Trade Scholarship | Foster Love

“Building A Better Future, Together”

In a collaboration between Foster Love and the Milligan Family Foundation,we are excited to offer this incredible scholarship program tailored to elevating the experiences of current and former foster youth across America. Read More

Our Award Benefits

Recipients are awarded up to $10,000 available for two years.
Funding can support Tuition, Academic Costs, Tools, Housing, Travel, Equipment, and more.
Join a community of young trade professionals.
Explore career development & professional workshops hosted by our partners.
Develop the tools and experience needed to pursue a high-demand career.

Eligibility

Individuals seeking eligibility must fall within ages 18 to 25 in the year of application.
Those applying must hold United States citizenship.
Those seeking consideration should provide evidence of acceptance into an accredited two-year public or nonprofit college or vocational school, with the intent to enroll on a full-time basis.
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Candidates are required to have successfully completed high school or obtained a GED during the application year.

Applicants must meet one of the following criteria:

Have resided in either public or private foster care in the United States for a continuous 12-month period leading up to and including their 18th birthday.
Have experienced orphanhood for a minimum of one year by the time of their 18th birthday.

The applicant is majoring in the following high-demand trades:

Plumbing
Electrician
Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC)
Welding
Masonry
Appliance Repair

Appliance Repair
Tool Manufacturing
Auto Repair & Manufacturing
Industrial Mechanical Systems
Diesel Technology
Machine Operator
Metal Casting and Molding

Dental Technician
Veterinarian Technician
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
Radiology Technician
Construction Management

About The Milligan Family

Joe Milligan and his family join Foster Love (formerly Together We Rise), in our mission to support current and former foster youth, giving them a brighter future through education.

Adopted at infancy, Joe Milligan understands how the support of his family shaped his life trajectory. Together, with their generous donation, we have founded the American Industries Scholarship. Through this trade school scholarship, we hope to provide new opportunities and direct access to the workforce for foster youth nationwide.

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Testimonials

"It's hard to believe that I'm just a 22-year-old trying to make a difference, and here you are, believing in me and my career. The American Industries Scholarship has been a game-changer for me, and it's given us youth the resources and opportunities we need to push forward and turn my dreams into reality."
- Melody B.
"Not only has the financial support made a huge difference, but the program's guidance and mentorship have been invaluable. The obstacles I've overcome have fueled the successes I'll achieve. The advice I've received has helped me navigate through some tricky situations, and I'm incredibly grateful for Foster Love's willingness to share their wisdom with me."
- Vincent M.

Our Impact

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The American Industries Scholarship boasts a 95% program completion rate, with students typically finishing their trade certification in 18 months.
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Commencing in 2022, a total of 30 trade scholarships have been awarded to individuals who have experienced foster care.
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A total of $300,000 in scholarships has been granted to students currently pursuing trades or who have previously pursued them.
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As per the 2023 data from Data USA, the average national annual wage for Veterinary Technicians is estimated to be $81,847.

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American Industries Scholarship