Dear Student,

The Trustees of the Wood-Ridge Memorial Foundation are continuing their program of awarding scholarships to Wood-Ridge residents graduating from accredited secondary schools. Each application will be judged by a group of citizens representing various organizations and associations. These judges will make their recommendations to the Foundation's Board of Trustees who a re responsible for the final selections.

These grants are to further a student's education and are not limited exclusively to four-year colleges. Applications for community colleges, technical schools, and vocational/trade schools are also welcome.

Each applicant should download the form, fill in the fields directly on the form (a fillable PDF), save it to their computer, then print it out, sign it and have it signed by a parent/guardian and the principal/administrator. The application and all supporting documents must be ONE-SIDED only.

Please forward the signed, completed application together with one copy of your academic transcript including PSAT and SAT/ACT scores, class rank, Common App Essay, and any other pertinent data to:

Anne Gilio Turtoro 
WRMF Selection Committee c/o Josephine Carusone 
Kearny Bank 
250 Valley Boulevard 
Wood-Ridge, NJ 07075

Completed applications and supporting documents may be dropped off at Kearny Bank during operating hours. If you have any questions, please email Anne Gilio Turtoro, aturtoro@gmail.com.

Completed applications must be received by the Foundation office by Thursday, April 2, 2026. Applications received after that date will NOT be considered.

Thank you, and we wish you success in your efforts to further your education.

Very truly yours, 
WRMF Foundation Selection Committee

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