Submit Scholarship Application
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.
This form is currently closed for submissions.
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