Robert G. Porter Scholars Program
$8,000
Overview
The program provides four renewable postsecondary scholarships of $8,000 each (paid over the course of degree completion) for students who are dependents of American Federation of Teachers (AFT) members. In addition, the program awards ten one-time grants of $1,000 to AFT members to support continuing education or to help fund proposals aimed at strengthening and expanding their union.
About the Award’s Namesake
The Robert G. Porter Scholars awards honor Robert G. Porter, who served as the AFT’s secretary-treasurer from 1963 until 1991. Porter devoted his career to defending workers’ rights, advancing civil rights and helping ensure the union served...
Overview
The program provides four renewable postsecondary scholarships of $8,000 each (paid over the course of degree completion) for students who are dependents of American Federation of Teachers (AFT) members. In addition, the program awards ten one-time grants of $1,000 to AFT members to support continuing education or to help fund proposals aimed at strengthening and expanding their union.
About the Award’s Namesake
The Robert G. Porter Scholars awards honor Robert G. Porter, who served as the AFT’s secretary-treasurer from 1963 until 1991. Porter devoted his career to defending workers’ rights, advancing civil rights and helping ensure the union served...
David Barrett Memorial Scholarship
$12,000
Overview
The ASID Foundation administers scholarships created to sustain and grow expertise in targeted areas of design and to support research efforts by ASID members.
David Barrett Memorial Scholarship — Key Information
- Award amount: $12,000
- Application window: February 15 to April 15, 2027
- Frequency: Awarded every two years
Purpose and Eligibility
The David Barrett Memorial Scholarship honors exceptional undergraduate or graduate students enrolled in an accredited interior design program of at least three years’ duration. Candidates should show a sustained interest and proven ability to work with classical design principles—aligned with Greek and Roman traditions—and to incorporate...
Overview
The ASID Foundation administers scholarships created to sustain and grow expertise in targeted areas of design and to support research efforts by ASID members.
David Barrett Memorial Scholarship — Key Information
- Award amount: $12,000
- Application window: February 15 to April 15, 2027
- Frequency: Awarded every two years
Purpose and Eligibility
The David Barrett Memorial Scholarship honors exceptional undergraduate or graduate students enrolled in an accredited interior design program of at least three years’ duration. Candidates should show a sustained interest and proven ability to work with classical design principles—aligned with Greek and Roman traditions—and to incorporate...
Joel Polsky Academic Achievement Award
$5,000
Joel Polsky Prize — $5,000
Application period: February 15 to April 15, 2026
Overview
The Joel Polsky Prize is awarded annually to honor exceptional scholarly work in interior design communicated through print or digital media. The prize recognizes contributions that serve the needs of the public, design professionals, and students, and it targets topics such as educational research, behavioral science, business practice, the design process, theory, or related technical areas. Submissions may take a variety of forms, including but not limited to books, white papers, blog series, and videos. This award is made possible by the Polsky Fund.
Who should...
Joel Polsky Prize — $5,000
Application period: February 15 to April 15, 2026
Overview
The Joel Polsky Prize is awarded annually to honor exceptional scholarly work in interior design communicated through print or digital media. The prize recognizes contributions that serve the needs of the public, design professionals, and students, and it targets topics such as educational research, behavioral science, business practice, the design process, theory, or related technical areas. Submissions may take a variety of forms, including but not limited to books, white papers, blog series, and videos. This award is made possible by the Polsky Fund.
Who should...
Ohio EPA Scholarships
$5,000
Overview
These are merit-based, one-time scholarships for undergraduate students enrolled at an Ohio public or private college, university, or community college who can demonstrate both knowledge of and commitment to careers in environmental science or environmental engineering. Applicants must be entering either their junior or senior year. Recipients are chosen by a panel appointed by the Academy. Funds may be applied toward tuition, fees, books, personal protective equipment, tools, instruments, and field equipment; housing costs are not eligible.
More information, including a list of prior recipients and the topics of their projects, is available on the Ohio EPA website. All...
Overview
These are merit-based, one-time scholarships for undergraduate students enrolled at an Ohio public or private college, university, or community college who can demonstrate both knowledge of and commitment to careers in environmental science or environmental engineering. Applicants must be entering either their junior or senior year. Recipients are chosen by a panel appointed by the Academy. Funds may be applied toward tuition, fees, books, personal protective equipment, tools, instruments, and field equipment; housing costs are not eligible.
More information, including a list of prior recipients and the topics of their projects, is available on the Ohio EPA website. All...
WWIF Scholarships
$10,000
Introduction — Foundation Fund and Overview
The Foundation Fund was created as an endowed fund by the Foundation Board of Directors in June 2013. With confirmation from their respective families, the original endowment was formed using the Charles Lill, Michael Manz, Glenn Coogan, John Farmer, Industry Need, and Rainy Day funds. The number of Foundation Fund scholarships awarded each year varies; awards range from $2,000 to $10,000 and support Washington State students studying viticulture, enology, wine business management at Central Washington University (CWU) or Washington State University (WSU), and V&E graduate-level food sciences.
2025 Scholarship Recipients
Alyssa Perez, Briley Ingram,...
Introduction — Foundation Fund and Overview
The Foundation Fund was created as an endowed fund by the Foundation Board of Directors in June 2013. With confirmation from their respective families, the original endowment was formed using the Charles Lill, Michael Manz, Glenn Coogan, John Farmer, Industry Need, and Rainy Day funds. The number of Foundation Fund scholarships awarded each year varies; awards range from $2,000 to $10,000 and support Washington State students studying viticulture, enology, wine business management at Central Washington University (CWU) or Washington State University (WSU), and V&E graduate-level food sciences.
2025 Scholarship Recipients
Alyssa Perez, Briley Ingram,...
FRA Scholarships
$5,000
Introduction FRA is committed to supporting the educational futures of service members, veterans and their families. Alongside its long history of advocating for expanded DoD and VA education benefits, the FRA Education Foundation was created in 2009 to directly assist students pursuing postsecondary education. Scholarship Program Overview The Foundation operates a robust scholarship program that awards up to $5,000 per recipient to help cover costs for trade schools, community colleges, four-year institutions and graduate programs. Each year the Foundation awards roughly $90,000 in scholarships. Selection is based on demonstrated financial need, academic performance, and qualities of character and leadership. Eligibility...
Introduction FRA is committed to supporting the educational futures of service members, veterans and their families. Alongside its long history of advocating for expanded DoD and VA education benefits, the FRA Education Foundation was created in 2009 to directly assist students pursuing postsecondary education. Scholarship Program Overview The Foundation operates a robust scholarship program that awards up to $5,000 per recipient to help cover costs for trade schools, community colleges, four-year institutions and graduate programs. Each year the Foundation awards roughly $90,000 in scholarships. Selection is based on demonstrated financial need, academic performance, and qualities of character and leadership. Eligibility...
25th IDA Scholarship
$1,500
Introduction Thank you for your interest in the 2026 25th Infantry Division Association (25th IDA) Scholarship. The application form is now available as a PDF. Please review the eligibility rules and application requirements below to confirm you qualify before applying. Purpose The Association may award individual educational scholarships each year from the 25th Infantry Division Association Scholarship Fund to provide financial assistance to deserving students. Eligibility To be eligible, an applicant must meet one of the following: - Be a child or grandchild of an active Association member who has held membership for at least 12 months immediately before the...
Introduction Thank you for your interest in the 2026 25th Infantry Division Association (25th IDA) Scholarship. The application form is now available as a PDF. Please review the eligibility rules and application requirements below to confirm you qualify before applying. Purpose The Association may award individual educational scholarships each year from the 25th Infantry Division Association Scholarship Fund to provide financial assistance to deserving students. Eligibility To be eligible, an applicant must meet one of the following: - Be a child or grandchild of an active Association member who has held membership for at least 12 months immediately before the...
Kansas Peace Officers Association Scholarships
$1,000
Applications must be postmarked by March 31.
Overview
The Kansas Police Officers Association (KPOA) Scholarship supports students who are children or dependents* of active KPOA members and who are pursuing postsecondary education at an accredited institution in Kansas. Awards are granted according to the eligibility and submission requirements below.
Eligibility Requirements
- Applicant must be a high school senior or a current college student and must be the child or dependent* of an active KPOA member. (“Dependent” follows the IRS definition: either a qualifying child or a qualifying relative of the taxpayer.)
- Applicant must plan to attend an accredited...
Applications must be postmarked by March 31.
Overview
The Kansas Police Officers Association (KPOA) Scholarship supports students who are children or dependents* of active KPOA members and who are pursuing postsecondary education at an accredited institution in Kansas. Awards are granted according to the eligibility and submission requirements below.
Eligibility Requirements
- Applicant must be a high school senior or a current college student and must be the child or dependent* of an active KPOA member. (“Dependent” follows the IRS definition: either a qualifying child or a qualifying relative of the taxpayer.)
- Applicant must plan to attend an accredited...
Lou Manzione Scholarship
$1,000
Introduction
The Atlantic Amateur Hockey Association (AAHA), the Atlantic Affiliate of USA Hockey, is pleased to present the Daniel Triano Memorial Scholarship to a student-official who intends to pursue education beyond high school and is an active USA Hockey official within the AAHA.
Award
One (1) non-renewable scholarship in the amount of $1,000 will be awarded to a high school senior who is registered with USA Hockey and currently serves as an on-ice official in the AAHA.
About Daniel Triano
Daniel Triano was a Level 2 official who tragically died in an automobile accident on June 15, 2016, at the...
Introduction
The Atlantic Amateur Hockey Association (AAHA), the Atlantic Affiliate of USA Hockey, is pleased to present the Daniel Triano Memorial Scholarship to a student-official who intends to pursue education beyond high school and is an active USA Hockey official within the AAHA.
Award
One (1) non-renewable scholarship in the amount of $1,000 will be awarded to a high school senior who is registered with USA Hockey and currently serves as an on-ice official in the AAHA.
About Daniel Triano
Daniel Triano was a Level 2 official who tragically died in an automobile accident on June 15, 2016, at the...
Roller Skating Foundation Scholarships
$5,000
Intro
The Roller Skating Foundation is offering scholarship support to qualifying roller skating athletes and students entering college or trade school. A total of $13,000 in awards will be distributed to six recipients. These funds may be used for athletic-related costs or for tuition and other educational expenses.
Who may apply
- High school seniors or individuals who graduated no more than one year prior to applying.
- Applicants must be verifiable as a family member of, an employee of, or a family member of an employee of a current, card-carrying RSA member rink (including RSM member affiliates).
Award amounts...
Intro
The Roller Skating Foundation is offering scholarship support to qualifying roller skating athletes and students entering college or trade school. A total of $13,000 in awards will be distributed to six recipients. These funds may be used for athletic-related costs or for tuition and other educational expenses.
Who may apply
- High school seniors or individuals who graduated no more than one year prior to applying.
- Applicants must be verifiable as a family member of, an employee of, or a family member of an employee of a current, card-carrying RSA member rink (including RSM member affiliates).
Award amounts...
SUVCW Scholarships
$2,500
Overview
The Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War award two scholarships each year, each worth $2,500 for tuition and books. These scholarships are available to high school seniors and current college students of any gender, provided the recipient is enrolled at an accredited four-year college or university before December 31 of the year the award is issued.
Eligibility and expectations
- Applicants must show a history of achievement in academics and community involvement (see page 4).
- Letters of recommendation should speak to the applicant’s sincere interest in, and positive attitude toward, pursuing college-level study.
Required application materials...
Overview
The Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War award two scholarships each year, each worth $2,500 for tuition and books. These scholarships are available to high school seniors and current college students of any gender, provided the recipient is enrolled at an accredited four-year college or university before December 31 of the year the award is issued.
Eligibility and expectations
- Applicants must show a history of achievement in academics and community involvement (see page 4).
- Letters of recommendation should speak to the applicant’s sincere interest in, and positive attitude toward, pursuing college-level study.
Required application materials...
Women Marines Association Scholarship Program
$5,000
Overview The WMA Scholarship Committee awards multiple scholarships each year. The number and size of awards depend on investment earnings (available funds) and the specific criteria for each scholarship. Every complete application received within the official application window by an eligible applicant will be reviewed. Important dates and general rules - Application period: 1 February – 31 March each year. - Any application or supporting materials postmarked after 31 March will not be considered. - Applicants must reapply each year; awards do not automatically renew. - All applicants must have a sponsor who is a current WMA member in good...
Overview The WMA Scholarship Committee awards multiple scholarships each year. The number and size of awards depend on investment earnings (available funds) and the specific criteria for each scholarship. Every complete application received within the official application window by an eligible applicant will be reviewed. Important dates and general rules - Application period: 1 February – 31 March each year. - Any application or supporting materials postmarked after 31 March will not be considered. - Applicants must reapply each year; awards do not automatically renew. - All applicants must have a sponsor who is a current WMA member in good...
