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Annese Family Trade School Scholarship

Funded by
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Annese Family
$1,000
1 winner$1,000
Awarded
Application Deadline
Mar 28, 2026
Winners Announced
Apr 29, 2026
Education Level
High School
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Eligibility Requirements
Education Plans:
Will attend trade school
Background:
Financial need
Experience:
Active in the community
Education Level:
High school senior or graduate (including GED holders)
State:
New Hampshire
Education Plans:
Background:
Experience:
Education Level:
State:
Will attend trade school
Financial need
Active in the community
High school senior or graduate (including GED holders)
New Hampshire

The skilled trades are some of the most vital careers in the world, growing and maintaining the infrastructure and services that society depends on.

From construction to automotive work to HVAC positions and beyond, there are many avenues a student can take to find success in the trades. In addition to the many career opportunities, the trade path offers other advantages, including shorter and more affordable higher education programs.

This scholarship aims to support students who are planning on attending trade school and embarking on their careers.

Any high school senior or graduate (including GED holders) in New Hampshire who is active in their community may apply for this scholarship opportunity if they have financial need and if they will attend trade school. However, applicants from Londonderry and the Rockingham County area are preferred.

To apply, tell us about yourself, why you chose your specific trade, and how this scholarship will help you achieve your goals.

Selection Criteria:
Ambition, Drive, Impact
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Published November 4, 2025
$1,000
1 winner$1,000
Awarded
Application Deadline
Mar 28, 2026
Winners Announced
Apr 29, 2026
Education Level
High School
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Essay Topic

Tell us about yourself. Why did you choose to pursue your desired trade, and how will this scholarship help you achieve your future goals?

400–600 words

Winners and Finalists

April 2026

Winners
Nethaniel Stepp
Kearsarge Regional High School
Bradford, NH
Finalists
Jonathan Cook
Coe-brown Northwood Academy
Barrington, NH
Jake Barrett
White Mountains Community College
Hopkinton, NH
Cam Kendrew
Exeter High School
Exeter, NH
Samuel Munsey
Londonderry Senior High School
Londonderry, NH

Winning Application

Nethaniel Stepp
Kearsarge Regional High SchoolBradford, NH
My name is Nethaniel Stepp, and I am a senior at Kearsarge Regional High School in Sutton, NH as well as a student at Concord Regional Technical Center. I have grown up in a family of mechanics, which greatly helped to spark my interest in the automotive industry from a young age. In recent years I have attended Concord Regional Technical Center to further my knowledge of the industry, and through that I learned many new skills through hands on experience, as well as the high demand that there currently is for mechanics all across America, especially in diesel. During my time at CRTC I have become ASE certified in Engine Repair, Steering and Suspension, and soon Electrical. I have recently completed an 8 week internship at McGovern Hyundai in Concord NH, one of many great experiences Concord Regional Technical Center has provided for me. Through this I was able to get even more experience while learning first hand about what it's like working in a repair shop. After graduating from high school, I will be attending White Mountains Community College in Littleton, NH for the 2 year Heavy Diesel Technology degree. In this course I will learn how to work on heavy diesel equipment, which will allow me to provide much needed knowledge and experience to an industry facing a huge shortage of technicians. After graduating from WMCC's heavy diesel program, I plan to either work for a dealership or independent shop, where I will hopefully be able to obtain my Commercial Drivers License while also gaining even more hands on experience. From here I want to start working towards becoming a master technician, which requires several years of hands on experience as well as several diesel specific ASE certifications. After becoming a master technician, I would strongly consider looking into opening my own independent repair/parts shop. White Mountains Community College does not offer on campus housing, meaning that I will have to find off campus housing while attending. This is one main reason I am applying for scholarships, as this scholarship would greatly impact me by helping me to be financially independent, not having to stress about rent and tuition while attending school full time. This scholarship would also play a large role in my education, and help me to achieve all of the goals I have listed above. Thank you very much for considering me for this scholarship.

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FAQ

When is the scholarship application deadline?

The application deadline is Mar 28, 2026. Winners will be announced on Apr 29, 2026.

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What is the scholarship award?

Award amounts per winner are designated by the donor. Check the award amount for a detailed breakdown.

When will the scholarship winner be chosen? How will they be notified?

The winner will be publicly announced on Apr 29, 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.

How will the scholarship award be paid?

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.

How will my scholarship application be verified?

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