Scholarships for Graduating High School Seniors
Falmouth Road Race, Inc. has established a Scholarship Program for graduating high school students who reside in Falmouth year-round. Graduating seniors who will be attending college or trade school are eligible for one of at least 10 available scholarships.
In 2020, the Cochary Gross Family, in lieu of sponsoring the annual Tommy Cochary High School Mile race, opted to share their gift to support our annual scholarship program.
“Although we are disappointed in having to delay the 10th running of the Tommy Cochary High School Mile, we continue our mission to support students by increasing our contribution to Falmouth Road Race, Inc. for its scholarship awards.
We know that the pandemic is putting extraordinary financial pressure on families and we don’t want this to limit the ability of Falmouth High School students to go to college. Our motto has been and will continue to be, ‘Make Smart Choices’ while transitioning into the next phase of your lives.
We look forward to making the celebration of the 10th annual Tommy Cochary High School Mile in the summer of 2021 even more inspiring.”
Liz Cochary Gross, Tommy Cochary’s sister
2020 marked the ninth year that FRR, Inc. has awarded scholarships to graduating seniors. Due to the generosity of the Cochary Gross family, 47 scholarships were offered, totaling $70,000. Many of these recipients have volunteered with the race for years.
These scholarship awards represent just some of the $3.7 million the organization has given back to the community since 2012.
When are applications due?
Applications should be submitted by email as a single PDF to info@falmouthroadrace.com and will be accepted by email through April 2, 2021. Click to learn how to combine multiple PDFs into one PDF document.
When will students receive their scholarship funds?
Recipients will be awarded scholarship funds in full after submitting a transcript showing successful completion of the fall 2021 semester and a copy of a spring 2022 tuition bill showing continued enrollment. Both documents to be submitted to the address below or by email at info@falmouthroadrace.com.
Falmouth Road Race, Inc.
PO Box 732
Falmouth, MA 02541
Important note: It is the student’s responsibility to initiate this process and the deadline for submitting supporting paperwork will be March 1st.
Attention students: Your scholarship money will be sent directly to you at the address on your application unless otherwise indicated at the time you submit your transcript and tuition bill.
2020 Scholarship Awards Presentation
To hear from the Cochary Gross family and celebrate this year’s recipients, please click the picture below.
FRR, Inc. Mission Statement
Falmouth Road Race, Inc. is committed to supporting and promoting local organizations with specific focus on youth athletics and programming that promotes health and wellness. These efforts are realized by consistent community involvement and ongoing philanthropic endeavors including donations, scholarships, grants, and sponsorships. Its annual, internationally recognized 7-mile road race features an iconic seaside course enjoyed by elite and recreational runners since 1973.