, CT. Kenny was undoubtedly a role model and it is an honor to be associated with such an admirable person."
- Brian Laureano, March 2013
2008: Craig D'Urso, Quinnipiac University
Meet Craig:
"I was the recipient of this prestigious Scholarship in May of 2008. Although I had never met Kenny it is truly an honor to have not only received this award, but to also know that Kenny's memory continues to be honored by the South Side community as well as this foundation. I have recently graduated from Quinnipiac University in May of 2012 with a bachelor's degree in Business Management and Economics and plan to further my education in the near future. Kenny's memory will continue to be a very important part of my life and I am truly honored and grateful to have received such an award."
- Craig D'Urso, February 2013
"I was the recipient of this prestigious Scholarship in May of 2008. Although I had never met Kenny it is truly an honor to have not only received this award, but to also know that Kenny's memory continues to be honored by the South Side community as well as this foundation. I have recently graduated from Quinnipiac University in May of 2012 with a bachelor's degree in Business Management and Economics and plan to further my education in the near future. Kenny's memory will continue to be a very important part of my life and I am truly honored and grateful to have received such an award."
- Craig D'Urso, February 2013
2008: Stefanie Manna, Fordham University (Merit Award)
Meet Stefanie:
“I received the prominent Ken Pribil Jr. Merit Award in May of 2008. Although I had never met Kenny, I have been told countless stories about how he was an inspiration and someone that was admired by many. It is a privilege to have received this award that has helped me with my post- high school endeavors. I recently graduated from Fordham University in May of 2012 with my B.S. in Public Accounting and a minor in Business Law and Ethics, and with their 5-year program, have also completed my MBA in Finance. Currently, I am working at J.P. Morgan Chase and striving to obtain my CPA license, and will be enrolling in law school come the fall. It is a privilege to have received this award based on such an outstanding, kind, warm-hearted individual.”
- Stefanie Manna, March 2013
“I received the prominent Ken Pribil Jr. Merit Award in May of 2008. Although I had never met Kenny, I have been told countless stories about how he was an inspiration and someone that was admired by many. It is a privilege to have received this award that has helped me with my post- high school endeavors. I recently graduated from Fordham University in May of 2012 with my B.S. in Public Accounting and a minor in Business Law and Ethics, and with their 5-year program, have also completed my MBA in Finance. Currently, I am working at J.P. Morgan Chase and striving to obtain my CPA license, and will be enrolling in law school come the fall. It is a privilege to have received this award based on such an outstanding, kind, warm-hearted individual.”
- Stefanie Manna, March 2013
2007: Katie Remy, Boston College
Meet Katie:
"I received the Ken Pribil Jr. scholarship in June 2007. Although I never knew Kenny, I have been told stories about what an all-around great person he was. I am honored to have been given this scholarship and to be mentioned in the same vein as such a talented and compassionate person. Since receiving the scholarship I attended the Carroll School of Management at Boston College and completed a concentration in Marketing and a minor in Faith, Peace and Justice. During my time as an undergrad, I had the opportunity to study abroad at Rhodes University in South Africa my junior year of college. While I was at BC I joined and actively participated in many philanthropic clubs which shaped and made my time in college extremely meaningful. Currently I am working at Apollo Management in the Compliance Department and I hope to someday get my Masters in Public Health so I can continue to give back to the community around me. I am excited to hear that Kenny’s memory continues to inspire and reach more and more people each day." - Katie Remy, February 2013
"I received the Ken Pribil Jr. scholarship in June 2007. Although I never knew Kenny, I have been told stories about what an all-around great person he was. I am honored to have been given this scholarship and to be mentioned in the same vein as such a talented and compassionate person. Since receiving the scholarship I attended the Carroll School of Management at Boston College and completed a concentration in Marketing and a minor in Faith, Peace and Justice. During my time as an undergrad, I had the opportunity to study abroad at Rhodes University in South Africa my junior year of college. While I was at BC I joined and actively participated in many philanthropic clubs which shaped and made my time in college extremely meaningful. Currently I am working at Apollo Management in the Compliance Department and I hope to someday get my Masters in Public Health so I can continue to give back to the community around me. I am excited to hear that Kenny’s memory continues to inspire and reach more and more people each day." - Katie Remy, February 2013
2007: Jack Donoghue, Hofstra University (Merit Award)
Meet Jack:
"I received the Kenny Pribil Jr. Merit Award in 2007. I was honored to receive the award because it helped me with my first year of college. To receive an award of this nature really meant a lot to me as Kenny was a great person. I studied exercise science at Hofstra University where I also played rugby which has allowed me to travel the world to places such as South Africa and Australia. I am currently pursuing a career in personal training. I am grateful for the award because it helped start me on my journey through school and took me where I am today."
-Jack Donoghue, February 2013
"I received the Kenny Pribil Jr. Merit Award in 2007. I was honored to receive the award because it helped me with my first year of college. To receive an award of this nature really meant a lot to me as Kenny was a great person. I studied exercise science at Hofstra University where I also played rugby which has allowed me to travel the world to places such as South Africa and Australia. I am currently pursuing a career in personal training. I am grateful for the award because it helped start me on my journey through school and took me where I am today."
-Jack Donoghue, February 2013
2006: Ricky Motschwiller, Lehigh University
Meet Ricky:
"I had the honor of receiving the first Kenny Pribil Jr. Scholarship in 2006. Kenny and I spent multiple summer as Co-Counselors at Wilson and Covert elementary schools, and he was a wonderful mentor and friend. I’ve also had the privilege with Kenny’s younger brother Kevin as Co-Counselors. After graduating from Lehigh in 2010, I began my career at the accounting firm PricewaterhouseCoopers in New York City. I have since moved to Boston, but am still working at PricewaterhouseCoopers and loving it. Looking at the long list of successful recipients, it makes me feel great to see that Kenny’s memory carries on."
- Ricky Motschwiller, March 2013
"I had the honor of receiving the first Kenny Pribil Jr. Scholarship in 2006. Kenny and I spent multiple summer as Co-Counselors at Wilson and Covert elementary schools, and he was a wonderful mentor and friend. I’ve also had the privilege with Kenny’s younger brother Kevin as Co-Counselors. After graduating from Lehigh in 2010, I began my career at the accounting firm PricewaterhouseCoopers in New York City. I have since moved to Boston, but am still working at PricewaterhouseCoopers and loving it. Looking at the long list of successful recipients, it makes me feel great to see that Kenny’s memory carries on."
- Ricky Motschwiller, March 2013
