Bies Family Foundation SkillPointe Scholarship Grant

Bies Family Foundation SkillPointe Scholarship Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Bies Family Foundation Inc.
Amount: US $5,000
Last Updated: February 15, 2026

Summary

The Bies Family Foundation SkillPointe Scholarship provides $5,000 to support individuals pursuing careers in automotive maintenance in the Detroit area. Applications are accepted until March 31 and September 30, remaining eligible until graduation. The foundation has funded over 1,000 scholarships nationwide, raising more than $5 million to close the skills gap and enhance workforce readiness. With a high completion and employment rate among recipients, the initiative aims to uplift both individuals and the American economy.

Overview

NOTE: The application deadlines are March 31 and September 30, and applications remain eligible for selection until graduation or completion of the training program. About the Foundation The skills gap prevents American families, industry, and our nation from realizing potential. We started the SkillPointe Foundation to bridge the gap. In 2021, we were just an idea. Today, we’re a leading force for change. We’re not talking about workforce problems, we’re fixing them. We’re doers, just like America’s workers. Backed by visionary partners like The Home Depot Foundation, GE Vernova Foundation, and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation, we’re turning bold ideas into real solutions that help individuals thrive and industries compete. We’ve already funded 1,000+ vocational scholarships across 50 states and raised more than $5 million to create big opportunities for workers pursuing high-demand skills and the companies needing to hire them. We’re redefining scholarships, making awards at scale, and channeling trained workers into high-demand careers that don’t require a four-year degree. And here’s the best news: Our model works. Over 95% of scholarship recipients complete training. Of those, 97% find employment. Median post-training income increase is +$32,000 in Year 1. By helping individuals earn better paychecks and businesses meet critical workforce needs, we’re not just transforming lives — we’re strengthening the backbone of the American economy. Our Mission Upskilling America and closing the skills gap by partnering with leading organizations to fund at-scale scholarships for high-demand skills not requiring a four-year degree. Bies Family Foundation SkillPointe Scholarship $5,000 Automotive Maintenance Scholarships Detroit, Michigan Area.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Be enrolled or plan to enroll within one year, in a technical/vocational school or community college (related program/certificate) in a Detroit-Area community/technical college or other training program. Pursuing or have obtained a high school diploma or GED. Be training for a career in automotive maintenance or related field. Scholarships must be used within 1 year of acceptance.