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Trades Make the World Go 'Round

$500
1 winner$500
Awarded
Application Deadline
Apr 30, 2024
Winners Announced
May 31, 2024
Education Level
High School, Undergraduate
Eligibility Requirements
Education Level:
High school, undergraduate, or trade school student
Field of Study:
Pursuing a trade program (HVAC, electrician, roofing, welding, general contractor, cosmetology, etc.)

There is a growing need for more workers in the trades, as they are vital fields that are facing shortages. 

As fields evolve, becoming a trade specialist requires additional training and schooling, which often comes at a high cost. The expense imposed by college or certification programs can deter students from lower-income families from pursuing their academic and professional goals.

This scholarship aims to support the next generation of trade specialists by reducing the financial barrier posed by education.

Any high school, undergraduate, or trade school student who will be pursuing a trade program, including HVAC, roofing, welding, cosmetology, etc., may apply for this scholarship.

To apply, tell us about yourself and why you’re pursuing a career in the trades.

Selection Criteria:
Ambition, Drive, Passion
Published November 2, 2023
Essay Topic

Please tell us a bit about yourself and why you are choosing the path of the trades.

250–600 words

Winners and Finalists

May 2024

Finalists
Latayia Allen
Dakota Rivers
Madison Woolston
Juelz Soria
Olivia Smith
Lorenz Anderson
Jamacy Daniels
Delfon King
Ashley Gonzalez
Abbie Strait
Colton Hogue
Garret Willmarth
HarLee Dykstra
Taylor Young
Derek Otter
ayesha williams
Jadon Uecker
Olivia Thompson
jesus ojeda
Colson Deevers
Agnes Exantus
Smon Andebrhan
Gabriel Hernandez
Ciana Webb
Stephanie Suarez
Dorian Tavela
Jasmine Guerrero
Zach Rasmussen
Steven Avalos
Bryelle Schultz
Ezequiel Martinez Lopez
Kayla Wood
Andrea Sponseller
Brandon Kolic
Haley Rose
Taeshon Vazquez
Amilcar Fernandez
Nick Dang
Zane Hochstetler
Amanda Schwartz
daniel knowles
James Harrison
Amber Beans
Mariam Neyazi
LaToya Nelson
Megan Kendrick
Morianna Llapa
Felicia Smolinski
Alexis Sarabia
Marina Perales-Brady
Daniel Kish
Kathryn Jessup
Joseph Jackson
Ava Stewart
Hanna Riggs
Reed Redline
michael williams
Iliana Ingamells
Christina Hodel
Jessica Baker
Kelley Dennison
Karri Hunt
Gregory McGinnis

Winning Application

Hannah Dorsey
Clary Sage CollegeCLAREMORE, OK
I am an 18-year-old trade school student pursuing a degree in Esthetician. I graduated from Claremore High School in 2023 and got All-State for Volleyball. I won many awards during my senior year and made excellent progress. I also won Student of the Month and MVP. My motivation is my success and my future. To me, you should always shoot to be the best version of yourself. I motivate myself every day to go the extra step whether that be making my bed every morning, or not skipping class for fun. I want a solid and stable career for my future life and kids. My motivation is to be successful and prove that a line of ancestry has nothing to do with your outcome in life. Getting into the routine, a good schedule that fits my lifestyle, and the best adventures there will be is so exciting and makes me beyond excited to start this career! I want to give my clients the confidence and boost they deserve. Two ways you can show that you are accountable at work is by showing up to work and taking responsibility. Showing up to work on time, efficiently, and professionally are the 3 things I first taught myself. The way you portray yourself in a work environment not only reflects on you, but also reflects on your job. Being efficient shows how hard driven and compassionate you are to be helping another citizen accomplish their dream. Time is a tricky thing, and it often catches people in a hole. Time management is very important when you sign up to give x amount of hours a week of yourself to an industry or business. My future career plan is to have a shop of my own. I want to feel at ease when starting my services and confidence. I am not sure if I want a shop that I rent out to other Estheticians or if I want to just have a single-room shop that I am only out of. I like the single-room shop better that way I can have my vibe throughout my whole career. I would like to donate some of my time to a Women’s Abuse Shelter or the young moms who are currently homeless. I would also like to provide a discount of service to First Responders to acknowledge their work and bravery. I want my clients to feel a sense of peace when walking into my shop. I want a good atmosphere and positive vibes throughout their service.

FAQ

When is the scholarship application deadline?

The application deadline is Apr 30, 2024. Winners will be announced on May 31, 2024.