Scholarships and Grants
AFT Robert G. Porter Scholars Program
AFT Members – this is a one-time $1,000 grant. To be eligible you must be an AFT member in good standing for at least one year and be pursuing courses in labor relations or courses in your field of work. No full-time or part-time AFT staff, state or local, may apply.
AFT Member Dependents – this is a four-year $8,000 postsecondary scholarship. To be eligible you must be an AFT member’s dependent, a graduating high school senior, pursuing a career in labor, education, healthcare or government service.
Michigan Department of Education Grants
The Michigan Department of Education keeps information of all available grants listed on their website. It includes grants sponsored by the State of Michigan and other entities.