Endowment Funds
The Office of Institutional Advancement is proud to oversee a growing number of named endowment funds that have been established to provide financial assistance in perpetuity to students who wish to attend La Salle College High School. In most instances, the individuals who established these funds outlined specific criteria for disbursing the annual interest earnings on the funds. These funds have been established by alumni, parents and friends of La Salle College High School. If you are interested in establishing a named endowment fund, please contact Dan McGowan, Vice President Institutional Advancement at 215-402-4809.
View the Current Endowment Funds
The Lisa Agnew Scholarship in honor of John T. “JT” Reis ’14 and Brandon P. Reis ’17, established in 2017 the scholarship will support a David Program tuition for a deserving student who qualifies for financial aid and demonstrates a strong work ethic and demonstrated desire to succeed.
The A. Edward Allinson ’52 Grant Fund, established in 1999, provides financial assistance to students demonstrating need.
The Alumni Association Grant Fund, established in 1997, provides financial assistance to sons and grandsons of alumni.
The Brother Andrew Bartley, FSC Scholarship Fund, established in 1997, provides financial assistance to students demonstrating need.
The Brother Kevin Strong, F.S.C. Award for Chorus Fund, established in 2020, by the Corr Family, the fund provies an award to a graduating senior in recognition of his participation in the Choral Program.
The James & Barbara Basile Grant Fund, established in 1998 by James Basile, Esq., ’82 to honor his parents and provide financial assistance to students from the Roxborough area of Philadelphia.
The Robert S. Blasi Family Trust Fund, established in 1987 by the Hon. and Mrs. Robert S. Blasi, funds the Principal’s Medal at graduation for the senior with the highest scholastic average for four years.
The Amadio Buccini ’59 Scholarship Fund, established in 2001, provides financial assistance to students demonstrating need.
The Carr Family Fund, established in 2014 by Susan and Michael T. Carr ’62 in memory of his parents Emile and Anne Carr, and brother CPT Donald J. Carr, USAF ’70, the fund provides financial assistance to students demonstrating need with a special consideration of students from Our Lady of Hope (formerly Holy Child) parish.
The Frank Cassidy ’08 Endowment Fund, established in 2024, provides financial assistance to students who have demonstrated financial need, with a preference to young men who are matriculating form St. Genevieve School, Flourtown, PA or from Springfield Township, Montgomery County, PA.
The Phil and Jane Cassidy Financial Aid Endowment Fund, established in 2001, provides financial assistance to students demonstrating need.
The Class of 1957 Endowment Fund, established in 2023 in honor of their 65th Reunion, the fund provides financial assistance to students with demonstrated need with a preference for students residing in the City of Philadelphia.
The Class of 1958 William R. Regli Endowment Fund, established in 2018 in memory of their classmate, provides financial assistance to academically focused students that demonstrate need and participate in clubs and activities, for example, Robotics, Forensics and service initiatives. They must also have demonstrated leadership potential in these areas in their grade school communities.
The Class of 1965 Grant Fund, established in 2018 by the members of the Class of 1965, provides financial aid to students with demonstrated need
The Class of 1968 Endowment Fund, established in 2018 by the members of the Class of 1968 on the 50th Anniversary of their graduation, the fund provides financial aid to students with demonstrated need.
The Father Anthony W. Janton Class of 1969 Endowment Fund, established in 2013 by the members of the Class of 1969, provides financial assistance to students demonstrating need.
The Class of 1970 – Brother Carl Clayton, F.S.C. Endowment Fund, established in 2020 by the members of the Class of 1970 on the 50th Anniversary of their graduation, provides financial aid to students demonstrating need. The Fund celebrates the Lasallian brotherhood of the Class of ‘70 and honors a Christian Brother who dedicated nearly 25 years of his life to the young men at La Salle College High School.
The Class of 1972 Endowment Fund, established in 2022 by the members of the Class of 1972 on the 50th Anniversary of their graduation, the fund provides financial aid to students with demonstrated need.
The Class of 1973 Endowment Fund, established in 2023 in honor of their 50th Reunion, the fund provides financial assistance to deserving students.
The Class of 1973 Spirit Award Grant Fund, established in 2020 by the Colgan Foundation and Sean P. Colgan ’73, the fund’s purpose is to provide an endowment for a bursary to be given at graduation to the student who has worked the hardest to promote a healthy sense of participation and enthusiasm for the full range of activities at La Salle College High School.
The Class of 1974 Endowment Fund, established in 2014 by the members of the Class of 1974, provides financial assistance to students demonstrating need.
The Class of 1976 Endowment Fund, established in 2018 by the members of the Class of 1976, provides financial assistance to students demonstrating need.
The Class of 1979 Endowment Fund, established in 2014 by the members of the Class of 1979, provides financial assistance to students demonstrating need.
Class of 1984 – Brother Andrew Bartley, F.S.C. Grant Fund, established in 2019 on their 35th Reunion, provides financial assistance to students demonstrating need and recognizes a dedicated and accomplished Christian Brother who was such an eloquent, spirited ambassador for La Salle College High School.
The Class of 1985 Endowment Fund, established in 2014 by the members of the Class of 1985, provides financial assistance to students demonstrating need.
The Colgan Medal for History Grant Fund, established in 2020 by the Colgan Foundation and Sean P. Colgan ’73, the fund’s purpose is to provide an endowment for a bursary to be given annually at graduation to a student who has excelled in the subject of History.
The Beatrice Dachowski Trust Fund, established in 1983 by Dr. Edward Dachowski, in memory of his wife, Beatrice, provides an annual award to a graduating senior who best exemplifies the principles of St. John Baptist de La Salle and the Christian Brothers.
The D’Alfonso Family Scholarship Fund, established in 1998 by Bro. John D’Alfonso, FSC ’55 to honor his parents, John and Anna, provides financial assistance to students demonstrating need.
The Brother Kevin M. Dalmasse, FSC Forum Fund, established in 2014 by Nancy and David L. Bailin with contributions from James F. Basile, Esq. ’82 and Arthur J. Burke III, Esq ’85, the fund will provide financial support for the Speech & Debate Team to supplement the team’s budget.
The James & Mary Jo Danella Grant Fund, established in 1999, provides financial assistance to students from the Conshohocken area.
The David Program Fund, established in 2017, provides support for academic service for need-based students with specific learning needs to attend La Salle College High School, in addition to general support of the David Program.
The Dr. Thomas F. Devlin ’61 Memorial Fund, established in 2023, provides financial assistance to students who have demonstrated financial need, with a preference to young men who have previously demonstrated academic success.
The Richard D. DiBella ’71 Grant Fund, established in 2006, provides financial assistance to students demonstrating need.
The David T. Diehl ’55 Scholarship Fund, established in 2002, provides financial assistance to students demonstrating need.
The Donahue-Fitzpatrick Endowment Fund, established in 2006, provides financial assistance to students demonstrating need with special consideration to candidates from Philadelphia.
The Saint Katherine Drexel Scholarship Fund, established in 1998, provides financial assistance to students demonstrating need from the Gesu School and / or surrounding neighborhoods in North Philadelphia.
The Charles and Gertrude Dunleavy Grant Fund, established in 1999 by Charles E. Dunleavy, Jr. ’61 in honor of his parents. This fund provides financial assistance to deserving students with special consideration to candidates from the Wyndmoor area.
The Joseph Vincent Dunton Grant Fund, established in 2007, provides financial assistance to students demonstrating need with special consideration to candidates who are sons or grandsons of Philadelphia Police Officers primarily and Philadelphia Fire Fighters secondarily.
The Robert J. Durney ’57 Endowment Fund in memory of John H. and Marie C. Durney for La Salle College High School, established in 2007, provides financial assistance to students demonstrating need with special consideration to candidates of African-American descent graduating from St. Malachy School.
The James G. Dwyer ’53 Scholarship Fund, established in 1999, provides financial assistance to students demonstrating need.
The John Feeny ’64 Trust Fund, established in 1979 in his memory by his sisters and brothers, provides financial assistance to students demonstrating need.
The J.P. Fenningham ’93 Grant Fund provides financial assistance to students demonstrating need.
The John “Tex” Flannery ’40 Trust Fund, established in 1983 by friends of this distinguished alumnus and longtime football coach, on the occasion of his 25thyear as a coach at La Salle College High School.
The Harvey L. Fox ’51 Grant Fund, established by bequest in 2017, to provide financial assistance to students demonstrating financial need.
The Dr. Patrick J. and Charlotte A. Friel Endowment Fund, established in 2012 to provide financial assistance to a current African American student from North Philadelphia who has demonstrated financial need and has been identified as having the character traits to succeed at La Salle College High School.
The Tom & Caroline Gola ’41 Scholarship Fund, established in 2023, provides financial assistance to students who have demonstrated financial need.
The Brother Gratian Environmental Studies Award Endowment, established in 2016, provides financial assistance to students demonstrating financial need with an interest in Environmental Studies and a “love of the outdoors”.
The Haley Group Fund, established in 2004, provides financial assistance to students demonstrating need.
The Hansen Family Grant Fund, established in 2009, provides financial assistance to students demonstrating need.
The Hartzell Family Award, established in 2014 by the Hartzell family – Scott, Jeanne, Shawn and Bridget, the award provides a graduation prize for a student in the David Program in recognition of perseverance and strong positive conviction to God, family and School.
The Hathaway Grant Fund provides financial assistance to students demonstrating need.
The Clark J. Hopkins ’62 Scholarship Fund, established in 2007, provides financial assistance to students demonstrating need with special consideration to candidates who demonstrate a true sense of the meaning and value of friendship.
The Hughes Family Grant Fund provides financial assistance to students demonstrating need.
The John J. Kane Trust Fund, established in 1986 by John E. Kane ’75 in memory of his father, provides financial assistance to fatherless boys.
The John T. Kelly ’41 Endowment Fund, established in 2024, provides financial assistance to students who have demonstrated financial need.
The Matty Ice Kelly ’03 Endowment Fund, established in 2023 in memory of Matthew M. Kelly ’03, provides financial aid with a preference for young men with a desire to attend La Salle for its rich Academics, and with a preference to students who participate in the Soccer Program.
The Brother Richard Kestler, FSC ’60 Fund, established in 2012, in honor of Brother Richard’s legacy by perpetuating the missions of Saint John Baptist de La Salle and the Christian Brothers, by providing access to a Lasallian education to deserving young men.
The S. Richard Klinges, III Esq. and Elizabeth J. Klinges Charitable Trust established in 2011, provides financial aid for students with an interest in music.
The Koller Scholarship Fund, established in 2007, provides financial assistance to students demonstrating need with special consideration to candidates of sound academic potential living in the Roxborough/Manayunk/Andorra area.
The Michael Adam Krulikowski Endowment Fund, established in 2017, in his memory by his wife, Susan and children, Caitlin, Thomas '09 and Matthew '13. The fund provides financial assistance to a student with a parent on short or long term work disability with cancer or other illness, or to a student experiencing psychological or adjustment difficulties. Preference is given to a student with logistical transportation demands.
The Patrick Leahy Scholarship Fund, established in 2000, provides financial assistance to students demonstrating need.
The Howard R. and Jennie Leary Grant Fund, established in 2000, provides financial assistance to sons of police officers and firefighters.
The Lehman Family Scholarship Fund provides financial assistance to students demonstrating need and exceptional potential.
The Dylan J. Leskusky ’26 Scholarship Fund, established in 2024, provides financial assistance to students who have demonstrated financial need, with a preference for young men form St. Helena’s School in Blue Bell who display kindness and optimism.
The Liberatore-Trembaly Teacher Professional Development Fund, established in 2021 by Robert G. Liberatore '67, the fund provides funding for professional development opportunities for the faculty of La Salle College High School.
The Frank J. Lichtner Scholarship Fund, established in 2016, in memory of Frank, the fund provides financial assistance to young men with demonstrated need with a preference to students with an expressed interest in the swimming program.
The Beth Luce Memorial Grant Fund, established in 2014 by her husband Bill, sons Max '07 and Nick '10. The Grant Fund provides financial assistance to graduates of La Salle Academy who demonstrate financial need.
The Matthew J. Madden ’03 Scholarship Grant Fund, established in 2018, the fund’s purpose is to provide financial assistance to students who have demonstrated financial need with a preference for students matriculating from Norwood Fontbonne Academy.
The Joe Magarity Endowment Fund, established in 2021 by John Butler Class of ’91 to Promote Diversity, Educational Opportunity & Life Skills.
The Julia K. and John F. Maher Fund, established in 2017, provides support for mission and ministry initiatives at La Salle.
The John-David Mallach ’96 Endowment Grant Fund, established in 2017, provides financial assistance to students who have demonstrated financial need and will be participating in the Football and/or Baseball athletic programs
The 1st Lt. Travis Manion, USMC ’99 Grant Fund, established in 2007, provides financial assistance to a current student demonstrating need who has been identified as having the character traits that embodied Travis Manion during his years as a student at La Salle College High School.
The Christopher Matthews ’63 Grant Fund provides financial assistance to students demonstrating need from the city of Philadelphia.
The Michael ("FastMikie") McCafferty '60 Grant Fund provides financial assistance to students demonstrating need.
The David T. McCarthy ’66 Scholarship Fund, established in 1999 by his family and friends, provides financial assistance to students demonstrating need.
The Mary E. and Robert F. McMackin ’45 Endowment Fund, established in 2023, provides financial assistance to students demonstrating need.
The Timothy J. McNichol ’97 Grant Fund provides financial assistance to students who show tremendous potential as a person and student who otherwise could not attend La Salle without financial assistance.
The Meehan Family Fund, established in 2021, the fund provides financial assistance to students demonstrating need, with a preference for students enrolled in the David Program.
The Jack Meehan '38 Trust Fund, established in 1989 by his family. Mr. Meehan, an affiliate Christian Brother, was a long time benefactor of La Salle. This fund provides financial assistance to students demonstrating need.
The Ernest J. and Muriel F. Mehr Trust Fund, established in 1985 by Muriel Mehr, retired faculty member, in memory of her husband. This fund provides financial assistance to students demonstrating need.
The Lt. Keith T. Melinson ’86 Medal & $1,000 Award for Leadership and Public Service Endowment Fund, established in 2024, provides an annual $1,000 award to be granted with the medal to a graduating senior who has either accepted an appointment to one of the United States Military Academies or will be attending University in the Reserve Officers' Training Corps or attending University to pursue a career in Public Service.
The Menno Family Endowment Fund, established in 2009 by Arthur P. Menno in memory of his wife, Anne. This fund provides financial assistance to students demonstrating need who are of Italian heritage.
The Men of La Salle Endowment Fund assures that no student of La Salle College High School will have his education interrupted due to the death of a primary wage earner.
The Miles Miller ’04 Grant Fund, established in 2004, provides financial assistance to students demonstrating need.
The J. Anthony Mitchell ’56 Grant Fund, established in 2000, the fund provides financial assistance to a junior or senior student who displays exceptional writing skills and who is in need of tuition assistance.
The Joseph L. Moran ’45 Trust Fund, established in 1976 by La Salle College High School Alumni, provides monies for an outstanding student of Spanish to study/travel to a Spanish-speaking country in the summer preceding his junior year.
The Nautilus Scholarship Fund, established in 2021 by John “Jack” McKeown ’70, the fund supports students who have demonstrated financial need and experienced the death of a parent, prior to their enrollment at La Salle College High School.
The James J. Osborne ’56 Fund, established in 2023, provides financial aid to young men who have shown extraordinary integrity and excel in academics and sports.
The Joseph Parisi Endowment Fund, established in 2022, provides financial assistance to students demonstrating need with a preference to young men participating in the Boys & Girls Club of Philadelphia.
The Frank M. Ponti ’56 Grant Fund, established in 2006, provides financial assistance to students demonstrating need.
The Joseph M. Queenan ’65 Scholarship Fund, established in 2004, provides financial assistance to students demonstrating need.
The Frank & Mary Radomski ’40 Trust Fund, established in 1989 in his memory by the Radomski Family, provides financial assistance to students demonstrating need.
The Brother James Rieck, FSC '57 Fund for Service and Spirituality, established in 2013, the fund provides financial assistance to students demonstrating need to participate in service, ministry, and spirituality programs; particularly, summer service and immersion programs.
The Robert J. Riethmiller, Jr. ’55 Scholarship Fund, established in 2024, provides financial assistance to students who have demonstrated financial need with a preference for students coming from Saint Helena’s Parish, Philadelphia.
The Donald R. Roessler, Sr. ’54 Grant Fund, established in 2014 by Kenneth M. Roessler ’80 in honor of his father, the fund will provide financial aid with a preference to young men of diverse backgrounds who desire to make a difference in their communities.
The Russomano Family Fund, established in 2023 by Aimee and Frank Russomano, provides financial aid with a preference for students who have a potential to be first generation college students.
The David and Elizabeth Savaiano Grant Fund, established in 2001, provides financial assistance to students demonstrating need.
The Mae Kutzer Schmitt Fund, established in 1983 by John Schmitt ’58 to honor his mother, provides aid to a “La Salle student of character and promise”.
The Zachary K. Seigel ’10 Grant Fund, established in 2016, provides financial assistance to students who have demonstrated financial need and to establish a Character Award to a member of the Rowing Team.
The Mother Seton Endowment Fund, established in 2016, will distribute need to sons of families in financial distress. This fund is in honor of Mother Elizabeth Ann Seton, who founded the Sisters of Charity and was canonized in 1975. The Mother Seton Endowment, a permanently restricted grant, accepts gifts of any size from anyone who supports its mission.
The Ann J. and Hugh A. Sharp Grant Fund, established in 2019 by Hugh T. Sharp ’47, the fund provides financial assistance to students demonstrating financial need.
The Brother Robert F. Shea, FSC Trust Fund, established in 1990 by Brother Robert from gifts that he received on the occasion of his 25th anniversary as a Christian Brother, provides financial assistance to students demonstrating need.
The Elizabeth B. Slabinski Scholarship Fund, provides financial assistance to students demonstrating need from the city of Philadelphia.
The Society of The Friendly Sons of St. Patrick for The Relief of Emigrants from Ireland and The La Salle College High School Class of ‘86 Endowed Scholarship in Memory of Keith T. Melinson ’86, established in 2021 by the Melinson Family and the Friendly Sons of St. Patrick, the fund provides financial aid to students who demonstrate financial need and who are of Irish Heritage.
The Stand by Steve: Stephen P. Stanton ’09 Memorial Foundation Grant Fund, provides financial assistance to students who have demonstrated financial need, particularly those participating in the Music Program.
The Brother Fred Stelmach, FSC ’46 Endowed Scholarship Fund, established in 1996 by La Salle College High School alumni and friends of Brother Fred, provides financial assistance to students demonstrating need.
The Dr. Michael Evan Sullivan ’58 Scholarship Endowment Fund, established in 2023, provides financial assistance to students who have demonstrated financial need, with a preference for a young man residing with his divorced mother.
The Gerald A. Tremblay ’53 Scholarship Fund provides financial assistance to students demonstrating need from the city of Philadelphia who demonstrate exceptional ability and promise.
The William H. Vincent, Jr. ’56 Grant Fund provides financial assistance to students demonstrating need.
The Karl and Mary-Elizabeth von Lipsey Scholarship Fund, established in 2009 by Roderick K. von Lipsey ’76, provides financial assistance to students of demonstrated need, who possess scholastic aptitude and growth potential, and whose principal financial sponsor is a public servant/employee.
The Robert J. Walker ’52 Scholarship Fund, established in 2002, provides financial assistance to students demonstrating need.
The Andrew Wallace ’92 Endowment Fund provides financial assistance to students demonstrating need.
The Brother Anthony Wallace Trust Fund, established in 1986 by Thomas J. Ryan ’60 in honor of Brother Anthony and his many years of devoted service at La Salle, provides financial assistance to students demonstrating need.
The Florence M. Ward Scholarship Fund, established in 1990 by the Class of 1950 in honor of Mrs. Ward, former Director of Alumni Affairs, on the occasion of her retirement.
The Kathleen Watts Scholarship Fund, established in 2022, the fund provides financial assistance to students who have demonstrated financial need, with a preference for inner-city Philadelphia students with an additional preference for kids from Boys and Girls Club of Philadelphia.
The Joseph W. Wesner ’73 Scholarship Fund, established in 2002, awarded by the art department to talented current students.
The John Whalen ’67 Grant Fund, established in 2006, provides financial assistance to students demonstrating need.
The 180 Degrees Fund, established in 2012, to fulfill the mission of the Christian Brothers by providing a scholarship to a deserving young man – changing one life 180 degrees, one La Salle degree at a time.
If you are interested in establishing a named endowment fund, please contact Mr. Daniel McGowan, Vice President of Institutional Advancement at 215-402-4809.