James R. Hoffa Memorial Scholarship Fund

The James R. Hoffa Memorial Scholarship Fund awards two types of scholarships to the sons, daughters, or financial dependents of Teamster members in good standing (including BLET, BMWED, and TCRC members). The Academic Scholarship pays either $10,000 over four years ($2,500/year, renewed annually) or a one-time $1,000 award, based on academic record, community service, and financial need. The Training and Vocational Programs Scholarship pays up to $2,000 toward a trade or vocational program in a Teamster-represented industry, based on a personal statement, essay, and financial need. High school seniors (including GED recipients and home-schooled students with an official transcript) may apply once the online application opens each year in late November. Children of full-time local union officers or full-time staff of local unions are not eligible.

Eligibility

DemographicsExcludes children/financial dependents of full-time local union officers or full-time staff of local unions.

Applying

Academic track: $2,500/year for 4 years ($10,000 total) or a one-time $1,000 award. Vocational track: up to $2,000 based on need.