John A. Sasso Memorial Scholarship Application Survey

About the Scholarship

John Sasso founded the National Community Development Association (NCDA) and began his career in the 1960s as Deputy Director of the Pawtucket, Rhode Island Redevelopment Agency. Through his work at the local and national levels, he became a respected leader in the community development field and a strong voice for programs that help strengthen neighborhoods and opportunities for low-income people. He established and led NCDA until his retirement in 2002, providing steady leadership and helping to build the organization into an important resource for community development professionals across the country. Over the course of his career, John became a nationally recognized advocate for the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program, NCDA, and its members. Above all, he remained deeply committed to the low-income individuals, families, and neighborhoods served by CDBG, and he understood the importance of equipping local practitioners with the training, knowledge, and professional connections needed to carry out this work effectively. Following his passing in 2016, this scholarship was created to honor his legacy and enduring contributions to community development. The scholarship is intended to support NCDA members who wish to participate in training and conference opportunities that strengthen their professional development and enhance their ability to serve their communities. NCDA members in good standing, with paid member dues, are eligible to apply for a $500 scholarship to help offset registration costs for an NCDA training or conference. Please contact Vicki Watson at vwatson@ncdaonline.org with any questions.

Applicant Information

Applicant Name

Applicant Title

Agency Name

Agency Address

Agency City

Agency State/Province

Agency ZIP

Applicant Email Address

Applicant Phone Number

Number of Years Working in Housing/Community/Economic Development

NCDA Member? Only NCDA members can apply for this award.

Yes

Brief Description of Your Current Job Duties

Have you ever attended an NCDA conference?

Yes

Have you ever attended an NCDA training?

Yes

I am requesting to attend:

An NCDA Conference

An NCDA Training

NCDA conference date and location:

NCDA training date and location:

Briefly describe how the training or conference attendance will assist you in your professional development. (50 words or less)

I attest that all information provided in this application is true and correct to the best of my/our knowledge. (TYPE IN YOUR FULL NAME).

I am the supervisor of the applicant and approve the submission of this application. (TYPE IN YOUR FULL NAME AND PROVIDE YOUR EMAIL ADDRESS). NCDA will contact the supervisor to verify the applicant's information and support of the application. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.

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