The scholarship is specifically available to students enrolling in the college’s Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) program, located at its Benton Harbor campus.

“Employers and job providers have told us short-term training opportunities like the LMC Truck Driving School and the Marine Maintenance Technology program are in high demand,” explained Doug Schaffer, Vice President of Advancement and Community Impact. “Those programs, however, are not eligible for traditional financial aid like Pell grants or state scholarship programs. This is the LMC Foundation stepping in to fill a significant need in our community to help students with career opportunities.”

The CDL program, a cornerstone of LMC’s short-term training offerings, is conducted in partnership with Regen Trucking School. Students can complete all requirements in just three weeks at the South Haven campus. Additionally, the Marine Maintenance Technology program, a recent addition to LMC’s lineup, is also included in the scholarship initiative.

Jeremy Burleson, Associate Dean of the South Haven Campus and Select Academic Programs, highlighted the importance of this funding: “We have a great deal of interest in truck driving, but the stumbling block has been the lack of financial aid for students. The Lake Michigan College Foundation is paving the way for high-paying jobs, and we are grateful to LMC donors and leaders for again removing barriers for people in our community. This is great news for our region and our students.”

By addressing the financial challenges that often accompany short-term training programs, Lake Michigan College is opening doors to lucrative career paths for individuals in Southwest Michigan.

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Through this program, TCA provides financial support to help students achieve their academic goals. Eligible full-time undergraduate students can receive up to $6,250 per year, while students attending a two-year college can qualify for up to $2,000 annually.

Who Can Apply?

Eligible applicants must maintain a minimum GPA of 3.0 and be pursuing their first degree at an accredited U.S. or Canadian two-year or four-year college or university.

Applicants must also meet one of the following criteria:

• Be a child, grandchild, or spouse of an employee at a TCA member company.

• Be a child, grandchild, or spouse of an independent contractor affiliated with a TCA member company.

• Be a current employee of a TCA member company.

Recipients are chosen based on academic potential, financial need, extracurricular involvement, application effort, area of study, and recommendations. TCA states that scholarships are awarded without discrimination based on race, sex, religion, age, or other protected statuses.

Scholarship Selection & Administration

The program is managed by Scholarship Management Resources (SMR), and the recipient selection is conducted by a specialized committee at SMR. Factors such as the candidates’ academic achievements, financial requirements, and overall integrity are considered during the selection process.

The Ohio Foundation of Independent Colleges’ Scholarship Management Resources (SMR) handles all administrative functions. For questions about the application process or document submissions, students can contact SMR directly at scholarships@ofic.org.

Important Dates

• Applications Open: February 4

• Deadline to Apply: March 21

• Scholarship Decisions: Announced by the end of June

• Distribution: Scholarships will be sent directly to recipients’ campuses in July, provided course schedules are submitted.

Don’t miss this opportunity to secure financial assistance for your education. Apply online today.

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What Is the OOIDA Mary Johnston Scholarship?

If you’re an OOIDA member with children, grandchildren, or legal dependents pursuing higher education, this scholarship is designed for them. Whether they’re starting college or working toward another educational goal, these funds can make a real difference in helping them achieve success.

Every year, five students are selected to receive scholarships. One standout recipient earns $2,000 annually, while four others are awarded $1,000 each year. These scholarships can be renewed for up to four years and used for tuition or other education-related expenses.

How to Apply

Getting started is simple: download the application and cover letter from the OOIDA website. But don’t wait—all materials must be submitted by February 1. This deadline is firm, so be sure to get everything in on time! A Scholarship Advisory Committee reviews all submissions anonymously to ensure a fair and impartial selection process.

Supporting Education Together

Want to help even more students? Consider donating to the scholarship fund. Contributions can be made online at OOIDA.com/Scholarship-Program or mailed to:

OOIDA Foundation Inc.
1 NW OOIDA Dr.
Grain Valley, MO 64029

The OOIDA Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, so every donation directly supports vital programs for small-business truckers and their families.

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This generous contribution reflects Pilot’s commitment to supporting both the trucking industry and the families of service members. The funds will grant scholarship opportunities to eligible individuals, helping them start their trucking careers and strengthen the nation’s essential supply chain.

“It’s an honor for Pilot to continue to celebrate and honor the incredible heroes across our country—the truck drivers who safely put millions of miles on our highways to keep us going and our service members, first responders and their families who sacrifice so much for our nation,” said Wendy Hamilton, Chief of Staff at Pilot. “Giving back to the families of those who have made the ultimate sacrifice for our country and the communities we serve, especially through education, is a small way to show our gratitude and support their future. We look forward to seeing more truck drivers out here and are thankful for the work done through Folds of Honor and their scholarship programs.”

Folds of Honor, established in 2007, has so far delivered over 62,000 scholarships across all 50 states, amounting to nearly $290 million in educational aid. This shared mission aligns perfectly with Pilot’s efforts to give back to service members’ families by providing educational opportunities with lasting impact.

“Folds of Honor is grateful for the support of Pilot,” said Lt Col Dan Rooney, CEO and Founder of Folds of Honor. “This contribution will enable us to heighten our impact and further our mission to honor the sacrifice of America’s service members and first responders and educate their legacy. Pilot, its team members, and the individuals it serves are true patriots that understand the importance of education and are doing something about it.”

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