Cianci Education Foundation assists students with scholarship fundraiser

By: News Staff

news@abc6.com

PROVIDENCE, R.I. – The Vincent ‘Buddy’ Cianci Educational Foundation fundraiser was held at the Providence Performing Arts Center Tuesday evening.

Proceeds from the night will go to scholarships for Providence high school students.

This year the foundation will grant two scholarships, each one worth $5,000 for two years.

Applications to apply for the scholarship will be available in January.

The longtime former Providence Mayor, and ABC6 colleague passed away January 28th, 2016.

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