2025 Scholarship Recipients
Congratulations to the 2025 Dr. Edward Leitão Memorial Scholarship Recipients
We look forward to seeing the incredible contributions they will make to their communities and chosen fields!
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 and Portuguese-American applicants who live and/or study in New England pursuing careers in the health field. The eligibility criteria and application requirements are listed in the four categories below. Applications are accepted from October to December and the Scholarships are awarded at the Annual Luncheon held on the last Sunday of January.
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All donations to the Fund are tax-deductible