Joseph A. Romano
The Enrico Fermi Educational Fund of Yonkers proudly announces that Joseph A. Romano has joined the Board of Trustees effective immediately. Rich Poccia, Co- President said “We are so honored to have Joe Romano join our Board of Trustees. The Romano family has a rich history in Yonkers, just as Enrico Fermi – now in our 62nd year – does. The Romano family has carried on the legacy of their father, John Romano, who was one of the forefathers of Enrico Fermi and they have been providing scholarship funding for scholarships in their fathers and uncle’s name through Enrico Fermi for the past several years for students from Yonkers”.
Enrico Fermi was founded on the principles of giving back to the Community by providing college scholarships to residents of Yonkers, and more recently, Westchester County who excel academically, have an impact in the community and are of traceable Italian heritage.
Joe Romano said “I am so delighted to join the Board of Enrico Fermi. The core values and mission is very much aligned to my family and I know that I can help make even a bigger impact in our community. As an attorney, I see the value of education and look to this as one way to make a difference and carry on in the great wishes of my Dad. I encourage others to make a difference too”.
Joe Romano, an accomplished Yonkers based attorney has been active in many community activities, in addition to his robust legal practice.
Rich Poccia concluded by saying “Joe and the Romano family is an asset to the City of Yonkers and Westchester County and we are glad that he will be by our side as we continue to carry on the legacy of the Enrico Fermi Educational Fund of Yonkers and provide scholarships for years to come
Joseph A. Romano attended Roosevelt High School in Yonkers and is an alumnus of Hobart and William Smith College, where he contributes annual scholarship donations and supports the university’s endowments. In loving memory of John N. Romano, the Romano family continues to support various educational programs. Helping others is fundamental to Joseph’s nature and has become the most rewarding aspect of his life. He believes that the first fruits of your labor are never solely yours; he was taught to give freely. Over the years, his support has benefited numerous organizations that make a difference, including law enforcement, political parties, civil court judges, unions, societies, and the Dominican Cultural Association of Yonkers, among others. Joseph A. Romano is the proud father of two children, Nicole and Michael, who are the pillars of his existence and will continue his legacy for years to come.
Poccia continued, “In 2025, we are so pleased to be offering a total of nine (9) scholarships which will be awarded to five high school students residing in Yonkers (from four) and to three high school students (from two) residing in Westchester County. These are in addition to our Annual Science Scholarship. Further, total scholarships will now total $50,000. We are grateful to our supporters, contributors and sponsors who help make this possible“
The Enrico Fermi Educational Fund of Yonkers online scholarship application process is now “live” and available at www.enricofermi.org through March 10, 2025, at which point the Scholarship application process will close. Paper applications will not be accepted. Recipients will be notified on or about April 5 and we will celebrate the awarding of these nine scholarships at our 62nd Annual Scholarship Breakfast to be held on May 4, 2025 at Mulinos at Lake Isle in Eastchester, New York.
Scholarship applications, eligibility criteria and the application timetable- applications must be submitted by March 10, 2025 – can be found on our website at www.enricofermi.org.
