Cynthia Vino Swimming Scholarship
Cynthia Browne Vino was a beloved eldest daughter, athlete, and teacher who left behind a wonderful legacy of community impact. Teaching young people how to swim and to be safe while enjoying all that water can offer was a lifelong commitment and passion for her.
Cynthia became involved with synchronized swimming early in her life, going on to compete before becoming a lifeguard and swimming teacher. Cindy was also a self-taught sailor. One of her proudest accomplishments was becoming a head teacher for students with special needs, devoting herself to their growth. Cindy was dedicated to helping young people reach their athletic and academic potential and become active, caring community members.
This scholarship seeks to honor the legacy of Cynthia Vino by supporting students who share her passion for swimming and her love for community.
Any high school senior who is involved in swimming may apply for this scholarship opportunity.
To apply, tell us what first interested you about swimming and how the sport of swimming has made a difference in your life.
What interested you in swimming and how has the sport impacted your life?
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The application deadline is Mar 28, 2026. Winners will be announced on Apr 28, 2026.
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Award amounts per winner are designated by the donor. Check the award amount for a detailed breakdown.
The winner will be publicly announced on Apr 28, 2026. Prior to the announcement date, we may contact finalists with additional questions about their application. We will work with donors to review all applications according to the scholarship criteria. Winners will be chosen based on the merit of their application.
Award checks will be sent to the financial aid office of the winner's academic institution or future academic institution in their name to be applied to their tuition, and in the name of their institution (depending on the school's requirements). If the award is for a qualified educational non-tuition expense, we will work with the winner directly to distribute the award and make sure it goes towards qualified expenses.
Before we award the scholarship, the winner will be required to confirm their academic enrollment status. Depending on the circumstances, verification of Student ID and/or their most recent transcript will be required.
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