Fairfield Police Union Scholarship Fund
The Fairfield Police Union Scholarship Fund was established in 2014 and benefits the children of Fairfield Police Officers. Each year, scholarships are awarded to the children of a current Fairfield Police Officers.
The Fund began with an initial contribution of $10,000 and has grown substantially through a combination of fundraisers and donations. In addition, all Fairfield Police Officer make a contribution to the fund from their weekly pay.
Local residents Dennis Poster and his wife, Dr. Joan Poster, owners of Poster Animal Hospital, were the first citizens to donate to the fund and continue to be avid supporters. Dennis and Joan Poster also serve on the Board which manages the Fund.
- Elyssa Kalamaras
- Evan Papageorge
- Charlotte Esposito
- Marin Kalamaras
- Jeremy DeAngelis
- Lauren Fenton
- Meghan Fenton
- Milo Terifay
- Jillian Guilfoyle
- Chloe McKeon
- Alexa Papageorge
- Joseph Coppola
- Taylor Galemba
- Ryann Wiltsie
- Kaitlyn Letsch
- Joseph DiMarco
- Landon Zdru
- Olivia VanDerheyden
- Jillian Chlebowski
- Taylor Jenkins
- Justin Cahill
- Nicolas Cahill
- Erica Biegel
- Edward Nook
- Erica Biegel
- Justin Cahill
- Nicolas Cahill
- Joseph Coppola
- Jeremy DeAngelis
- Charlotte Esposito
- Caitlin Fenton
- Lauren Fenton
- Meghan Fenton
- Taylor Galemba
- Marin Kalamaras
- Colin McKeon
- Edward Nook
- Evan Papageorge
- Milo Terifay
- Riley Terifay
- Ryann Wiltsie
- Landon Zdru
- Megan Bucherati
- Brett Cahill
- Nicolas Cahill
- Kayla Dalling
- Christian DeAngelis
- Charlotte Esposito
- Caitlin Fenton
- Meghan Fenton
- Caroline Gunter
- Paige Hine
- Emma Kelley
- Colin McKeon
- Evan Papageorge
- Milo Terifay
- Riley Terifay
- Ryann Wiltsie
- Emma Kelley | Pace University
- Shawn Smith | Albertus Magnus College
- Ryann Wiltsie | University of South Carolina
- Brett Cahill | Roger Williams University
- Christian DeAngelis | University of Connecticut
- Caitlin Fenton | Housatonic Community College
- Caroline Gunter | Housatonic Community College
- Paige Hine | Keene State College
- Colin McKeon | University of Scranton
- Michael Smith | Southern Connecticut State University
- Riley Terifay | University of Connecticut
- Christian DeAngelis | University of Connecticut
- Justin Greene | Fairfield University
- Connor Greene | Eastern CT State University
- Caroline Gunter | Housatonic Community College
- Caitlin Fenton | Housatonic Community College
- Riley Terifay | University of Connecticut
- Hanna Tunick | University of Utah
- Colin McKeon | University of Scranton
- Brett Cahill | Roger Williams University
- Thomas Sudora | James Madison University
- Paige Hine | Keene State University
- Michael Smith| Southern CT State University
- Brianna Braham | University of Bridgeport
- Gabriella Decker | Quinnipiac University
- Michael Sudora | Endicott College
- Spencer Tunick | Utah Valley University
- Brianna Braham | University of Bridgeport
- Justin Greene | Fairfield University
- Thomas Sudora | James Madison University
- Brandon Buckmir | Porter and Chester
- Connor Greene | Eastern CT State University
- Caroline Gunter | University of Massachusetts Boston
- Hanna Tunick | University of Utah
- Brett Cahill | Roger Williams University
- Michael Smith| Southern CT State University
- Christian DeAngelis | UConn Stamford
- Paige Hine | Keene State University
- Gabriella Decker | Quinnipiac University
- Thomas Sudora | James Madison University
- Brianna Braham | University of Bridgeport
- Justin Greene | Fairfield University
- Tanner Buckmir | Housatonic Community College
- Samantha Bloch | University of Rhode Island
- Bailey MacNamara | Quinnipiac University
- Justin Perez | The College at Brockport, SUNY
- Michael Sudora | Le Moyne College
- Spencer Tunick | Utah Valley University
- Karlie Zabin | Muhlenburgh College
- Alexandra DeAngelis | University of Connecticut
- Brooke Hine | University Of Rhode Island
- Mathieu McPadden | Naugatuck Community College
- Jennifer Moran | Central Connecticut State University
- Amanda Perham | Marist College
- Gina Ricco | Southern Connecticut State University
- Samantha Bloch | University of Rhode Island
- Brianna Braham | University of Bridgeport
- Tanner Buckmir | Housatonic Community College
- Justin Greene | Fairfield University
- Bailey MacNamara | Quinnipiac University
- Nicholas Pauciello | Tampa University
- Justin Perez | The College at Brockport, SUNY
- Michael Sudora | Le Moyne College
- Spencer Tunick | Southern Virginia University
- Karlie Zabin | Muhlenburgh College
- Nicholas Bloch | Housatonic Community College
- Alexandra DeAngelis | University of Connecticut
- Brooke Hine | University Of Rhode Island
- Mathieu McPadden | Naugatuck Community College
- Jennifer Moran | Central Connecticut State University
- Amanda Perham | Marist College
- Ryan Tyler | Eastern Connecticut State University
- Gina Ricco | Housatonic Community College
- Christopher Bodnar | Penn State
- Erin Broderick | Keene State
- Tyler Caruso | Southern Connecticut State University
- Christopher Rubis | University of Rhode Island
- Nicholas Pauciello | Tampa University
- Justin Perez | The College at Brockport, SUNY
- Michael Sudora | Le Moyne College
- Spencer Tunick | Southern Virginia University
- Karlie Zabin | Muhlenburgh College
- Nicholas Bloch | Housatonic Community College
- Theresa Bravo | Fairfield University
- Alexandra DeAngelis | University of Connecticut
- Brook Hine | University of Rhode Island
- Mathieu McPadden | Naugatuck Community College
- Jennifer Moran | Central Connecticut State University
- Amanda Perham | Marist College
- Ryan Tyler | Eastern Connecticut State University
- Gina Ricco | Housatonic Community College
- Christopher Bodnar | Penn State
- Erin Broderick | Keene State
- Tyler Caruso | Southern Connecticut State University
- Christopher Rubis | University of Rhode Island
- Nicholas Bloch | Housatonic Community College
- Theresa Bravo | Fairfield University
- Alexandra DeAngelis | University of Connecticut
- Brook Hine | University of Rhode Island
- Mathieu McPadden | Naugatuck Community College
- Jennifer Moran | Central Connecticut State University
- Amanda Perham | Marist College
- Ryan Tyler | Eastern Connecticut State University
- Gina Ricco | Housatonic Community College
- Tyler Caruso | Southern Connecticut State University
- Christopher Bodnar | Penn State
- Christopher Rubis | University of Rhode Island
- Erin Broderick | Keene State
- Tyler Caruso | Southern Connecticut State University
- Christopher Bodnar | Penn State
- Christopher Rubis | University of Rhode Island
- Erin Broderick | Keene State
Current Board Members:
Ret. Deputy Chief Keith Broderick
Past Union President
2014-Present
Lieutenant Michael Paris
Past Union President
2014-Present
Chief Robert Kalamaras
Chief of Police
2021-Present
Lance Newkirchen
Officer
2021-Present
Gary MacNamara
Retired Chief of Police
2014-Present
Chief Christopher Lyddy
Retired Chief of Police
2014-Present
Dr. Joan Poster
Fairfield Resident
2014-Present
Charles F. Chiusano
Fairfield Resident
2018-Present
Kevin Lesko
Fairfield Resident
2021-Present
Kim Meier
Fairfield Resident
2021-Present
Financial Advisor:
Tony Fabrizio
Peoples Securities
2014-Present
Past Members:
Dan Caruso (2014-2018)
Fairfield Probate Judge
Dennis Poster (2014-2022)
Fairfield Resident
Judge Daniel F. Caruso Memorial Scholarship: (est.2018)
The Judge Daniel F. Caruso Memorial Scholarship was created in 2018 to honor the life work of Judge Daniel F. Caruso who passed away unexpectedly on February 25th 2018, at the young age of 60. Judge Caruso, who served as Fairfield Probate Judge from 1995 until his passing, was an advocate for anyone and everyone who needed help in the community. In addition, Judge Caruso sat on numerous boards and committees always offering his expertise and assistance. Judge Caruso sat on the Fairfield Police Union Scholarship Board and was instrumental in setting up this scholarship fund and an integral part of its success. He offered his legal advice, support and guidance establishing and growing this fund.
Judge Caruso embodied the spirit of community and civic duty, always putting service above self. “JUDGE”, as people always called him, was a compassionate, dedicated and selfless person. He was a man of strong faith and believed in always helping those in need. He was a strong supporter and advocate for both Notre Dame High School and Fairfield Prep. In his honor we are awarding scholarships at both Notre Dame High School and Fairfield Prep. The recipients of these awards need to embody Judge Caruso’s core values. We will award these scholarships to the student at each school who puts service above self. We are looking for someone who volunteers their time for the under served, someone who sits on student government or committees or someone who has effected change in the community.
2024 Recipients:
Fairfield College Preparatory School:
Notre Dame High School:
- Lorenzo Porzio
- Kelly-Ann Antoine
2023 Recipients:
Fairfield College Preparatory School:
- Danny DeRose
Notre Dame High School:
- Amy Fernandes
- Brianna Seaborn
2022 Recipients:
Fairfield College Preparatory School:
- Brennan Newcomb
Notre Dame High School:
- Geoffrey Medeiros
- Maureen Andre
2021 Recipients:
Fairfield College Preparatory School:
- Benjamin Ukehaxhaj
Notre Dame High School:
- Sydney Beaton
- Mia Ribellino
2020 Recipients:
Fairfield College Preparatory School:
- Ethan Dubrosky
Notre Dame High School:
- Sean Mitchell
- Nilsa Laine
2019 Recipients:
Fairfield College Preparatory School:
- Charlie Auray
Notre Dame High School:
- Alexys Ryan
- Emily Pollard
2018 Recipients:
Fairfield College Preparatory School:
- Jack Kovaleski
- Ryan Eckert
Notre Dame High School:
- Millenia Polanco
- Nicole Posada
Fairfield High School Scholarship Foundation:
The Fairfield Police Union funds a separate scholarship through the Fairfield High School Scholarship Foundation which awards scholarships annually to graduating Fairfield High School seniors who plan to pursue a career in law enforcement or are the children of a Police Officer.
2024 Recipients:
Fairfield Warde High School:
- Chloe McKeon
- Sophia Mendes
Fairfield Ludlowe High School:
- Olivia Fillorama
2023 Recipients:
Fairfield Warde High School:
- Sarah Genovese
Fairfield Ludlowe High School:
- Chloe Juthnas
2022 Recipients:
Fairfield Warde High School:
- Jaden Aliberti
- Evan Papageorge
Fairfield Ludlowe High School:
- Matthew Dupont
2021 Recipients:
Fairfield Warde High School:
- Lillian Baranosky
- Claire Middleton
Fairfield Ludlowe High School:
- Jenna Simonelli
- Breanna Milfort
2020 Recipients:
Fairfield Warde High School:
- Isabella DiCarlo
- Colin McKeon
Fairfield Ludlowe High School:
- Arleig Kubel
2019 Recipients:
Fairfield Warde High School:
- Jack Carlucci
- Hector Morale
Fairfield Ludlowe High School:
- Jake Simonelli
2018 Recipients:
Fairfield Warde High School:
- Isabella Menta | University of New Haven
- Sage Williamson | Temple University
Fairfield Ludlowe High School:
- Serenity Appiah | University of Connecticut, Stamford
- Alexa Tymon | University of Dayton
2017 Recipients:
Fairfield Warde High School:
- Samantha Bloch | University of Rhode Island
- Michael Fodor | Western Connecticut State University
- Wayne Rodriquez | American University
Fairfield Ludlowe High School:
- Ally Rigney | University of Michigan
- Mathew Gabowski | Endicott College
The Fairfield Police Union Scholarship Fund is a qualified 501(c)3 non-profit organization.