- $2,000 scholarship awarded to a high school senior currently living or going to school in Hartford.
- Holds a cumulative Grade Point Average (GPA) of 2.5 or higher on a 4.0 scale.
- Applying to, accepted to and/or attending an accredited 4-year college.
- One (1) Letter of Recommendation
- $2,000 scholarship awarded to a high school senior applying to, accepted to and/or attending an accredited 4-year historically black college or university.
- One (1) Letter of Recommendation
- $2,000 scholarship awarded to a graduating senior applying to and/or attending an accredited 4-year college.
- One (1) Letter of Recommendation required.
- Recommendation must identify the applicant's commitment to academics, sportsmanship, and community.
In honor of Johnny "School Boy" Taylor
- $2,000 educational assistance award is awarded to a high school senior committed to post-secondary education including but not limited to 2-year community college and trade school.
In honor of Detective Robert "Bobby" Garten, a true hero who dedicated his life to serving and protecting others, the Detective Robert "Bobby" Garten Memorial Scholarship is awarded to a Greater Hartford Area student who is the child of an individual who currently or has previously served in law enforcement. This $2,000 scholarship is designed to support students pursuing higher education in law enforcement or related fields that focus on protecting and serving the community, continuing the legacy of dedication to service that Detective Garten embodied.
Applicants should be residents of the Greater Hartford Area and be the child of an active or retired law enforcement officer, including police officers, sheriffs, state troopers, and others in similar roles. The scholarship is open to students pursuing a degree or certification in law enforcement or fields that contribute to the protection and service of the community, such as criminal justice, public safety, or emergency services. It is available to students at both the undergraduate and graduate levels.
This award is funded by The Detective Robert "Bobby" Garten Memorial Fund, ensuring that Detective Garten’s passion for justice and commitment to service will continue to inspire future generations of professionals dedicated to making their communities safer.