Allen Schwinkendorf Memorial Scholarship
Allen Wayne Schwinkendorf was a beloved father who spent over forty years working in the automotive industry.
Pursuing the automotive industry and other trades often comes at a lower expense than a typical four-year degree, but there are still significant costs and financial challenges that can deter interested students. Books, tools, safety equipment, transportation, and more can all pose burdens to promising students looking to learn the craft.
This scholarship aims to honor the life of Allen Schwinkendorf by investing in the next generation of automotive technicians.
Any high school senior or high school graduate who has an interest in the automotive industry may apply for this scholarship opportunity if they plan to attend trade school. However, applicants with at least a 3.0 GPA are preferred.
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The application deadline is Apr 18, 2026. Winners will be announced on May 18, 2026.
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Award amounts per winner are designated by the donor. Check the award amount for a detailed breakdown.
The winner will be publicly announced on May 18, 2026. Prior to the announcement date, we may contact finalists with additional questions about their application. We will work with donors to review all applications according to the scholarship criteria. Winners will be chosen based on the merit of their application.
Award checks will be sent to the financial aid office of the winner's academic institution or future academic institution in their name to be applied to their tuition, and in the name of their institution (depending on the school's requirements). If the award is for a qualified educational non-tuition expense, we will work with the winner directly to distribute the award and make sure it goes towards qualified expenses.
Before we award the scholarship, the winner will be required to confirm their academic enrollment status. Depending on the circumstances, verification of Student ID and/or their most recent transcript will be required.
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