The Ball Foundation SKILLED Scholarship
$2,500 scholarships for the next generation of skilled professionals.
Deadline: November 30
Who Can Apply?
High school seniors, graduates, or GED recipients
Enrolled or planning to enroll in an approved trade program
Industrial Maintenance, Mechatronics, Automation & Manufacturing Technology and More
Ball employees or spouses/dependents are not eligible for this particular program
Scholarships must be used within 1 year of acceptance
About the Scholarship
The Ball Foundation Trades SKILLED Scholarship supports students pursuing education and training in skilled trades aligned with or closely related to manufacturing careers, including advanced manufacturing and industrial technology.
Eligible students can receive a $2,500 scholarship to help cover the cost of tuition, training, tools, and other education-related expenses as they prepare for high-demand technical careers.
Current priority locations include Arizona, Oregon, Ohio, and North Carolina.
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, with awards made until all available scholarship funds have been disbursed.
Popular Approved Trade Programs
Industrial Maintenance & Mechatronics Technology
Electrical & Electronics Technology
Automation & Controls Technology
Manufacturing & Production Technology
Mechanical & Electro-Mechanical Engineering Technology
John F
Manufacturing Production Technology Scholar through Ball Foundation
“I see my career as more than just a job. It is a way to provide for my family, to serve as a role model for my daughter, and to contribute to my community by creating tools, opportunities, and solutions through manufacturing. With this scholarship, I will be able to take the next steps toward that future - built on education, determination, and a commitment to turning vision into reality.”
