April deadlines for applications to two Norfolk foundations offering financial grants to local students are fast approaching. 

The Battell Arts Foundation is once again offering scholarships to deserving local young people involved in the arts. Funds can be used for individual lessons, workshops, summer programs, supplies or the purchase or repair of instruments. Applications are due Monday, April 11.  Interested students should contact Tom Hodgkin for more information on the application process at Hodgkin.Tom@gmail.com or write the Battell Arts Foundation, P.O. Box 611, Norfolk, CT 06058.

Scholarships are also available to graduating high school students from the Norfolk Connecticut Children’s Foundation (NCCF). The application can be found online at norfolkchildren.com and must be submitted by April 18. This is a one-time award restricted to full-time Norfolk residents. The mission of NCCF is to help ensure that no Norfolk child is denied a civic, educational, social or cultural enrichment opportunity because of financial need. Board members are happy to answer any questions. Graduating students taking a gap year or not matriculating directly to college or a technical program may defer their award for up to three years. Applications can be emailed to info@norfolkchildren.com or mailed to NCCF, P.O. Box 322, Norfolk, CT 06058.