New Endowed Funds & Scholarships

We are grateful for the following endowed funds and scholarships that were created during the campaign to help our Cadets.

Odilo Blanco’55 Endowed Scholarship was created by the Blanco family and the Chatham Foundation in 2018 to help a young man from an immigrant family or first-generation American who is in need of financial assistance. Odilo Blanco ’55 was a proud BC Cadet, recipient of the Father Rafael Arthur Award as a senior, served on the Board of Directors, and winner of the Koszewski Award, BC’s distinguished alumni award.

Roger Elmore ’66 Senior Golf Team Captain Award was established in 2021 by Roger Elmore who was the first BC senior golf team captain. Over his four years his leadership was instrumental in assuring the long-term success of BC’s golf team. This award is presented at the conclusion of the golf season to the senior captain of the BC golf team.

Hissam Family Endowed Scholarship was established in 2023 by Jimmy ‘93 & Christine Hissam. It will award a partial scholarship annually to a Cadet in need of financial assistance who is described as a great young man by his teachers and peers and is a true gentleman who would give more than he would ever ask for in return.

John Mokray ‘82 Endowed Scholarship was created in 2016 by John’s sisters: Teresa (Jeff) Gasser and Sally (Mallie) Seckinger. It is aimed at assisting young men coming from economically challenged families. The spirt of the scholarship is to, “give a young man a chance to achieve something great.”

Clayton Moore ’45 and Joe Moore ’78 Endowed Scholarship was established in 2014 to honor the memory of Clayton and his son Joe. The scholarship is to provide financial assistance to a rising senior in need of aid, who is dedicated to BC, involved in many activities, and is a four year JROTC participant.

James Murrin ’14 and Michael Murrin ’48 Endowed Scholarship was created by James Murrin ’41 in 2019 who remembered Benedictine is his will and joined the 1902 Heritage Society. Through his estate plan, he established an endowed scholarship in honor of his father and brother who were both BC graduates.

LTC John M. Owens III ’61 Endowed Scholarship was established in 2015 in honor of our Senior Army Instructor from 1986 until his retirement in 2015. This scholarship was made possible by the Chatham Foundation and many BC contributors who made gifts in tribute of LTC Owens. It is presented to a Cadet in need of financial assistance who embodies the leadership and drive of LTC Owens ’61.

Beau Roberts Endowed Scholarship was created by Beau’s family and friends in 2020 to honor his life and memory. The recipient of the scholarship must be in need of financial assistance, be in good standing and character, and receive services from the Barlow Learning Center because of a identified learning difference. He must also love BC, be kind, gracious and well mannered. He must also be willing to “pay it forward.”

Art & Mary Schmitt Endowed Scholarship was established in 2022 to honor the Schmitt and Fogarty families. The recipient of the scholarship must be in need financial assistance, intend to stay in JROTC all four years, be involved in extra-curricular activities, is be described as a great young man who loves Benedictine.

LaRue Woods Endowed Scholarship was created through an estate gift by Mrs. LaRue Woods as she remembered BC in her will. The recipient of the scholarship must a participating Catholic in need of financial assistance, be in good standing and character, have a “3.0” average or better, be involved in extracurricular activities and community service, and demonstrate a good attitude.

Fr. Frank Ziemkiewicz, O.S.B. Endowed Scholarship was created by Mr. Sam Costanzo, one of Father Frank’s lifelong friends, to honor the service and commitment of our beloved Headmaster, this need-based scholarship recognizes a Cadet who displays outstanding character, honor, and discipline.