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Teamsters Local 502: CASA Scholarship Fund

COMMONWEALTH ASSOCIATION OF SCHOOL

Foundation Annual Grants for Education

Funding Amount

Up to $1,000 per year

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

Teamsters Local 502: CASA Scholarship Fund

Overview: A non-profit trust administered by Trustees devoted to providing financial assistance for the educational endeavors of eligible children.

Geographic Scope: Philadelphia, PA (School District of Philadelphia)

Focus Areas: Undergraduate education at colleges and universities

Eligibility

  • Children of rank and file members of Teamsters Local 502: CASA with a minimum of two years' membership
  • Children attending a public (non-charter) school within the School District of Philadelphia who are recommended by a member of CASA
  • Applicants must demonstrate scholastic ability, good character, and leadership qualities
  • Must take the College Entrance Examination Board (CEEB) test
  • Must maintain at least a "B" average to continue receiving benefits

Award Details

  • Amount: Up to $1,000 per year
  • Payment: Paid directly to college/university tuition, divided equally among semesters
  • Remaining Funds: Unused balance available through college for mandatory extras, required textbooks, or other proper charges
  • Duration: Continues through undergraduate degree if eligibility maintained
  • Unused Balance: Returned to Scholarship Fund upon graduation or end of academic year

Terms and Conditions

  • Winner must notify Fund in writing within ten business days of acceptance
  • Must report promptly in writing any other scholarships or grants received
  • Failure to report other scholarships may result in withdrawal of all future benefits
  • If parent voluntarily terminates employment, benefits may not continue; involuntary termination allows benefits to continue
  • Student must submit transcript at end of each semester
  • No restrictions on college transfers if approved by both institutions and Fund Trustees

Contact Information

Teamsters Local 502: Commonwealth Association of School Administrators Scholarship Fund
855 North Broad Street
Philadelphia, PA 19123
Telephone: (215) 236-7222

How to Apply

Application Process

1. Request Application: Write to the Scholarship Fund office at 855 North Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA 19123 or call (215) 236-7222
2. Complete All Sections: Every candidate must follow application directions and complete all sections to be considered
3. Standardized Testing: Candidates required to take the College Entrance Examination Board (CEEB) test
4. Submit Application: Include CEEB scores and high school scholastic achievement records
5. Notification: Selection Committee will review applications using CEEB scores and high school records as criteria
6. Acceptance: Winner must notify Fund in writing within ten business days of acceptance
7. Ongoing Reporting: Winners must submit transcript at the end of each semester to remain eligible
8. Grant Reporting: Must report promptly in writing any other scholarships or grants received

Required Materials

  • Completed application form (all sections)
  • College Entrance Examination Board (CEEB) scores
  • High school scholastic achievement records
  • High school transcript
  • Proof of eligibility (parent membership documentation for CASA members OR recommendation from CASA member for SDP students)
  • Semester transcript submissions (ongoing)

Focus Areas & Funding Uses

Fields of Work

education

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