Salerno Catholic Education Fund
The Salerno Catholic Education Fund's mission is to support Catholic education in the Notre Dame Schools of Utica, NY.
Overview
Notre Dame Schools has created an endowment fund in the name of the Salerno family in honor of Father Joseph Salerno and his unwavering dedication to Catholic education.
Ordained May 3, 1980, Father Joe's 43 years of service included stints in Endicott, Binghamton, Lee Center and New Hartford. His last appointment of over two decades was pastor of Our Lady of Lourdes in Utica, now the parish of Mary Mother of Our Savior. He formerly served as police and fire chaplain. An avid supporter of Catholic Education, Father Joe is a former board member of Notre Dame Schools in Utica; he currently sits as board chair of the Community Foundation of Herkimer and Oneida Counties.
The Salerno Catholic Education Fund supports Notre Dame Schools' educational endeavors, including helping families by providing them with financial aid to assist with tuition costs.
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Grant Information
The Salerno Catholic Education Fund aims to support Catholic education at Notre Dame Schools of the Syracuse Diocese, high school and elementary school (grades K - 12). Grants will be made available for the 2025-2026 academic year.
Please review the following criteria prior to applying to see if you qualify.
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Financial support/awards are need-based. Each family seeking support must file a financial aid application with FACTS Management.
Awards will be distributed to those families demonstrating financial need.