Gotham Gator scholarships are made possible with help from alumni and friends. Historically we have raised monies through raffles at our viewing parties, award money from our successful intramural sports programs and of course individual donations from alumni and friends like yourself. 

Each year the club sponsors New York area graduating high school seniors choosing to attend the University of Florida. We have embarked on a mission to raise enough money to endow a scholarship with the University in the name of the Gotham Gators. This would create a program that would serve to influence NY area students with superior academics and community service to attend the University of Florida for many years to come.

We have set an ambitious first year fundraising goal of $5,000 and ask for your generous support to help us meet this goal. You will notice below that the new "2 Bits" Scholarship Program has several different levels of giving, one that should suit anyone’s budget. So please support us however you can, and remember, everyone can afford at least 2 Bits! 

Applications

Applications for the freshman class of 2011 are now closed. Please check back for 2012 scholarship application information next Spring. Click here to view the 2011 application. 

Gotham Gator Summer in the City Scholarship Program

All Gators interning in the NYC Metro Area for Summer 2012 are encouraged to apply to the Gotham Gator Summer in the City Scholarship.  The Gotham Gator Club board will award a scholarship to University of Florida students who clearly demonstrate exceptional academic achievement as well as professional promise and a commitment to community service.  Consideration will be given for the additional financial burden on those who have unpaid internships, but all Gator interns are encouraged to apply. Applicants must be interning for college credit.

Gotham Gators support Gators for Higher Education, click here to learn more

The Gotham Gators also donate funds to the Florida Opportunity Scholarship Program

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THIS YEARS RECIPIENT: MAXX SHAPIRO

ACADEMIC HONORS & AWARDS

• National Merit Scholarship recipient – 2011
• President  - Chinese Honor Society – 2011
• Spanish Honor Society - 2011
• AP Honors with Distinction – 2010 and 2011

EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES

• Counselor at  Tyler Hill Camp, Tyler Hill, PA – 2010, 2011
• Group Leader – TAL (Teens as Leaders) – at JCC in Plainview, NY

COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT

• Alley Oop for Autism (member of organizing committee) – charity basketball event in Jericho, NY, with proceeds going to Ascent School for Autism – 2006 – 2011
• Jammin’ Jayhawks – worked with special needs children on weekends, teaching them baseball and basketball skills

ATHLETICS

• Jericho High School Varsity Basketball - two-year letterman
• Jericho High School Varsity Baseball -  two-year letterman

OTHER INTERESTS, LEADERSHIP ROLES, INTERESTING FACTS

• Recipient of “Best in Show” award at 2009 Jericho Film Festival
• Public Address announcer for Jericho High School varsity football games
• Master of Ceremonies for all Jericho High School Pep Rallies
• Master of Ceremonies – 2011 Jericho High School Fashion Show
• Voted “Class Clown” of 2011 Jericho High School senior class

PERSONAL

• Oldest of 3 children (brother Spencer is 15; sister Marissa is 13)