Teamsters Local 502: CASA Scholarship Fund

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

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)