Each year HVAA awards four scholarships for exceptional high school senior students pursuing secondary education. This year's deadline for receiving your completed application is April 15th. The HVAA Board must receive all submissions by that date.  All applications will be submitted electronically.

Emmanuel Collazo Service Award

Dedicated to the memory of Emmanuel “Manny” Collazo, HVAA participant, Volunteer, Lower Moreland High School graduate, Penn State graduate, Army ROTC 2nd Lieutenant, and son of a past HVAA Board member.

A $500 scholarship will be awarded annually to an eligible graduating high school senior who is going on to pursue a secondary education. Manny had a strong commitment to service and promoting child welfare services for those experiencing emotional, behavioral, and academic challenges. He ensured that they were empowered to reach their potential and lead productive, fulfilling lives. In keeping with this service, Manny was best known for not trying to change the system but instead focusing on helping one child at a time, therefore the recipient of this award must demonstrate high moral standards and character. This person will have experience with volunteering, organizing, or participating in activities that benefit or serve children 0 -12 who do not have the resources or are missing some of the most important basics of life.

CLICK HERE TO SUBMIT YOUR SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION ONLINE BY THE APRIL 15TH DEADLINE.

Steve Silverman Leadership Award 

Dedicated to the memory of Stephen H. Silverman, past President of HVAA Board of Directors and community servant, this $500 scholarship will be awarded annually to an eligible graduating high school senior who is going on to pursue a secondary education. In keeping with Steve Silverman’s passion and commitment to community service and youth development through positive activities, the recipient of this award must demonstrate high moral standards and character, leadership qualities, and a history of service to his/her community.

CLICK HERE TO SUBMIT YOUR SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION ONLINE BY THE APRIL 15TH DEADLINE.

Thomas Davenport Community Award

Dedicated to the memory of Thomas C. Davenport, an officer of the HVAA Board of Directors and proud Lower Moreland community member. This $500 scholarship will be awarded annually to an eligible Lower Moreland graduating high school senior who is going on to pursue a secondary education. In keeping with Thomas Davenport’s commitment to our community and athletics, the recipient of this award must be involved in LMHS athletics. They should have had a strong involvement in the HVAA programs and have demonstrated good sportsmanship and a sense of fair play. They must show a strong sense of commitment to HVAA.

CLICK HERE TO SUBMIT YOUR SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION ONLINE BY THE APRIL 15TH DEADLINE.

Kenneth J. Kaufman Integrity Award

Dedicated to the memory of Kenneth (Ken) J. Kaufman, volunteer, coach, community member, and father of a current HVAA Board member.  A $750 scholarship will be awarded annually to an eligible graduating Lower Moreland High School senior pursuing secondary education.  Ken had a strong commitment to helping kids and his community.  His generosity to his family and anyone who knew him speaks to his tremendous character.  He loved to coach, get involved, and teach golf, basketball, baseball and soccer.  Ken involved everyone in all his endeavors, showing great passion for life and everything around him. The recipient of this award must have integrity and a strong character in life, a LMHS senior, and be involved with HVAA for at least five seasons.  They must show a strong commitment to HVAA and our community.

CLICK HERE TO SUBMIT YOUR SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION ONLINE BY THE APRIL 15TH DEADLINE.