Jason Cintron (Fordham Prep '10)  Jason holds a dual bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice & Sociology from SUNY-Albany and has earned a master’s degree in Urban Policy at Hunter College. A Bronx native, Jason grasps the reality of minority underrepresentation. This is why he has committed to ensuring Minority and Women-Owned Business Enterprise construction firms remain viable and have the resources necessary to bid on projects successfully. He co-founded the Minority & Women Contractors & Developers Association in early 2019. He is an adjunct professor at New York City College of Technology, teaching Real Estate Fundamentals. "Recalling my high school years fills me with immense pride, stemming from the invaluable lessons learned and enduring connections forged at the Prep. These opportunities were made possible through the generous financial assistance of BPAA and the ongoing support of alumni committed to empowering underprivileged youth seeking a top-tier secondary education."

Matthew Sorace (Xavier ’19) graduated summa cum laude from The Ohio State University with a degree in Real Estate and Urban Analysis. He is now an Acquisitions Associate at Ocean Block Capital, a commercial real estate company based in New York City. He is also a General Member of the National Federal Development Association involved in matters involving government real estate. While at The Ohio State University, Matthew founded the chapter of Financial Literacy for Youth, the goal of which is to impart financial wellness education to the youth of Columbus, Ohio. While in college, he also founded an on-campus social fraternity that emphasized the importance of academic achievement and extensive campus involvement. “The Brooklyn Prep Alumni Scholarship fundamentally transformed my life by providing the opportunity to pursue a Jesuit education at Xavier. The scholarship alleviated the financial burden for my family, enabling me to attend Xavier and instill the values of integrity, faith, and service to others, which I’ve carried with me ever since leaving 16th Street.”

Virgil Parker (McQuaid Jesuit ’15) rose from an impoverished background to graduate from Howard University with a degree in Journalism and a minor in Afro-American studies in 2021. He has become a television producer at News10NBC (WHEC-TV), a Fulbright Alumni Ambassador, a community advocate, and more. Mr. Parker has led projects in partnership with a number of organizations including The Aspen Institute, the NAACP Legal Defense Fund, and the Indiana University Lilly Family School of Philanthropy in order to bring attention to social equity issues.  In addition, Parker has executive produced and co-moderated projects that commemorated important community initiatives such as the 60^th anniversary of the Equal Pay Act of 1963 and the 2023 International Day of the Girl Child.  "I am extremely grateful that BPAA granted me a scholarship to finish my education at McQuaid Jesuit. McQuaid creates great opportunities for young men, and people like me would not be able to experience those opportunities without financial support."

Chris Jaroszewski Añazco (Loyola '11) graduated Boston College with a Business Administration degree in 2015. A co-founder of an early-stage e-commerce startup, he is as equally invested in social justice as in business and technology, thanks in large part to his Jesuit education. He previously worked for Porticus, a global foundation whose goals address various social and environmental issues. Besides advising on and leading philanthropic efforts, he has also worked for several not-for-profit organizations including Incarcerations Nations Network an organization committed to addressing mass incarceration and judicial system reform. "The opportunity to attend Loyola School was an enormous blessing, and I will always be grateful. But the BPAA scholarship gift means so much more to me than my high school education. Thank you, Alumni of Brooklyn Prep, for planting a seed, making everything possible, and bringing my dreams within reach."

Jonathan Ahn (St. Peter’s Prep ’17) graduated from NYU in 2021 with a degree in Engineering and is slated to graduate from NYU this spring with a Master’s in Urban Planning from the Graduate School of Public Service. A first-generation college graduate, Jonathan has a deep interest in the economic development of South Global countries and their sustainability. This has led him to internships with the UN Department of Economic and Social Affairs, the UN Capital Development Fund, and the World Bank. He is currently serving as Program Management Intern for the Office of Internal Oversight at the UN.  "Thanks to the alumni of Brooklyn Prep, I received an excellent Jesuit education that has had a lasting impact on me. 'Being a Man for Others' became my life motto and influenced my career path as I work towards creating a more inclusive and sustainable future for all."

Alexander Sanchez (Canisius Prep ’15) received a BA from Canisius University in 2019 and then earned a law degree from the University of Buffalo in 2022. He is about to start at the Erie County District Attorney's office as an ADA. Prior to this transition, he was an Immigration Staff Attorney for the Volunteer Law Project which provides free civil legal services to low income individuals and small not-for-profit groups in Western New York State. Throughout college and law school, Alex has been committed to mentoring Latinos and providing support for those who want to use their education to improve the Buffalo community. “The BPAA gave me the opportunity to open doors I previously did not have access to. Thanks to these opportunities I was able to accomplish great things and am now in a place where I can help others."