Paterson students receive $25K in scholarships. Here’s where they are headed.

Dozens of Paterson students were celebrated on Aug. 2 at the 11th annual NJCDC College Sendoff, where more than $25,000 in scholarships were awarded to local graduates heading off to college.

The event took place at the Rogers Meeting Center, was organized by the New Jersey Community Development Corporation (NJCDC) in partnership with the Paterson Public School District.

Families, teachers, and local leaders came together to support the Class of 2025 as they prepare for the next chapter.

“When you look at the list of schools that everyone is going to... it tells me one thing: that Paterson’s best days lie ahead, NJCDC founder and CEO Bob Guarasci told the students. “That will only happen if you come back to Paterson — and we want you to do so. Because this city needs bright minds like y