Reading Rotary Club awards $11,000 in scholarships
The Reading Rotary proudly recognized eleven outstanding local students with the prestigious Service Above Self Scholarship at its annual Installation and Scholarship Night, held on July 21 at Café Escadrille in Burlington, MA. The evening celebrated youth who exemplify Rotary’s core value of service above self through their volunteerism, leadership, and commitment to their communities. Reading Rotary awarded a total of $11,000.00 in scholarships at this event.
“These scholarships honor students who go beyond academics and demonstrate a sincere dedication to helping others,” said Amy Walsh, President of the Reading Rotary. “It is a privilege to support their educational journeys and celebrate their community spirit.”
This year’s Service Above Self Scholarship recipients are:
Austin Preparatory School
Brianna Ikier – attending Sacred Heart University
Colleen Simmons – attending Fairfield University
Malden Catholic High School
Devin Melly – attending Saint Anselm College
North Reading High School
Ava Araniz – attending Quinnipiac University
Hailey Labarge – attending University of Massachusetts Boston
Sofia Naulivou – attending Ithaca College
Addison Stetson – attending Wentworth Institute of Technology
Aniya Taneja – attending University of Massachusetts Amherst
Jackson Wesley – attending Providence College
Reading Memorial High School
Caitlin Derosa – attending Wesleyan University
Jeremiah Sanford – attending Wentworth Institute of Technology
The Reading Rotary’s Service Above Self Scholarship is awarded annually to graduating seniors who have made a meaningful impact through volunteerism and community engagement. The Club remains committed to supporting local youth and fostering a spirit of service in the next generation.
Recipients of the Service Above Self Scholarship at the annual Installation and Scholarship Night on held on July 21. Photo by the Reading Rotary Club.
About Reading Rotary:
Reading Rotary is a local chapter of Rotary International, a global humanitarian service organization. The Club is dedicated to community service, youth programs, and initiatives that support health, education, and peace both locally and internationally. For more information about the Reading Rotary and its programs, please visit ReadingMaRotary.org. Reading Rotary also organizes and runs the Reading Fall Street Faire (September 7, 2025) preparations in full swing. Volunteers are needed to plan and day of the Faire. To volunteer for the Reading Fall Street Faire or to join Reading Rotary, contact ReadingMaRotary@gmail.com