The Jacob Cangemi Memorial Scholarship was founded in 2007 by Jacob’s mother, Renee Cangemi,
her sister Yvette Oquin and Laurice Goodwin, Jacob’s former teacher and mentor, to honor his memory. Jacob passed away on 07/07/07 due to injuries sustained from a car wreck. In the
18 years that Jacob lived he left an everlasting memory with all that he touched. He was a devoted son and brother, a loyal
friend and hard worker. Jacob was a natural born leader and encourager with a heart for people who were struggling. He consistently
overcame adversity in his life and was an inspiration to those he touched. It is in this spirit that the Jacob Cangemi Memorial
Scholarship was created.
This annual event is the primary fundraiser for the Scholarship which in the past has provided college
scholarships to Trenton area high school students. We are pleased to announce that we are extending our reach to the Texoma
area. Our scholarship is offered to kids who have different learning styles – students who might need additional support
to reach their educational potential. We want to not only help these young men and women see college as a reality but to help
them stay in college. Because we are extending our reach for scholarships from just Trenton to the Texoma area, we have begun
what we hope will be a long-term relationship with Texoma radio station, 107.3 Doc FM.
