Teamster Scholarships Available

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We are excited to share several scholarship opportunities available for students pursuing college, vocational, or training programs. These scholarships provide financial assistance to high school seniors who meet specific eligibility requirements, including being a financial dependent of a Teamster member in good standing. Below are the details for each scholarship, including deadlines and application instructions. Be sure to review the requirements carefully and apply before the deadlines!

James R. Hoffa Memorial Scholarship Fund (JRHMSF)

Deadline: March 1, 2025
Award Amount: $1,000 – $10,000 (Academic) & $500 – $2,000 (Vocational/Training)
Eligibility: High school seniors in the U.S. or Canada who are financial dependents of Teamster members.
Application Process: Apply online through ISTS and select the James R. Hoffa Memorial Scholarship Fund application.
Key Code for Registration: JRHMSF
Apply Online: James R. Hoffa Memorial Scholarship Fund (JRHMSF)


Joint Council 42 Scholarship

Deadline: March 3, 2025
Eligibility: Children of active Teamster members whose local union is affiliated with Joint Council 42.
Download Application: Teamsters Joint Council 42 Scholarship


Teamsters Scholarship Fund

Deadline: May 1, 2025
Award Amount: $2,000 merit-based scholarships for 600 high school seniors.
Eligibility: High school seniors who are financial dependents of a Teamster member in good standing.
Application Process: Apply online through ISTS and select the Teamsters Scholarship Fund application.
Apply Online: Teamsters Scholarship Fund

We encourage all eligible students to take advantage of these fantastic opportunities. Don’t miss out—apply before the deadlines!