The Nora Moran Marovich Award (the 'Nonnies')
The WSI Nora Moran Marovich Award, affectionately known as the "Nonnies Award,” aims to help provide financial support to high school juniors and seniors pursuing post-secondary education at a two- or four-year institution or a trade school, while also recognizing students who demonstrate a strong commitment to community service and have an Irish heritage or connection to the Irish community.
Originally established as the Celtic Service Award, the Nonnies Award was renamed to honor Nora “Nonnie” Moran Marovich, a founding member of WSI and a guiding voice in shaping the WSI organization. Known for her compassion, generosity, and willingness to help others, Nonnie’s legacy of service and support lives on through this meaningful award.
APPLICATION NOW OPEN!
Submission Deadline: February 16, 2026
This year, the Nora Moran Marovich Award will consist of three (3) $2,500 awards with the goal of helping to further the ability of high school juniors or seniors to pursue higher education at a two- or four-year institution or a trade school. Award winners are welcome to attend the St. Patrick's Day parade and participate on the West Suburban Irish Float.
Eligibility:
- Currently enrolled as a Junior or Senior in High School in the western suburbs of Chicago
- Irish heritage or connection to the Irish community
- Intention to pursue higher education/training
Applications are due February 16, 2026 and winners be announced on March 1, 2026
2026 The Nonnie Award Application
When completing the application, please hit the submit button and if you log into Google, you can later update the application.