Matthew K. Marin
Foundation
Matthew K. Marin,
died tragically on Sunday, September 21, 2008 in a car accident, he was 25
years old.
The Matthew K. Marin Foundation, is a non-profit organization
that was established in 2010 in memory of Matthew. The mission of the
Matthew K. Marin Foundation is to assist families and individuals in the
Western New York area who are experiencing financial and/or personal
hardship brought about by unforeseen crises or tragedy.
A Review Committee set up by the Board of Directors, will
assess the applications and award a $500.00 grant on a semi-annual basis to
applicants with a significant need. Submitting a request for funds to The
Matthew K. Marin Foundation and completion of this application is completely
voluntary. The information supplied
will be kept confidential and may be
reviewed only by individuals involved in administering the Fund.
The Foundation requires that a current or past member of the Niagara Falls Hockey Alumni sponsor the applicant and must verify that the need for assistance by the Foundation is genuine. Decisions regarding applications will be communicated in writing to the applicants.
The Marin Family has also setup a $500.00 scholarship at Villa Maria College for student that are interested in pursuing a degree in Graphic Arts and Design. The College requires a written essay on their mission to pursue a Graphic Art and Design career..
Please contact the Matthew K. Marin Foundation if you believe you qualify for assistance. We look forward to hearing from you. God Bless.