Each year, The Knights of Columbus Sacred Heart Council in Franklin present three scholarships to graduating seniors from the St. Mary Parish Community. Two of the scholarships named in honor of Robert Simmler, Past Grand Knight, and given to Franklin graduating seniors. The third given in the name of Robert Catalano, a long time Knight and parishioner. This award is to a child or grandchild of a Knight belonging to our Council.
This year we are proud to announce that the 2026 Simmler Scholarships awarded to Charlie Nash ($3000) and Matthew Colford ($1500) who graduate from Franklin High School.
The 2026 Robert Catalano Scholarship ($2000) award to Jack Baribeau, a graduate of Medway High School.
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| Knights of Columbus Sacred Heart Council announce scholarship winners: Charlie Nash, Matthew Colford & Jack Baribeau |
All these accomplished students are active members of their Parish Community. Their achievements were especially noteworthy among the many talented candidates who applied for the 2026 awards.
We wish Charlie, Matthew, and Jack the best of luck as they begin their studies this fall. Charlie will be at Boston College and Matthew at Providence College, respectively. Jack will attend Villanova.
In this way, we honor the memory of two fine gentlemen who were active in the Knights, St. Mary Parish, and the Franklin community. We have no doubt that these fine young awardees will make their own contributions to their own communities and parishes in the years to come.
If you are interested in joining or want more information about the Sacred Heart Council, please visit our website at www.kofc1847.org
