American Industries Scholarship
Scholarship Sponsored by Together We Rise
Foster Love Trade Scholarship
Overview
The Foster Love Trade Scholarship (presented by American Industries) helps young people who have experienced foster care pursue skilled trades. Recipients may receive up to $10,000 in educational support distributed across two years to reduce the financial barriers to earning a trade certificate or vocational degree. In addition to funding, the program aims to support recipients’ personal, emotional, and social development as they prepare for careers in the trades.
Ready to take control of your future and join the next generation of trade professionals? Read on for eligibility, qualifying trades, and how to apply.
Eligibility and requirements
Applicants must meet all of the following:
- Provide documentation verifying current or former foster care status.
- Be 17–25 years old at the time of application.
- Be a United States (U.S.) citizen.
- Hold a high school diploma or a GED.
- Intend to enroll in an accredited vocational-technical program, trade school, or a two-year college.
Eligible trades
Applicants must be pursuing training in one of the following areas:
- Plumbing
- Electrician
- Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC)
- Welding
- Masonry
- Appliance repair
- Tool manufacturing
- Auto repair & manufacturing
- Airplane repair & manufacturing
- Industrial mechanical systems
- Diesel technology
- Machine operator
- Metal coating and molding
- Construction management
- Elevator technician
- Carpentry
- Culinary arts
- Agriculture & horticulture
- Dental technician
- Veterinary technician
- Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
- Radiology technician
How to apply
Step 1 — Assemble required documents
Before beginning the online form, gather these items:
- High school transcripts
- Trade school or college transcripts (if applicable)
- Proof of foster care status
- Personal statement essay (essay prompt available in the application portal)
- Professional headshot photo
- Acceptance letter(s) from your trade school or college
Step 2 — Submit the online application
Complete the application and upload your verification documents through the Scholarship Portal.
Step 3 — Watch your email and contact us if needed
You will receive follow-up messages about your application status. If you have questions, use the Contact Us button in the portal to schedule a call with the scholarship team. We respond to inquiries within 2 business days.