United Way of Long Island was honored to call Scott Martella a friend. He was a rising star in New York State and was a dedicated public servant who impacted thousands of lives across Long Island. Before the age of 30, Scott assembled a list of accomplishments that included being the youngest member in the history of the Smithtown Central School District Board, was a key liaison to Governor Cuomo during Superstorm Sandy and served as the director of communications for Suffolk County Executive Steve Bellone.
The Scott Martella Memorial Scholarship Fund provides scholarships to students who will be attending college whose studies may include international relations or public service. The Fund also makes grants to 501(c)(3) tax exempt not-for-profit organizations.
Charitable contributions to The Scott Martella Memorial Scholarship Fund may be made online, or may be mailed directly to: United Way of Long Island, 819 Grand Blvd., Deer Park, NY 11729.
Please add The Scott Martella Memorial Scholarship Fund on the envelope and on the memo section of your check.