The first president of the Samuel Gridley Howe Chapter was Alexander D. Varkas. Alexander Varkas was our guiding force, his passing away last December was a great loss to our Chapter and to the entire Hellenic Community. In his memory our chapter has established the "Alexander D. Varkas Scholarship Fund" from which scholarship awards will be granted to deserving students. This was done not only to perpetuate his name and to recognize his deeds, but more important, to give inspiration to those who will follow in his footsteps.
It is our hope that this will eventually become a self-sustatining fund. To this, we must rely upon the help and generosity of his friends, and therefore, ask that you participate by favoring the committee with a donation. We trust that you will join with us in this noble endeavor.
An early reply will be greatly appreciated. Please make checks payable to "Alexander D. Varkas Scholarship Fund". Mail to Alexander D. Varkas Scholarship Fund, 329 Broadway, Cambridge, MA 02139.