The Nora Moran Marovich Award, aka "the Nonnies," provides financial support to high school juniors and seniors as they pursue post-secondary education. WSI created the award as a way to celebrate and honor high school students who have demonstrated a commitment to community service and have an Irish heritage or connection to the Irish community.
Named after Nora "Nonnie" Moran Marovic, a founding WSI member who was an instrumental voice in shaping our organization. Nonnie was known for being compassionate, caring and always willing to help. Though this award, we hope to continue to honor Nonnie's legacy of supporting others as well as her dedication to service and the community.
This year, the Nora Moran Marovich Award will consist of Three (3) scholarships of $2,500 to help further the ability of a junior or senior in high school to pursue higher education at a 2- or 4-year institution or a trade school. Applications are due February 16, 2025 with winners be announced on, March 1, 2025. Winners are welcome to attend the St. Patrick's Day parade and participate on the West Suburban Irish Float.Eligibility:
Currently enrolled as a Junior or Senior in high school in the western suburbs of Chicago
Irish heritage or connection to the Irish community
Intention to pursue higher education/training
When completing the application, please note that you cannot save your work and return to it later, so be prepared to complete the application from start to finish.
Link to the Application
West Suburban Irish Providing Some High Schoolers with Financial Aid
