Named Scholarships and Funds

Scholarships and Funds allow for an exceptional education at Holy Names to be possible for a student in need of support. Your gift makes that dream a reality.

Below are scholarships and funds established at AHN that make an impact in the life of a young woman. If you are interested in learning more, or choose to create your own scholarship or fund, please contact us.

When you make your gift below, please indicate in the “Leave a comment” field which scholarship or fund you are choosing to support. This will allow us to properly allocate your gift. Thank you for making a difference in the life of a student.

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Kristin Vivian

Mrs. Kristin Vivian P '14 '17

Director of Institutional Advancement
Phone: 518.438.7895 Ext. 219
Cornell University, BA Business Marketing and Administration

Mrs. Elizabeth McGarry P '29

Director of 1884 Fund and Events
Phone: 518-438-7895 x603
University at Albany, MS Education Administration
Le Moyne College, BA Sociology

Mrs. Katie Ann McDermott ’98

Director of Alumnae Engagement
Phone: 518-438-7895 x1002
NYU Steinhardt - MA, Educational Theatre in Colleges and Communities
London Academy of Music and Dramatic Arts
Russell Sage College - BA, English, Theatre, and Secondary Education

Named Scholarships

Sister Constance Casey Scholarship

Sister Constance Casey, SNJM, was Principal of AHN from 1977 to 1990 and was the President of Academy of the Holy Names from 1990 – 2009. In conjunction with Rhea Clark, Sister Connie helped establish the Partners in Education Scholarship Fund in the 1990s.

The Sister Constance Casey Partners in Education Scholarship will continue Sister Connie’s mission of providing a Holy Names education to all qualified students regardless of circumstance. Please consider supporting this important fund today.

The Warren Mackey Memorial Scholarship

The beloved family of the late Warren Mackey, Denyse, Madison ’22, and Makayla ’23, established a scholarship in his memory at Academy of the Holy Names. This scholarship will be presented to a deserving black student who demonstrates academic excellence, resilience, and leadership skills.

It is the family’s aspiration that others will join them in donating with a goal to fully sponsor a deserving black student to bring the exceptional AHN education within reach, insuring she has the opportunity to receive a college-preparatory education grounded in the mission of the Sisters of the Holy Names. Please consider making a gift today to the Warren Mackey Memorial Scholarship Fund.

Alumnae Reunion Scholarship

Make a gift to provide financial assistance for qualified students who wish to attend Academy of the Holy Names. This is a wonderful way to perpetuate the legacy of your AHN education and to support generations of young women to come.

The Paula J. Crooks Ciesinski ’55 Scholarship

This scholarship was established in 2014 and is awarded to an academically qualified student with a strong interest in science, technology, engineering, or math.

The Rosemary Cummins Edwards ’56 Scholarship

This scholarship, established in 2012, enables qualified students to continue their educational experience despite financial challenges and difficulties.

The Jeremiah Sweeter Scholarship

The Jeremiah Sweeter Memorial Scholarship is named in memory of Jeremiah Sweeter, loving father, active AHN volunteer, and Booster Club member. The scholarship was established in 2023 to honor his generous heart and love for Holy Names.

The Henry Family Scholarship

In 2016, Michael and Sheila Henry, parents of Kelly ’86, established the Henry Family Scholarship Fund to support the needs of an academically qualified, financially challenged student who wishes to pursue their education at Holy Names.

The Edward J. Kearney Memorial Scholarship

Established in 2018, in tribute to the memory of Edward J. Kearney, and to the education his daughters and granddaughters received at Holy Names, this scholarship is given to an incoming 9th grade student who is academically qualified and financially challenged.

Astemborski Family Legacy Scholarship

This legacy scholarship was established in 2024 in recognition of those family members who benefited from a Holy Names education and a desire to offer the same opportunity to a deserving student in need.

The Ryan Family Scholarship in Honor of the Murphy Family and Sister Margaret Murphy, SNJM

Established in 2023 in tribute to Cynthia (Vogel) Ryan ’91, the Murphy Family, and Sister Margaret Murphy, SNJM. This scholarship will be given to an incoming sixth grade student who is academically qualified and in need of scholarship support to attend.

The Carlo Cherubino Memorial Fund

Established in 2024 at the request of his family, the fund honors  the long-time teacher, coach and mentor, and benefits the  needs of the school in areas that would be important to Carlo.

Alumnae Faculty Appreciation Fund

A fund established for gifts offered in recognition of the outstanding and dedicated faculty at Holy Names, past and present.  Honor a favorite teacher by contributing to this fund which supports the schools ability to show appreciation to the selfless men and women who educate and inspire the student body.