CCAIFEF Opens 2021 Scholarship Applications
The Chemical Coaters Association International Finishing Education Foundation has opened applications for its 2021 Matt Heuertz Scholarship Program.
The Chemical Coaters Association International Finishing Eduction Foundation (CCAIFEF; Lakewood Ranch, Fla.) has opened applications for the 2021 Matt Heuertz Scholarship Program. This program has awarded more than $100,000 in scholarship funds over the past five years to encourage students to pursue advanced education that could lead to a career in industrial finishing. The association will announce the award winners in June.
CCAIFEF is a 501(c)(3) non-profit charitable organization established to support education and training in the industrial finishing and coatings industry.
“Attracting new young talent is crucial to the future of our industry,” states CCAIFEF executive director Sheila LaMothe. “Each year we receive applications from an outstanding pool of students that are not only pursuing studies that could likely lead to a career in industrial finishing, but many of whom are already engaged in the industry through internships, summer employment and job shadow opportunities. We are committed to supporting students in their journey towards a career in finishing, and the scholarship program is an important component of this effort.”
The CCAIFEF Board of Directors for the National Scholarship Program will review qualified candidate applications. The organization will also send applications to the appropriate CCAI regional chapter that provides additional scholarship funding for students residing in their chapter area. The CCAIFEF Board of Directors and local chapters determine individual award amounts and give scholarship recipients a free one-year CCAI student membership.
To view the criteria required to be a qualified applicant or to submit an application, visit the CCAI’s website at www.ccaiweb.com, click on the “Education” tab and scroll down to “Scholarship Program.” Scholarship seekers must complete a CCAIFEF National Scholarship application, provide a transcript or other grade verification and submit a resume with photo by the April 15, 2021 application deadline.
