Narragansett 2100, Inc., a non-profit organization of landlords with rental property in Narragansett and Narragansett property managers, awards an annual $1,000 scholarship to a URI student who resides in Narragansett.

“This scholarship is to honor Ray Kagels, founder and past president of Narragansett 2100, Inc. Ray loved the town of Narragansett and devoted much of his time volunteering in Narragansett. He worked hard in getting the various constituencies to work together to improve the quality of life in Narragansett. This annual scholarship is awarded to a URI student residing in Narragansett who exhibits a strong level of community service. Piper exemplifies URI students who give back to their community.” Said George Nonis, president of Narragansett 2100, Inc. 

After reviewing over 60 scholarship applications from URI students, the Narragansett 2100 Scholarship Committee awarded the scholarship to Piper Bannon, a Biological Sciences major with a 3.41 GPA. Piper has an extensive list of volunteering. 

She volunteered for URI S.A.V.E.S, beach cleanups, South County Habitat for Humanity, South Kingstown Land Trust cleanups, Optimism Walk, Tomorrow Fund, and numerous other community volunteering events.

 Alicia Vignali Henry, URI Coordinator of Community Engagement says, “Piper is an inspiring student leader that brings people together by facilitating respectful service opportunities throughout RI communities.”   

The scholarship award was presented to Piper by Lisa Beth Sanford, a Narragansett 2100, Inc, board member and a member of the Narragansett 2100 Scholarship Committee. Also present was Joyce Kagels, wife of the late Ray Kagels.

(picture left to right-Joyce Kagels, Alicia Vignali Henry, Piper Bannon, Lisa-Beth Sanford)     

FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: Joe Lembo, Board Member  This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.