Inaugural Cinthia and Mauro Gregorio Scholarship Awarded
Lily White, 2025 Cinthia and Maura Gregorio Scholarship Awardee
Lily White, a nursing student at Kirtland Community College, has been selected as the first recipient of the Cinthia and Mauro Gregorio Scholarship. The $1,800 award is administered through the MyMichigan Health Foundation.
White is an active student leader at Kirtland Community College and expects to graduate in May 2026 with her Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree.
“We are thrilled to support Lily in her educational journey to become a nurse,” said Denise O’Keefe, executive director of the MyMichigan Health Foundation. “She continues to learn and grow the skills necessary to be successful in nursing. We look forward to her graduation in 2026 and hope she will consider joining the MyMichigan family.”
The Gregorios established the scholarship fund in 2024 as a tribute to their parents – Dirce and Carlos Silva, and Lourdes and Constantino Gregorio. Both families came from humble beginnings and placed a high value on education. While none of the parents were able to attend college themselves, their dedication ensured that their children graduated as engineers, an attorney, and a medical doctor. Their sacrifices have had a lasting impact on future generations.
“We created this fund not only to honor our parents, but also to enhance the quality of nursing in the MyMichigan Health service area,” said Cinthia Gregorio. “Nurses hold a special place in our hearts, and we want to ensure that students with the compassion and skills for nursing have the means to complete their education.”
Those interested in learning more about eligibility requirements and the application process may visit www.mymichigan.org/scholarships. Applications for the 2026–2027 academic year will be accepted from January 1, 2026, through April 1, 2026.
