Chaves Memorial Scholarship
About the Scholarship
The Jack Chaves Scholarship was established in 2017 by Jack's grandchildren to honor his life by providing annual scholarship grants to Sacred Heart University students that engage in non-profit service outside of the classroom aimed at solving societal challenges suffered by the disadvantaged. Mr. Chaves who was a beloved Portuguese immigrant and family patriarch, who was committed to higher education regardless of socioeconomic and cultural challenges presented to him. The youngest of eight, he was only able to finish the fifth grade before family responsibilities took precedent over personal achievement. Through hard work and with the support of family and friends, he achieved the "American Dream," including sending his only child and grandchildren to college.
Student Recipient
Julianna Leiva Lopez
Donate
To make a donation by check, make checks payable to Sacred Heart University and mail to:
Sacred Heart University
University Advancement
5151 Park Avenue
Fairfield, CT 06825