Charles V. Costello Memorial Scholarship
The Charles V. Costello Memorial Scholarship was established in 2002 by Mrs. Beverly Costello and AVRE to honor the life and legacy of her husband, Charles V. Costello. A dedicated AVRE Board Member and respected community leader, Mr. Costello experienced vision loss later in life and was passionate about helping others achieve independence and success.
Each year, AVRE awards one or more scholarships to students who are legally blind or visually impaired and are pursuing higher education or vocational training. Scholarship awards are intended to help students achieve their educational and career goals.
Eligibility
Applicants must:
- Be legally blind or visually impaired.
- Be accepted to or enrolled in an accredited college, university, vocational school, or other post-secondary training program.
- Live in or attend school within one of the New York or Pennsylvania counties served by AVRE.
Students pursuing careers in science, technology, business, healthcare, education, or other professional fields are encouraged to apply. All degree and certificate programs are welcome.
Scholarship applications are typically available each year, with awards presented during the summer for the upcoming fall semester.
If you are interested in applying, please contact AVRE for current application materials, eligibility requirements, deadlines, and award information.
Support the Scholarship Fund
Donations to the Charles V. Costello Memorial Scholarship Fund help provide educational opportunities for students who are blind or visually impaired. Contributions of any amount are appreciated and help invest in the future of deserving students.
Additional Scholarships Opportunities
Students may also be eligible for scholarships offered by other organizations serving individuals who are blind or visually impaired, including the National Federation of the Blind and other state and national organizations. Contact AVRE for additional scholarship resources and application information.