How much funding does Roadway Worker Memorial Scholarship provide?

Roadway Worker Memorial Scholarship provides Up to $11,000 (up to $10,000 base + $1,000 Chuck Bailey Memorial add-on) in funding.

When is the deadline for Roadway Worker Memorial Scholarship?

The funder has not published the next deadline; based on past cycles it is expected around February.

Who is eligible for Roadway Worker Memorial Scholarship?

Eligible applicants: Students pursuing post-secondary education (community college, four-year college, graduate school, or trade school); Students can reapply each year through graduate studies.

How often is Roadway Worker Memorial Scholarship offered?

Roadway Worker Memorial Scholarship runs on an annual cycle. The next deadline is expected February 15, 2027.

Roadway Worker Memorial Scholarship

American Traffic Safety Services Association Inc

Foundation Annual

Funding Amount

Up to $11,000 (up to $10,000 base + $1,000 Chuck Bailey Memorial add-on)

Deadline

Expected ~February

Based on past cycles

Grant Type

Foundation

Deadline history & next window

Cycle: Annual
Current deadline: February 15, 2027
Tracked since: April 2026

Deadlines typically fall in: February

Source: the cycle recorded on this listing. Confirm dates with the funder.

Can we apply?

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Eligible organizations

Students pursuing post-secondary education (community college, four-year college, graduate school, or trade school)
Students can reapply each year through graduate studies

Other requirements

Dependents of roadway workers who were killed or permanently disabled in work zone incidents
Students demonstrating strong commitment to volunteerism may receive an additional $1,000 Chuck Bailey Memorial Scholarship
Award Amount: Up to $10,000 annually; up to $1,000 additional for Chuck Bailey Memorial component

Overview

The Roadway Worker Memorial Scholarship is a competitive scholarship program offered by the American Traffic Safety Services (ATSS) Foundation to support students who have experienced tragedy in work zones.

Geographic Scope: United States (national program)

Focus Areas: Work zone safety, roadway worker safety

Eligibility:

Dependents of roadway workers who were killed or permanently disabled in work zone incidents
Students pursuing post-secondary education (community college, four-year college, graduate school, or trade school)
Students can reapply each year through graduate studies
Students demonstrating strong commitment to volunteerism may receive an additional $1,000 Chuck Bailey Memorial Scholarship

Award Amount: Up to $10,000 annually; up to $1,000 additional for Chuck Bailey Memorial component

Program History:

Inception: 2002
As of 2026, the Foundation has awarded 147 Roadway Worker Memorial Scholarships
28 Chuck Bailey Memorial Scholarships awarded
In 2025-26 academic year alone: 9 scholarships awarded totaling $83,000
Total scholarships awarded since program start: over $660,000

Contact Information:

Email: foundation@atssa.com
ATSS Foundation Director: Lori Diaz
Mailing: 150 Riverside Parkway, Suite 311, Fredericksburg, VA 22406-1094
Phone: 1-540-368-1701

How to Apply

Application Process

Deadline: February 15 (for the following academic year)

Application Format:

One unified application for both Roadway Worker Memorial Scholarship and Chuck Bailey Memorial Scholarship
Students can reapply each year

Required Materials:

Contact foundation@atssa.com for specific application requirements and forms

Submission:

Email to: foundation@atssa.com

Additional Information:

Applications accepted for community college, four-year college, graduate school, and trade school students
Students may provide evidence of volunteerism commitment for consideration of Chuck Bailey Memorial add-on ($1,000)
Recipients share their stories on ATSSA website for program promotion

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