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The TWU Local 556 Scholarship Program supports the educational advancement of eligible Members and their dependents by providing financial assistance toward post-secondary education at accredited institutions.
TWU Local 556 Provides the following scholarship awards each year:
- Four (4) One-Time Scholarships – $2,500 each
- One (1) Multi-Year Scholarship – $5,000 total ($1,250 per year for up to four
consecutive years)
Applicants must be:
- An active Member in good standing of TWU Local 556, OR
- A qualifying dependent of an active member in good standing, as defined by current TWU Local 556 Contract language.
Scholarship Highlights and Eligibility Information:
- Gwen York Scholarship (PDF)
- Paul Gaynor Scholarship (PDF)
- Madeleine Howard Scholarship (PDF)
- Robert “Trebor” McDowell-Atkins Scholarship (PDF)
- Charline Jenkins “CJ” Bostic Scholarship (PDF)
Please review the TWU Local 556 Scholarship Program Handbook for more information regarding the timeline, eligibility, and awards.
Scholarship Updates
Scholarship Applications, ’26-’27 Academic Year
Our Local is proud to sponsor the following five (5) scholarships for the 2026-2027 academic year.
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TWU Local 556
8787 N. Stemmons Frwy.
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Dallas, TX 75247
Phone: (214) 640-4300
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