Djulbezar & Fehim Etemi Memorial Scholarship
Scholarship Sponsored by Etemi Law
The Djulbezar & Fehim Etemi Memorial Scholarship was established to honor the memory of Djulbezar and Fehim Etemi, the paternal grandparents of attorneys Ron and Lou Etemi. Deeply influential in Ron and Lou’s lives, they encouraged them to pursue education and to aspire to provide for their families. This scholarship supports Connecticut students who have shown resilience, courage, and perseverance while confronting disability, chronic illness, or other special needs.
Award
- $2,500
Who may apply
- Students at any educational level in Connecticut (K–12, undergraduate, or graduate).
- Individuals with a diagnosed learning disability, physical or developmental disability, ongoing medical condition, or other special needs.
Eligibility requirements
- Live in Connecticut or attend school in Connecticut.
- Have a diagnosed learning, physical, developmental, or medical condition, or documented special needs.
- Demonstrate financial need or economic hardship (addressable in your personal statement).
- Submit a complete application by the deadline.
Application materials
- Personal statement (500–1,000 words): Describe the challenges you face, how you have addressed or overcome them, and what receiving this scholarship would mean to you.
- Proof of current enrollment or acceptance at a Connecticut school (examples: report card, school ID, acceptance letter).
- Optional: Letter of recommendation from a teacher, counselor, mentor, or healthcare professional.
- Optional: Medical or educational documentation to support your application. You do not need to provide sensitive medical records; a professional summary letter or an IEP is acceptable.
- One entry per applicant. Multiple submissions from the same person will result in disqualification of later entries.
Deadline and notification
- Application deadline: August 1, 2026.
- The recipient will be notified by email by August 15, 2026.
How to apply
- Complete and submit the online application form.