Welch’s and National Grape Cooperative announce scholarship

Eligible students are invited to compete for three $1,000 scholarships to the State University of New York at Fredonia as a result of a scholarship fund created by Welch’s and the National Grape Cooperative for its employees and grower-owners.

Established through the Fredonia College Foundation, the Welch’s/National scholarships have been awarded since 1996. Scholarship applications are now available for students who will be attending SUNY Fredonia in the academic year commencing in the fall of 2008. Any child or grandchild of a Welch’s or National Grape employee or member in New York, Pennsylvania, Ohio or Canada is eligible for the scholarship.

Applications are due May 10. Interested candidates, who must have applied or have already been accepted to SUNY Fredonia for the Fall 2007 academic year, should contact the National Grape Cooperative office at 2 S. Portage St., Westfield, N.Y. 716-326-5200.

“As a brand that is committed to the well-being of families – with a line of wholesome, quality products – our dedication transcends nutrition for the body to include feeding the mind,” said Jennifer Marino, director of marketing services at Welch’s. Marino continued, “As such, our support of continuing education will remain a hallmark commitment by Welch’s for this and future generations.”

About Welch’s and National Grape Cooperative

Welch’s, National Grape Cooperative’s processing and marketing subsidiary, is the world’s leading marketer of Concord and Niagara grape-based products, including grape juice and jelly. The company produces a variety of other fruit-based products, including 100% juices, juice cocktails, and drinks in the following forms: single serve, bottled, refrigerated, and frozen and shelf-stable concentrates. In addition, Welch’s produces a number of fruit spread products under both the Welch’s and BAMA brand names. Visit Welch’s web site. 

National Grape has over 1300 grower-owners in Washington, New York, Pennsylvania, Ohio and Michigan. Visit the National Grape web site.

About SUNY Fredonia

SUNY Fredonia is a comprehensive university offering more than 55 majors and degrees at the undergraduate and graduate level. National magazines have consistently recognized SUNY Fredonia for its quality and cost effectiveness.