Waymakers Scholarship
Warren Liberatore was a dedicated educator and mentor who spent his life empowering students to excel in trade and vocational skills.
Warren was committed to hands-on learning and had an unwavering belief in every student’s potential. He understood the importance and value of non-traditional educational paths, seeing that each student is skilled in their own way and may thrive in a vocational program more than at a typical college.
This scholarship aims to honor the life of Warren Liberatore by supporting the next generation of students who will put their skills to use in the trades.
Any high school or trade school student in Pennsylvania who has a 3.0 or lower GPA may apply for this scholarship if they’re passionate about building or crafting things for their community. However, residents from the Pittsburgh area are preferred.
To apply, tell us why hands-on learning matters to you, how your experience in your program has affected your goals, and how you plan to make a difference in your community with your skills.
Please explain why hands-on learning is important to you? How has your experience in your high school trade or vocational program shaped your personal and professional goals? How do you plan to use your skills to make a positive impact in your community?
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The application deadline is Jun 17, 2026. Winners will be announced on Jul 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 Jul 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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