Scholarships
Supporting members beyond the workplace is also part of our ongoing mission. Through these scholarships we help Teamster families, shape the leaders of tomorrow and contribute to building up a better country for everyone.
Please contact us if you have any questions about Teamster scholarships.
Teamsters Canada Member Scholarship
Unlike other scholarships, the Teamsters Canada Member Scholarship was specially created for current members and not their children or financial dependents. The program is perfect for members who wish to continue their education, sign up for driving courses or a trade school, or branch out into a different industry. Our scholarships are meant to help members afford tuition for post-secondary and certificate programs. The application process involves writing a short essay. The deadline is October 31 of each year. Four $2,500 scholarships will be awarded. Click here to learn more.
James R. Hoffa Scholarships
The application system for the James R. Hoffa Memorial Scholarship is now open and can be accessed here. Eligible students must be: high school seniors (and CEGEP in QC) in the U.S. or Canada who are the sons, daughters or financial dependents of Teamster members (including members of the TCRC and TCRC-MWED).
Please find attached the poster for the James R. Hoffa Memorial Scholarship Fund, that is open to the children of members. The deadline for application is March 1st, 2025.
Furthermore, here is the website should you need more information: http://www.jrhmsf.org/
The Teamsters Scholarship Fund
ATTENTION HIGH SCHOOL SENIORS: Submit your application for the 2025 Teamsters Scholarship by May 1, 2025.
The Teamsters Scholarship Fund will provide merit-based $2,000 scholarships to 600 high school seniors of the Class of 2025 who are the financial dependent of a Teamsters member in good standing. Scholarships will be available for use towards a four-year college or university and training or vocational programs that are related to work in a Teamsters-represented industry, class, or craft.
For more information or to apply for the scholarship, visit teamster.org/scholarships or scan the QR code.
Local Union Scholarships
Your local union may have its own scholarship program, or know of other regional or provincial scholarships.
To learn more, get in touch with your local union!
