Frank Gaynor Memorial Scholarship
Frank Gaynor proudly served as an active-duty officer with the NYPD and was a first responder during the 9/11 attacks, participating in rescue and recovery efforts. A devoted Scouter for 43 years, Frank passionately believed in the values Scouting instills in young people. He served as the beloved Scoutmaster of Troop 45 in Warwick, New York, and was known for his love of history and extensive collections of NYPD, Scouting, and military memorabilia.
In honor of Frank’s enduring legacy, his loving wife Lori, along with family and friends, established the Frank Gaynor Eagle Scholarship to continue his commitment to Scouting. This scholarship will be awarded annually beginning in June.
Awards
• 1st Place: $1,000
• 2nd Place: $500
Eligibility Requirements
Applicants must meet the following criteria:
• Be a registered Eagle Scout with the Greater Hudson Valley Council.
• Be a high school senior at the time of application.
• Be accepted into an accredited educational institution as a full-time student (minimum 12 credit hours) in a degree-granting program (associate degrees included) or skilled trade program.
• Have a minimum high school GPA of 3.3.
Application Instructions
To apply, please submit the following:
• Full Name, Address, Phone Number
• High School Name and GPA
• College Acceptance Letter
• Scouting Information: District, Unit Number, Community Name
• Date Eagle Rank was achieved
• A 500–1,000 word essay explaining why you pursued the Eagle Scout rank and how Scouting has prepared you for your future.
Submission Deadline: Friday, May 16, 2025, by 5:00 PM
Submit to: ghv.development@scouting.org
Recipients will be selected by a review committee, and winners will be announced on June 4, 2025.
