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As a first-generation Afro-Latina student, that belief made all the difference. Through the mentorship of Executive Director Mrs. Mahoney, I found unwavering encouragement and a network of students, alumni, board members, and program affiliates who celebrated my ambitions, helped me navigate challenges, and inspired me to pursue opportunities I never imagined possible—including studying abroad in Italy, mission trips to Puerto Rico, student conferences across the nation, and internships with attorneys, judges, non-profit organizations and more. The Fred Schaufeld Scholarship Program provides more than financial support. It is a community that empowers you to dream bigger, reach higher, and become the person you aspire to be. This community is what it has become due to Mrs.Mahoney’s diligence and the participation of each student accepted. Each year there are numerous social gatherings, academic workshops, program interviews and more, each event being an opportunity to meet new faces and see familiar ones. I have had the pleasure of aiding the Executive Director with these events where I have built lifelong relationships and, by assisting with these events, found meaningful ways to give back to the program Fred Schaufeld so graciously founded and that has given so much to me and the Westbury community. As Maya Angelou so powerfully wrote, “Just like moons and like suns, with the certainty of tides, just like hopes springing high, still [we] rise.”” – JESSICA E. GILBERT B.A. in Political Science & Paralegal Certification, Molloy University, 2026 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/603549728b84161d50f534d9/f20a139e-e795-424c-be82-f4339c6a80c1/headshot-2_crop.jpg Testimonials “The Fred Schaufeld Scholarship Program has been life-changing for me. It has given me invaluable mentorship and opportunities that have helped me succeed in ways I never thought possible. As a first-generation student, navigating the college experience can be daunting and challenging. But with the help of this program and Mrs. Mahoney, I have discovered the value of tenacity, initiative, and belonging. The program provided the tools and resources I needed to overcome obstacles, thrive, and grow as a person. I am grateful for the support of this program and the neverending generosity of Fred and Karen Schaufeld. It has been a transformative experience, enabling me to follow my ambitions and never feel limited.” – KEVIN VELASQUEZ B.S. in Computer Science, Johns Hopkins University, 2023. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/603549728b84161d50f534d9/c7afb1dd-6534-46db-9724-6902a8e485ce/IMG_8906.jpg Testimonials - Make it stand out "Without the Fred Schaufeld Scholarship Program, I would not be where I am today. Through the scholarship's support, I achieved my dreams and more: studying abroad in Beijing, China, and Florence, Italy, and landing prestigious finance internships. FSSP made it possible for me to experience college to its fullest, ensuring that being a first-generation student was never a barrier. I was able to participate in activities and travel that would not have been possible without the program's support. Mrs. Mahoney has been one of my biggest supporters throughout the years ever since I joined the program as a duckling. She taught me my favorite concept: your personal board. Public and private companies have boards that help make executive decisions. In the same manner, each individual has their own personal board made up of those closest to them. Following Mrs. Mahoney's advice, I have constructed the correct board in my personal life. FSSP doesn't just help students reach for the stars, it gives us the support to land among them” – ISAÍAS NAZARENO VILATO B.A. in Global Studies, Philosophy and allied fields, and Economics University of Chicago, 2026 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/603549728b84161d50f534d9/628693d7-4acc-4992-9ca8-1e0d601be9d8/Lumii_crop.jpg Testimonials “The day I received the phone call from Mrs. Mahoney that I was selected as a scholar for the FSSP program, my life changed. Little did I know that this scholarship was going to mean so much to me than just financial assistance while embarking on a new 4 year academic journey. Ever since I started college up until today 9 years later; this scholarship, Mrs. Mahoney continue to be my guiding light as I walk through the many different phases in my life personally and professionally. The scholarships offered me many resources which I would have not received had I not been accepted as a scholar. From opportunities to work and learn from board members to internships offers, continuing degree and professional development courses, the amount of support I have received from this program has gone beyond what I first imagined it to be. I am thankful that the program offered me a community where I have people whom I can lean on and people who truly care about my life in all ways and are always rooting for my success.” – CLAIRIOLA ETIENNE Clinical Research Associate, Parexel M.S. in Translation Medicine/City College of New York, 2021 B.A in Biology, French and Francophone Studies, Vassar College, 2018 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/603549728b84161d50f534d9/2333baee-db18-492e-859d-9b7ab58d1575/IMG_0415.jpg Testimonials - Make it stand out “Thank you for believing in me long before I earned the title of doctor. Thank you for every recommendation letter, every word of encouragement, and every act of support along the way. Your influence has shaped my journey in ways that go far beyond my academics, and I will always be grateful. “You never treated scholarship recipients as numbers or names on a list. You treated us like a family”” – KRISTA DAVY M.D.-Doctor of Medicine, Primary Care, CUNY School of Medicine, 2025 B.S. in Biomedical Sciences, The City College of New York, 2021 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/603549728b84161d50f534d9/afdad7d6-2baf-4a1a-996a-64c4ce921016/7a66c2a9-3c89-4da3-8bb7-8e07dfeab4f7.jpg Testimonials - Make it stand out “The Fred Schaufeld Scholarship Program didn't just help me financially - it transformed my entire college experience and helped shape the woman I am today. What they gave me went far beyond financial relief. It was the feeling of being truly seen. I walked into classrooms, conferences, and new opportunities knowing there were people who believed in me, people who wanted me to succeed just as much as I did. Their encouragement pushed me out of my comfort zone and into leadership roles, including serving as president for SHPE. That was the moment I realized someone had already envisioned me as a leader long before I saw it in myself. During college, I also worked for Delta Air Lines to gain real-world exposure in my field, and even then, the FSSP community stayed present. The mentorship, the check-ins, and the genuine belief Mrs. Mahoney and the Schaufelds had in me made every challenge feel a little lighter. Their support gave me the confidence to keep going when everything felt overwhelming. Looking back, I can see clearly that this program didn't just help me get through college; it helped me grow, stay grounded, and keep moving forward when quitting felt easier. I tell people I graduated from college debt-free, but I honestly owe it all to Mrs. Mahoney and the Schaufelds.” – MARILYN MARTINEZ B.S. in Mechanical Engineering, Vaughn College, 2025. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/603549728b84161d50f534d9/e82c093a-d855-4017-ae0e-ef22f2ee6823/Gaby_resized.jpg Testimonials “What does it mean to be a part of the Fred Schaufeld Scholarship Program (FSSP) - the answer is simple. It means being a part of a family who will unconditionally support you at your highest and will always be there to lean on when you are at your lowest. I never imagined that upon receiving the scholarship, in 2015, I would receive a call from my future school, American University, that would leave me in tears because I could not afford attending the university. I didn’t know anyone who attended college, and my first call was to Mrs. Mahoney. At the time, the little she knew about me, came from my interviews. Despite that, she advocated on my behalf to see what could be done with my predicament. With every road leading to the same answer, I began to say goodbye to the idea that I would be attending American University and began to look into other options because I wanted to go to college. Upon deciding that I would attend a local university, I received a call and was asked, “Do you want to attend American University?”. My answer was an astounding YES, but I didn’t understand why the question was being asked; that door was as good as closed in my eyes. It was then that Mrs. Mahoney delivered the news to me that the founder of FSSP, Fred Schaufeld, decided to take a chance on me - a 17-year-old first-generation immigrant who came from a low-income background and minority-majority school, all the statistics were against me succeeding at a University. But all of the statistics didn’t matter to Mr. Schaufeld, he believed in me, and having attended American University’s Law School, he knew what kind of experience I would be missing out on if I did not attend. FSSP provided me with the financial assistance I needed to attend American University. During the conversation, I was told: “you’re a star, and we won’t let money be the reason to stop your shine.” Looking back, that is one of my most painful but joyful memories. When I was at my lowest, the program provided me with an opportunity that altered my life. I attended American University (AU) and graduated early in 2018 with over a 3.5 GPA, a degree in Law & Society with a minor in Spanish, and a Certificate of Translation. Fast forward to May 2022, I became a part of the 2% of Lawtinas and I work at the top immigration firm. None of this would have been possible without FSSP’s decision to invest in me and my success. Anyone who becomes an FSSP scholar is welcome with open arms to a community that will show up for them in whatever way they need, and that distinguishes us from other programs. We are a family.” – GABRIELA REYES VENTURA, J.D B.A., Law & Society, American University, 2018 Juris Doctorate, CUNY School of Law, 2022