SFM Foundation Scholarship in USA

Degree Level

The scholarship is available for students pursuing:

Associate degree
Bachelor's degree
Master's degree
Vocational education and training
Certificate programs
License programs

Available Subjects

Students enrolled in any academic discipline are eligible to apply.

Benefits

Recipients of the SFM Foundation Scholarship may receive:

Scholarship funding of up to $15,000
Financial support for tuition and educational expenses
Assistance for vocational, undergraduate, or graduate studies
Opportunity to continue higher education with reduced financial burden
Support from a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping families affected by workplace injuries

Eligible Nationalities

Applicants must be:

U.S. citizens, or
Permanent residents of the United States

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for the SFM Foundation Scholarship, applicants must:

Be the natural, adopted, stepchild, or full dependent of a worker who was seriously injured or killed in a work-related accident.
The parent or guardian must have been employed by a Minnesota- or Iowa-based employer and eligible for benefits under the Minnesota Workers' Compensation Act, Iowa Workers' Compensation Act, or a comparable work-related injury compensation program.
Be a resident of Minnesota or Iowa.
Be between 16 and 27 years of age.
Be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident.
Have a high school diploma, GED, or be a high school student in good standing.
Demonstrate financial need.
Be enrolled or planning to enroll in an accredited college, university, or vocational education program.

Application Procedure

Required Documents

Applicants should prepare the following documents:

Completed scholarship application
Proof of U.S. citizenship or permanent residency
Proof of Minnesota or Iowa residency
Academic transcripts or GED documentation
Financial information demonstrating need
Documentation related to the parent's work-related injury or death
Any additional supporting documents requested by the foundation

Application Process

Follow these steps to apply:

Review the scholarship eligibility requirements.
Complete the official scholarship application.
Gather all required supporting documents.
Submit proof of financial need and documentation related to the parent's workplace injury or death.
Ensure all application materials are submitted before March 31, 2027.
Wait for the scholarship committee to review applications and announce recipients.

Why Apply for the SFM Foundation Scholarship?

The SFM Foundation Scholarship provides meaningful financial assistance to students whose families have experienced the challenges of a workplace injury or fatal accident. By supporting college, university, and vocational education, the scholarship helps deserving students achieve their educational and career goals despite financial hardships.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Who is eligible for the SFM Foundation Scholarship?

Students aged 16 to 27 who are U.S. citizens or permanent residents, live in Minnesota or Iowa, and are the dependent of a worker injured or killed in a work-related accident may apply.