Funding Amount

Up to $7,500 per scholarship

Deadline

Closed

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

New Beginnings Scholarship

Funder: Lake Trust Foundation

Status: Applications open January 12 – April 12, 2026

Geographic Scope: Michigan

Overview: The New Beginnings Scholarship supports those interested in pursuing a skilled trade or technical career. Employers in these categories are facing shortages, and jobs are in high demand.

    Award Details

  • Number of Awards: Four New Beginnings Scholarships available per year
  • Amount per Scholarship: Up to $7,500
  • Total Annual Funding: Up to $30,000

    Eligible Career Fields

  • Electrical
  • HVAC
  • Construction
  • Welding
  • Plumbing
  • Nursing
  • EMT (Emergency Medical Technician)
  • Other skilled trades and technical careers

    Allowable Uses of Funds

  • Tuition
  • Tools for the trade
  • Professional fees
  • Dues

Background

Created to address workforce shortages in high-demand skilled trade and technical professions by supporting students pursuing these career paths in Michigan.

How to Apply

Application Process

1. Application Period: January 12 – April 12, 2026
2. View Guidelines: Consult New Beginnings Scholarship guidelines for detailed requirements
3. Submit Application: Use the "APPLY NOW" link on the Lake Trust Foundation website

    Submission Details

  • Guidelines available at scholarship page
  • Applications submitted through Lake Trust Foundation portal
  • Deadline: April 12, 2026
  • Four awards available annually on competitive basis

Focus Areas & Funding Uses

Fields of Work

workforce-development

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