Richard F. Brindza Memorial Scholarship Fund
Funding Amount
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Deadline
Rolling / Open
Grant Type
Foundation
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- Cycle
- Annual
- Tracked since
- April 2026
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Eligible organizations
- Manitowoc Public School District students
Other requirements
- Must pursue a career in trade programs at Lakeshore Technical College
- Manitowoc, Wisconsin
Overview
This scholarship fund was established to provide financial assistance to students pursuing careers in skilled trades, demonstrating the belief that a college degree is not required for rewarding professions.
Focus Area
- Target: Skilled trades education
- Programs: Various trade programs offered by Lakeshore Technical College
Eligibility
- Manitowoc Public School District students
- Must pursue a career in trade programs at Lakeshore Technical College
Geographic Scope
- Manitowoc, Wisconsin
Fund History
Richard "Breezy" Brindza (1916-2016) was a Manitowoc native and only child of Frank "Breezy" and Dorothy Brindza. After high school, he followed in his father's footsteps as a painter contractor and was the proud owner of Breezy Brindza Painting. While Breezy passed away in 2016, his passion for the trades continues through this memorial fund. The fund will help fulfill the need for skilled talent on the Lakeshore by encouraging local students to use their aptitude and passion in vocational education to meet the high demand in the community for skilled professionals.What Lakeshore Community Foundation Inc actually gave
Source: IRS Form 990, 2025
- Grants in 2025
- 75
- Total given
- $2.81M
- Median grant
- $12K
- Range
- $5,250–$276K
- By dollars: Wisconsin 89%, North Carolina 6%, Colorado 3%. Top recipient cities: Manitowoc, WI; Sheboygan, WI; Milwaukee, WI.
- 63% of grants with a stated purpose were for general or operating support.
- 27% of recipients were new grantees, not repeat recipients.
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Fields of Work
- Workforce development
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