Work Ethic Scholarships

At mikeroweWORKS, we know the real world doesn’t run on a once-a-year deadline. Training programs start and bills show up year-round. As a result, we've decided to expand our application window and give more hardworking men and women the chance to apply when they’re ready and when funding matters most. This year, you can apply for a scholarship any time between February 23, 2026 until October 31, 2026.

Requirements: 

• Enroll in an approved program
• Sign the S.W.E.A.T. Pledge.
• Answer 4 questions about the S.W.E.A.T. Pledge.
• Make a video.
• Have 2 solid references from a teacher or boss.
• Verify your school costs.
• Provide high school or college transcript.

February 23rd, 2026 12:00 AM - October 31st, 2026 11:59 PM

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Workforce Readiness Scholarship

The GE Aerospace-Reagan Workforce Readiness Scholarship supports high school seniors pursuing technical training and certifications for careers in aerospace, manufacturing, robotics, and other critical industries. The program will select at least ten scholars annually, with awards of up to $10,000 per year, as part of a $1 million, five-year investment in building America’s future workforce.

March 31st, 2026 06:30 PM - May 1st, 2026 12:00 PM

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Develop Your Workforce with East and West Aurora School Districts

Join leaders from East and West Aurora School Districts and the P-20 Network for a dynamic professional development event exclusively for employer partners in the greater Aurora area. Discover how engaging in career awareness, work-based learning, internships and much more can strengthen your workforce strategy and build a future-ready talent pool. Invest two hours with us and help the next generation of Aurora's workforce while advancing your organization's talent goals. This project is supported by the Dunham Foundation.  Lunch is included.

April 16th, 2026 11:30 AM - April 16th, 2026 01:30 PM

Aurora Regional Economic Alliance - 43 W. Galena Blvd. Aurora

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