Applying for the scholarship:

1. Complete the online application here OR Downloadable Application

2. Include High School transcripts

3. Include written recommendations from two persons: A teacher within the last two years and an employer or adult (non-relative) who can offer references for you

4. Include proof of hire by builder or subcontractor, acceptance into trades training school or acceptance into 2-year college. (Most recent transcripts may be substituted for acceptance letter.)

5. Application and these items must be received by the HBA Charitable & Educational Foundation by the deadline

The HBA Skilled Trades Scholarship aims to provide annual scholarships to deserving individuals – aged 18-25 years old – who are pursuing a construction career either as a direct hire OR through post-high school trades training or earning a 2-year college degree in the area of construction. Scholarships may include:

• Money for tools, specialized clothing, gear or safety equipment and/or transportation to an individual employed at a residential builder or subcontractor
• Money for fees and expenses at a post-secondary construction trades school (i.e. Southeastern Michigan Construction Academy, etc.)
• Money for fees and expenses at a 2-year college construction or construction trades program

DEADLINE: June 10, 2022.