Mercer County Italian American Festival Association Awards Scholarships, Announces Return of Beloved Festival

May 19, 2025 311

The Mercer County Italian American Festival Association (MCIAFA) celebrated academic excellence and cultural heritage at its annual scholarship dinner on May 12 at Leonardo’s Restaurant. The evening honored four local students — Alessandra Santoro, Ava Longo, Lucia Dabbene and Gianna D’Errico — who each received a $1,000 scholarship in recognition of their academic achievements and connection to Italian culture.

Scholarships were presented by MCIAFA President John Scarpati Jr., New Jersey 101.5 radio personality Dennis Malloy, educator Erica Funari, and MCIAFA board members Rocco Riccio, Joe Ubano, and Jerry Howell. Scholarship committee members Gilda Rorro-Baldassari, Genise Riccio and Sheila Beers also participated in the ceremony.

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