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Workforce Readiness Scholarships

Workforce Readiness Scholarships

Presented by Dixie®

Leaders Education Foundation will award scholarships to support West Tennessee students who are enrolled in Workforce Readiness programs or are pursuing industry certifications through West Tennessee community colleges, the Tennessee College of Applied Technology or the William R. Moore College of Technology.

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Information and Eligibility

The program will award up to $1,000 to students enrolled in approved workforce readiness programs or pursuing industry certifications through West TN community colleges, the Tennessee College of Applied Technology or the William R. Moore College of Technology.
The scholarship funds can be used for tuition, purchasing associated supplies, books or materials, testing fees or other related costs associated with the program or certification.
The applicant must be a member of Leaders Education Foundation to apply.
Application periods open annually on Apr. 15, July 15, and Dec. 1.
View Approved Programs from West TN Community Colleges or TCAT by selecting "Apply Now."
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Foundation Workforce Readiness Eligibility

Entry Requirements
and Details

Summer

Applications Open: April 15

Applications Due: April 30

 

Fall

Applications Open: July 15

Applications Due: July 30

 

Spring

Applications Open: December 1

Applications Due: December 31

  1. Complete the online application above. Select "Apply Now".

  2. Be a member of Leaders Education Foundation. If you are not a member, the easiest way to become a member is to select "Give" on our website. A one-time membership donation of $10 is all it takes to be a member. This is a one-time membership. 

  3. Upload a copy of the course registration for the upcoming semester or term.

  4. Explain how the funds will be used to impact your education.

Documents and files to have for uploading to complete the application:

  • Course Registration: Proof that you are enrolled in a workforce readiness program. 
  • Selection of membership with Leaders Education Foundation.
Missing information within the application will result in disqualification. Leaders Education Foundation is under no obligation to contact applicants regarding missing or incomplete information. All applications will be reviewed by Leaders Education Foundation. 

The scholarship funds can be used for tuition, purchasing associated supplies, books or materials, testing fees or other related costs associated with the program or certification.  
Up to ten workforce readiness scholarship recipients will be selected during each application period. Applicants will be notified first by the email address supplied in the application and then via text message or phone call if necessary.

Scholarship checks are mailed to the address provided in the application upon receipt of the W-9 form. A link to the IRS W-9 form is provided in the application and the form must be uploaded in the application for consideration. 

Scholarship checks will be mailed within 2 weeks of the application closing date.

 

Dixie® is the presenting sponsor of the Workforce Readiness Scholarships through Leaders Education Foundation. Through this sponsorship, Georgia-Pacific further showcases its commitment to workforce development and education, aligning with the company’s values of investing in its communities and supporting the growth and success of individuals.