The Foster Love Trade Scholarships provide life-changing opportunities for America’s foster youth. We believe in you! Don’t let this opportunity pass you by.
Foster Love has partnered with AVB BrandSource to provide transition-aged and aging-out foster youth with a $12,000 trade scholarship for applicants pursuing America’s high-demand trades at a two-year trade school.
This scholarship provides recipients with access to workforce opportunities, career coaching, and personal development services to ensure our applicant’s long-term success. The scholarship eases the financial pressures of earning a trade degree while paving the way for a brighter future for our students.
Don’t miss out on this life-changing opportunity. Click below to apply!
Apply NowWhat the Trade Scholarship Offers
Recipients are awarded up to $12,000 for up to two years of academic support to help with program costs.
Scholarship funds can be used for housing, academic expenses, and tools and equipment needed for each student’s trade.
Nurturing a family-like environment that offers support, guidance, and resources to empower our youth every step of the way.
Career Coaching: Financial Literacy, Career Pathway Support, and Networking Opportunities that grant students job readiness and life skills for the modern workforce.
90% student completion rate with 70% of youth pursuing careers in their related fields.
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Scholarship Eligibility & Requirements
Applicants for the Trade Scholarship must:
- Provide proof of foster care.
- Be between the ages of 17-25 during the application period.
- Be a United States (U.S.) citizen.
- Have completed a high school diploma or GED.
- Plan to attend an accredited vocational-technical school, trade school, or two-year college.
Applicants must be pursuing the following trades:
- Construction Management
- Plumbing
- Electrician
- Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC)
- Appliance Repair
- Carpentry & Woodwork
- Elevator Technician
- Tool Manufacturing
- Auto Repair & Manufacturing
- Airplane Repair & Manufacturing
- Industrial Mechanical Systems
- Diesel Technology
- Machine Operator
- Metal Casting and Molding
- Culinary Arts
- Agriculture & Horticulture
- Welding
- Masonry
- Cabinet Making
- Equipment Operator
- Computer-Aided Design (CAD) Technician
- Glazier
- Electronic Repair
- Equipment Operation
- Commercial Truck Driving
- Real Estate
How To Apply
Step 1. Gather the Documents Needed to Apply
Candidates must submit key documents to complete the application. Begin by gathering the necessary documents you will need for your application.
- Provide proof of foster care
Dependency letter from the child welfare agency or court documents detailing your foster care placement. - Proof of Enrollment into Trade
Program
Current class schedule, transcript, or proof of enrollment letter. - Most Recent Transcript
High School or College Transcript, whichever is most recent. - Professional Headshot
A photograph to best represent you. - Reflection Statement
1-3 page essay answering the prompt.
Step 2. Complete the Online Application
The online application asks for basic demographic and academic information to verify eligibility.
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Step 3. Submit your Verification Documents
Only completed applications will be reviewed. Please provide the following documents to complete your application. To submit your documents, please review your email to find your dedicated upload link.
- Provide proof of foster care
- Proof of Enrollment into Trade Program
- Most Recent Transcript
- Professional Headshot
- Reflection Statement
Step 4. Monitor Your Email & Reach Out for Help
Stay updated on your application status with follow-up emails from the Foster Love scholarship team. Use the Contact Us button to schedule a call with our amazing scholarship team. We will answer all questions within 2 business days.
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About BrandSource
AVB Brandsource is a leading member-owned buying organization for independent appliances, home furnishings, and consumer text dealers. Brandsource remains dedicated to it's community and customer service values by creating access for former foster youth to pursue trade and vocational training. Our partnership has allowed us to remove the financial barriers associated with pursuing a trade certificate and has paved the way for foster youth to have a brighter future with limitless potential.
Frequently Asked Questions
These FAQ answers some of the common questions regarding the application, selection, and admissions process. Please visit our contact us page for additional information.
Complete the steps outlined above. The BrandSource Trade Scholarship will open in February and will remain open until all scholarship slots are filled.
The scholarship will close as soon as all 10 scholars are selected for the year.
This scholarship does not have academic requirements to apply, however, the scholarship selection committee will take into consideration students that have performed exceptionally well in high school and/or college. If you struggled academically throughout high school or college, you may use the application to address your challenges and how you plan to overcome them.
Each applicant is responsible for securing the necessary paperwork to complete the application. You can start by contacting your social worker's office and requesting proof of foster care. Applicants can ask their guardian or foster family. Applicants can contact their county social services office or state child welfare offices or the state ombudsman office to secure documentation. There are no exceptions for applicants that were never in foster care.
Recipients are awarded up to $12,000 in scholarship funding available for up to two years or until the recipient has completed their trade certification program, whichever occurs first.
This scholarship is solely reserved for individuals who experienced foster care in the United States. No exceptions will be made.
This scholarship is reserved solely for undergraduate college foster care students who are enrolled in a trade/vocational program. No exceptions will be made.