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The Pasadena Police Officers Association Scholarship Awards Program, initiated in 1989 (with a $2,000 check donated by movie producer Brian Grazer), grew out of a desire to give something back to the community. It was decided to accomplish this by awarding scholarship funds to graduating seniors who desire a college education but need financial assistance to further their educational goals.
The Scholarship Committee established that a minimum of two awards would be given each year. This has since increased to four: two Police Awards (in the amounts of $500 and $1,000) given to dependents of current or retired police officers, and two Community Awards (in the amounts of $500 and $1,000) given to Pasadena high school seniors planning to major in the law enforcement field.
Since 1989, the P.P.O.A. has assisted 58 graduates by awarding $43,250 in funds. Former Officer Lyle Wilson established an annual endowment of $1,000 in his name from 1991-2003. Currently we have community sponsors and would welcome any additional financial support of our efforts to assist qualified recipients in meeting their educational goals. We welcome your assistance!
2007 Scholarship Luncheon Photos
At the luncheon, recipients received a
nice certificate along with the announcement of their scholarship award.
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PPOA President Robert Mercado welcomes
everyone.
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The luncheon was attended by both
members of Pasadena Police Dept. and the recipients families.
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2007 Scholarship recipients L to R: Schuyler Sandeen, Asia Hardy, Jessica Carrillo and Aaron Craddolph.
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