Amount: 1 award of $2,000

Deadline: January 31, 2009

Requirements:
The 1st Precinct Brotherhood Thomas Rathgaber Memorial Scholarship Fund will annually award a scholarship to a student exhibiting effort, integrity, selflessness and leadership in the classroom and in the community.

Criteria for entrants:

• B or better scholastic average for sophomore and junior years of high school
• Demonstrates an involvement in community, athletics, extra-curricular activities
• Any student residing in the school districts located within the Town of Babylon (1st Precinct Jurisdiction), or the child of a 1st Precinct Brotherhood member in “good standing”

Additional Information:
The 1st Precinct Brotherhood Thomas Rathgaber Memorial Scholarship Fund was founded in the Fall of 2007 in memory of Thomas J. Rathgaber. Officer Rathgaber was a devoted 1st Precinct Police Officer in the COPE Unit.  He was awarded “Cop of the Year” in 2003 in recognition for his dedication, devotion and exemplary police work.  Thomas was born and raised in North Bellmore, New York.  He was a dedicated son, brother and police officer known for his incredible work ethic, selflessness, loyalty, and devotion to his family and strong leadership qualities.  

Requirements:-Submit a 250-word essay discussing a positive & influential role model in your life by January 31, 2009-Entrants must prove their acceptance to a college, university or technical school and provide a certified copy of your transcript, and a list of your volunteer/extra-curricular activities.