The Salaam Club of New York presents scholarships to three deserving recipients
Civic Organization Honors Students for their Community Service
The Salaam Club of New York held its monthly dinner at La Sajj restaurant in Bay Ridge on Thursday to honor deserving young students with a scholarship award. The three recipients were selected from a group of 11 applicants, based on their exemplary grades and community service.
The meeting was called to order by Salaam Club President Joe Avignone, who welcomed members and guests and introduced newly elected member Chad Hechme. Rev. Khader El-Yateem, pastor of the Salam Arabic Lutheran Church, opened the meeting with a blessing prior to the presentation.