Since being established in 1999, the FFC scholarship award program has distributed 109 scholarships totaling $359,000. The program annually awards post-secondary education scholarships (college or vocational/technical school) to promising students born with a facial difference. High school graduates or students currently attending college who are residents of New England (Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, and Vermont) are eligible to apply. The Foundation selects award recipients based on their academic performance, extracurricular activities, and community service.
APPLICATIONS ARE NOW CLOSED AND WILL BE AVAILABLE AGAIN BEGINNING JANUARY 1, 2027.
In 2026, FFC has awarded $25,000 in scholarships! The 5 scholarship recipients are listed below.
FFC is happy to be able to play a small role in helping New England students realize their dreams and having a meaningful college experience.
Scholarships
The Jane C. McDaid Memorial Scholarship
The Jane C. McDaid Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship will be awarded to the applicant that shows evidence of strong community service. This scholarship was named to honor FFC past president and board member, Jane McDaid.
The Dorothy MacDonald Scholarship
The Dorothy MacDonald Scholarship
Named to honor Dorothy B. MacDonald, RN, this scholarship will be awarded to an applicant who will be pursuing a career in the health profession. Dorothy B. MacDonald, RN, who has dedicated her career to caring for children with craniofacial differences.
The Barbara Seltzer Memorial Scholarship
The Barbara Seltzer Memorial Scholarship
Named to honor Prescription Parents co-founder Barbara Seltzer, this scholarship will be awarded solely to an applicant with cleft lip/palate. Particular attention will be directed to someone with an interest in the arts or who will be pursuing a career in the arts.
The Dr. John B. Mulliken Scholarship
The Dr. John B. Mulliken Scholarship
Named to honor Dr. John B. Mulliken, founder of the Foundation for Faces of Children, this scholarship will be awarded to an applicant who demonstrates excellence in academic scholarship and leadership. Dr. John B. Mulliken has devoted his life to working with and improving the lives of children born with craniofacial differences.
2026 Scholarship Recipients
Past Scholarship Awardees
Taylor Suffoletto – Bay Path University in Longmeadow, MA
The Dr. John B. Mulliken Scholarship will be awarded to Taylor Suffoletto from Warwick, RI. Taylor will attend Bay Path University in Longmeadow, MA where she will study to become a Forensic Psychologist.
Sophie Cellerino – Endicott College
The Dorothy MacDonald Scholarship will be awarded to Sophie Cellerino from West Simsbury, CT. Sophie will be attending Endicott College in Beverly, Mass, where she hopes to fulfill her dream of becoming a nurse and working in a pediatric ICU.
Jason Robinson – Clemson University
The Jane McDaid Memorial Scholarship will be awarded to Jason Robinson from Scituate, MA. Jason will be attending Clemson University in South Carolina in the Fall with plans of becoming an automotive mechanical engineer.
Gracie Johnson – Western Connecticut State University
The Barbara Seltzer Memorial Scholarship will be awarded to Gracie Johnson from Marlborough, CT. Gracie will attend Western Connecticut State University in Danbury, CT where she will study pediatric nursing.
Breann Hill – St John’s University
The Jane McDaid Scholarship was awarded to Breann Hill from Centerville, MA. She graduated from Barnstable High School and hopes to go into law enforcement with the ultimate goal of joining the FBI. Breann will be attending St John’s University in New York
Carolyn Bradley – Providence College
The Barbara Seltzer Scholarship was awarded to Carolyn Bradley from East Sandwich, MA. She graduated from Sandwich high School and hopes to excel in the theatre world. She will be attending Providence College in Providence, RI.
Samantha Berman – University of Bristol
The John Mulliken Scholarship for 2019 was awarded to Samantha Berman from Lexington, MA. She is currently enrolled in the University of Bristol as a Fullbright scholar pursuing her Master's in Public Health.
Sydney Cerveny – American University in Washington, D.C.
The Dorothy MacDonald Scholarship was awarded to Sydney Cerveny from Winchester, MA. She graduated from Austin Preparatory High School and aims to complete her doctoral studies in neuroscience and participate in research. Sydney will be attending American University in Washington, D.C. where she will major in Neuroscience. In ten years, Sydney hopes to be completing her doctoral studies in neuroscience and participating in research.
Elizabeth Hodgkins – The Catholic University of America
The Dorothy MacDonald Scholarship was awarded to Elizabeth Hodgkins from Cumberland, Maine. She graduated from Cheverus High School. Elizabeth will be attending The Catholic University of America in Washington DC where she will major in nursing. She hopes to work in pediatrics as a sub-specialty ultimately becoming a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner.
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The Jane C. McDaid Memorial Scholarship
Kristin Tagg – Oklahoma City University
The Barbara Seltzer Memorial Scholarship was awarded to Kristin Tagg from Charlton, Mass. She graduated from Shepherd Hill Regional High School.
SpiroAnthony Stathas – College of the Holy Cross
The Dr. John B. Mulliken Scholarship was awarded to SpiroAnthony Stathas from Dracut, MA. He graduated from Dracut High School.
Olivia Hull – Curry College
The Barbara Seltzer Memorial Scholarship was awarded to Olivia Hull from Hingham, Mass. She graduated from Hingham High School.
Emily Marz – Sacred Heart University
The Dorothy MacDonald Scholarship was awarded to Emily Marz from West Barnstable, Mass. She graduated from Saint John Paul II High School in Hyannis.
Cameron Blanks – George Washington University
The Jane C. McDaid Memorial Scholarship was awarded to Cameron Blanks from Scituate, Mass. He graduated from Scituate High School.
2008
- Brian Pender, Westwood, MA
- Eric Riklin, Newtonville, MA
- Edward Strumm, Dorchester, MA
2007
- Josh Bemis, Plymouth, MA
2006
- Leah Dion, Nashua, NH
- Maren Grey, Tewksbury, MA
- Emily Wood, Maine
2005
- Brittany Modoono, Lexington, MA
- Brandon Murphy, Holliston, MA
- Rachael Ronald, Wilbraham, MA
2004
- Matthew MacEachern, Wilmington, MA
- Amelia Potvin, Hampden, ME
- Gina-Marie Scarpa, Peabody, MA
2003
- Elizabeth Berry, Bedford, MA
- Chantal Dewey, Concord, MA
- Jesse Kristin, Winthrop, MA
2002
- Kristofor Carlson, Coventry, RI
- Alex Chappell, Somersworth, NH
- Sarah Walker, Middlebury, VT
2001
- Riley Cole, Groveland, MA
- Aislinn Dewey, Concord, MA
- Stephanie Henderson, Easton, MA
2000
- Kara Jackman, Duxbury, MA
- Tyler Mack, Hanover, MA
- Alexia Manus, Concord, NH
- Stephanie Henderson, Easton, MA
1999
- Laura Ward, Portland, ME
- Tyler Mack, Hanover, MA