CCAI 2025 Scholarship Program Accepting Applications
The scholarship program named for the first executive director of the CCAI aims to attract new talent to the industrial finishing and surface coating technologies industry.
The Chemical Coaters Association International Finishing Education Foundation (CCAI FEF) is now accepting applications for the 2025 Matt Heuertz Scholarship Program. Over the past several years, the program has awarded more than $100,000 to students who are currently enrolled in programs that could lead to a career in the finishing industry.
The scholarship program named for the first executive director of the CCAI aims to attract new talent to the industrial finishing and surface coating technologies industry. Under the umbrella of the Matt Heuertz Scholarship Program, this year marks the debut of the Bob Warren Award, a $2,500 scholarship supported by Sames.
The award was established to recognize Warren’s endless contributions and dedication to the industry. He was a CCAI national board member and officer, CCAI West Michigan board member and officer, CCAI FEF board member and officer, and along with his wife, Carole, is CCAI FEF’s first founding member.
“Supporting the educational initiatives of students pursuing academics that could lead to a career in finishing has always been a passion of Bob’s. I can think of no better way to recognize Bob than a scholarship award in his name,” says Sheila LaMothe, CCAI FEF executive director.
Qualified candidate applications will be reviewed by the CCAI Finishing Education Foundation board of directors. Award amounts vary, are determined by the board of directors and are sent directly to the recipient’s academic institution.
To view the complete criteria, selection process and to apply, visit ccaiweb.com/scholarship. Students must complete a scholarship application, provide a transcript or other grade verification, essay, reference letter and resume. The application deadline is April 11, 2025.
