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Joint Council 7 Harry Polland/Bob Morales Scholarship

INTERNATIONAL BROTHERHOOD OF TEAMSTERS

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Deadline

July 1, 2027

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Overview

Joint Council 7 Harry Polland/Bob Morales Scholarship

Funder: Joint Council 7 of the International Brotherhood of Teamsters (Teamsters Local 853)

Geographic Scope: California, primarily serving Teamsters Local 853 members and their families

Award Amount: Not specified in materials

Program Background:
This scholarship is named for:

  • Harry Polland - Long-time Joint Council 7 Economist responsible for negotiating and improving Teamster contracts throughout California

  • Robert Morales - Secretary-Treasurer to Teamsters Joint Council 7 and Teamsters Local 350, Director of the IBT's Solid Waste Division
  • Both were known for negotiating the best contracts for Teamster workers and ensuring Teamster jobs provide wages and benefits to support families and enable children to attend college.

    Eligibility:

  • Child or legal dependent of a Teamster Local 853 member in good standing

  • High school senior graduating and planning to attend college or vocational school
  • Selection Criteria:

  • Academic achievement

  • School and community service

  • Financial need
  • Application Requirements:

  • Completion of application form

  • Two-page essay on the topic: "The Importance of Labor Unions"
  • Contact Information:

  • Email: jpayne@teamsters853.org

  • Main Office: Teamsters Local Union 853, 7750 Pardee Lane, Oakland, California 94621

  • Phone: 510-895-8853

  • South Bay: 5988 Silver Creek Valley Rd Suite 55, San Jose, CA 95138, Phone: 408-453-0287

  • Watsonville: 22 E. 5th Street, Watsonville CA 95076, Phone: 831-724-0683
  • How to Apply

    Application Process

    1. Contact for Application Materials
    - Email: jpayne@teamsters853.org
    - Request application form and complete details

    2. Required Materials
    - Completed application form
    - Two-page essay on the topic: "The Importance of Labor Unions"

    3. Submit
    - Return completed application and essay by the deadline

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