About the Scholarship Fund
The fund is intended to provide scholarships for Portuguese-American students pursuing careers in the health field.
Colleagues and friends of the late Dr. Leitão established the Fund in his honor in 2015 with the objective of holding an annual fundraising luncheon to celebrate his legacy and present scholarships to future physicians and other health professionals in New England.
About Dr. Edward Leitão
Dr. Edward O. Leitão was known for his exceptional care and sincere dedication to his patients as well as his fierce loyalty to his friends and colleagues. He served Cambridge Health Alliance (CHA) for several decades as a well-respected internist and medical director. He was beloved by his community.
Scholarship Applications
Merit-based scholarships are available to Portuguese-American applicants who live and/or study in New England. The eligibility criteria and application requirements are listed in the four categories below. Applications are usually accepted from early October to early December.
Congratulations to our 2024 Scholarship Recipients!
Anabel Guerreiro
The Lawrenceville
School
Anthony Gregorio
Granby
High School
Emily Rodrigues
Rhode Island
College
Sponsorship
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All donations to the Fund are tax-deductible