Nicholas Cappetti (Burlington, N.J.) and Jessica Wild (Stockton, N.J.) awarded with
$2,500 annual scholarships
PISCATAWAY, N.J., July 8, 2014…The New Jersey Golf Foundation (NJGF), the charitable arm of the New Jersey Section, PGA of America (NJPGA), announced the recipients of the prestigious Peter A. Famiano Memorial Scholarship. Junior golfers Nicholas Cappetti of Burlington, N.J., and Jessica Wild of Stockton, N.J., were awarded with the Peter A. Famiano Memorial Scholarship and were honored at the 6th Annual New Jersey Golf Foundation Peter A. Famiano Memorial Pro-Am, which raises money to support the scholarships, on July 7, 2014, at Crestmont Country Club, in West Orange, N.J.
Peter Famiano was the Head Golf Professional at Crestmont Country Club for over 35 years. In honor of Peter, the NJGF created the Peter A. Famiano Memorial Scholarship, which awards worthy New Jersey junior golfers for their professionalism, integrity, volunteerism, and willingness to help others. It is a $2,500 annual scholarship that is open to college students of any class year, provided they continue to meet the standards set forth by the Scholarship Committee. The NJGF Scholarship Committee reviews all applications using the following criteria: scholarship achievement, qualities of character and leadership, financial need, volunteer history and future in golf.
“Both scholarship recipients have been active volunteers within their community, and in conjunction with the New Jersey Golf Foundation and NJPGA special events and programs,” said Chris Hunt, Executive Director, New Jersey Golf Foundation. “Peter Famiano was the consummate professional that always gave back and helped others, so we are thrilled to support the continuing education of these deserving individuals in Peter’s honor.”
Cappetti recently graduated Burlington Township High School and will be attending Campbell University in the fall of 2014 where he plans to pursue his goal of becoming a PGA Professional through the PGA Golf Management University program. Jessica Wild recently graduated Hunterdon Central High School and will be attending the University of Tampa.
About The PGA of America
Since its founding in 1916, The PGA of America has maintained a twofold mission: to establish and elevate the standards of the profession and to grow interest and participation in the game of golf. By establishing and elevating the standards of the golf profession through world-class education, career services, marketing and research programs, The PGA enables its professionals to maximize their performance in their respective career paths and showcases them as experts in the game and in the multi-billion dollar golf industry. By creating and delivering world-class championships and innovative programs, The PGA of America elevates the public’s interest in the game, the desire to play more golf, and ensures accessibility to the game for everyone, everywhere. As The PGA nears its centennial, The PGA brand represents the very best in golf. The New Jersey Section is one of 41 geographic sections throughout the country and has been in operation since 1925.
About The New Jersey Golf Foundation
The New Jersey Golf Foundation (NJGF) was created by the NJPGA in 2004 to positively impact lives and communities through the game of golf. The NJGF is committed to creating and offering programs where individuals from all backgrounds have an opportunity to access and experience the game. The NJGF “Golf In Schools” Program is run annually at more than 200 schools, impacting more than 110,000 boys and girls (K-8) throughout New Jersey. For more information, visit www.njgolffoundation.com.
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