Celebrating our scholarship recipients.
Every name on this page represents a story of perseverance, hope, and community support. Each recipient reminds us how your generosity opens doors and changes lives. Explore our scholarship recipients by year, and join us in celebrating the difference we’re making together.
Drake – Renewal In Honor of Sid Marious
Drake will be using his scholarship renewal for his summer at the Capable Kids Program.Drake will be using his renewal scholarship for services at Mercy Autism Center. Sid Marious continues to be a huge support of Project iAm and spends countless hours at our events helping to make it special for everyone.
Alex – Renewal in Honor of Michael Blabicki
Alex is very excited to participate in the Summer Camp at the NUHOP Program this year with his scholarship money. Michael Glabicki again surprised the community when he brought himself, along with his entire band Rusted Root, for an impromptu, last minute performance which benefitted Project iAm. This fun night brought together Michael and Alex’s mother for a first time face to face meeting and a heartfelt thank you.
Chloe – In Honor of Mike Toth
Chloe will be using her funding at the Promedica Autism program.Being a drummer isnt easy. Being a drummer that lets other drummers use your drums is really not easy. Michael has selflessly donated his drums and his artistic ability to Project iAm for various projects, including our upcoming Joan Jett Concert. Michael has been a loyal fan and supporter of Acoustics for Autism and has continued to give tirelessly to this organization so that Chloe, and our other ASD kids, can get the help and treatment they deserve!
Marisa – In Honor of Daryl Robinson.
Marisa used her scholarship funding at the Promedica Autism Program.Not only is Daryl selfless in his time dedication to Project iAm and Acoustics for Autism, but he has continuously helped this event and all the drummers by the use of his drums and assistance with the bands. Mr. Robinson is an asset to this charity and the community and it is our pleasure to honor him with this scholarship named after him.
Gabe – In Honor of Paul Accetola
Gabe will be using his funding from Project iAm for his continued therapy at Wood County Family Resources. Paul Accetola was a friend, contributor, and volunteer for Project iAm, known for his constant generosity. Paul would dedicate hours, not only at events, but also by making our “Vault keys” by the hundreds for our events. Unfortunately, Paul lost his battle with cancer just before Gabe was awarded this scholarship. We hope he feels the gratefulness from up above.
Joseph – In Honor of Mike Dibling
Joseph is using his scholarship money for the Mercy Autism Program. Mr. Dibling is new to the Project iAm family, but his generosity has allowed our Acoustics for Autism event in March to grow, while still allowing us to attain our mission. Allowing his property for our event, at no cost to us, has greatly contributed to our goal of raising money for our scholarship fund, while keeping our overhead low. Mr. Dibling is an amazing person and we are so thankful for his contributions to this organization!
Jovan – In Honor of Sean Mcmahon
Jovan has been using his funding at Toledo Children’s Hospital. Sean has not only actively volunteered though music, but he also has constantly spread the word and awareness of Project iAm. Without his help and enthusiasm, we would not be able to have the successful events we do!
Danny – In Honor of Steven Knurek
Danny was able to continue his therapy with Serenity Farms with his scholarship money. Stevie has been a musician at every music event we have had for Project iAm. He has also selflessly given his time at other events as a hardworking volunteer. Danny made Stevie a lovely art piece to show his appreciation for his dedication to Project iAm
Karalyn – In Honor of Alen Spencer and Anthony Beck
Karalyn was awarded a scholarship to attend therapeutic horse riding at Serenity Farms. Anthony and Allen have been gracing Project iAm since its first Acoustics for Autism in 2008. They have continuously provided music, volunteers, publicity, and assistance of all kinds to the charity.
Adam – Renewal In Honor of Jim Tressel
Adam was renewed the Jim Tressel Scholarship, which he will be using for his treatment at Rehab Dynamics. Mr. Tressel has been supportive of Project iAm from day one and continues to send memorabilia for our auctions and raffles every year. Mr. Tressel has always shown us such generosity and class in his giving; we are proud to have been able to even remotely returned your generosity by naming this scholarship for Adam after you.