Plumbing Heating Cooling Contractors National Auxiliary Scholarships

Scholarship Sponsored by Plumbing Heating Cooling Contractors National Auxiliary

Description

The PHCC—National Auxiliary manages a portfolio of scholarships and recognition awards that support education and professional development within the plumbing, heating, cooling and refrigeration (PHC/R) trades. Programs are targeted to students, current employees, contractor families, and those pursuing non-degree credentials or industry-specific training. Separate recognition awards honor humanitarian projects and exceptional Auxiliary members. Details, deadlines, and application methods vary by program and are posted by the Auxiliary.

- Supports education and career advancement in PHC/R trades
- Includes scholarships, trade-training grants, and recognition awards
- Program rules and deadlines differ by award

Eligibility

Eligibility rules define who may apply and are specific to the PHC/R industry. General eligibility requires applicants to be high‑school seniors or enrolled in a full‑time undergraduate program (12+ credit hours in the fall semester) or attending an accredited, Department of Labor‑registered education or training program. Full‑time requirements may be waived for applicants covered under ADA/Section 504 or for students in vocation‑tech, plumbing, or HVAC‑specific training; medical verification or program documentation is required to support a waiver.

- Open only to individuals in the plumbing, heating, cooling, refrigeration industry
- Typical requirement: high‑school senior or full‑time undergraduate (12+ credits)
- Waivers available for ADA/Section 504 cases and industry‑specific vocational programs

Award Types

This section summarizes the main scholarship and training funding options, with program‑specific eligibility or restrictions.

- **General Scholarship (National Auxiliary)**
Aims to help students who wish to further their education within the PHC/R industry. Applicants must meet the Auxiliary’s general eligibility rules and follow program instructions for submission.

- For industry students pursuing undergraduate or accredited training programs
- Subject to the Auxiliary’s general eligibility and submission rules

- **Bradford White Scholarship**
Intended for applicants employed by a PHCC‑National Association contractor member. The chosen education facility must be accredited and registered with the Department of Labor.

- Applicant must be employed by a PHCC‑National Association contractor member
- Education program must be accredited and Dept. of Labor‑registered

- **Ginny Award**
A special scholarship targeted to applicants with average academic records who plan to enter the nursing field.

- For nursing‑bound applicants with average grades
- Designed to expand access beyond top academic performers

- **GROW Scholarship (National Auxiliary)**
Focused on continuing education in non‑degree formats—licensure, certifications, or short specialized programs—exclusively for current and future PHCC contractor members and their employees. Applications for PHCC programs should be submitted before class begins; PHCC winners receive funds as a credit toward the PHCC program. Non‑PHCC program applicants must complete the program first and include a receipt and certificate; the deadline for non‑PHCC programs is one year from program completion. GROW applications are accepted year‑round and reviewed quarterly.

- For contractor members and employees pursuing licenses, certifications, or specialized training
- PHCC programs: apply before attending; funds credited to the program
- Non‑PHCC programs: complete program first; submit completion proof within one year

Application Requirements and Timeline

Applications require specific documentation and are subject to program deadlines that vary by award. Every applicant must secure a recommendation from a PHCC‑National Auxiliary member and provide transcripts and any other documents specified in the program rules. Some scholarships follow an annual schedule; GROW is reviewed quarterly and accepts applications year‑round. Always consult the current application page for submission portals, required formats, and exact deadlines.

- Mandatory recommendation from a PHCC‑National Auxiliary member
- Transcripts and letters of recommendation required per program instructions
- Deadlines and review cycles vary; GROW: year‑round intake, quarterly review

Award Value and Sponsors

Total annual scholarship funding administered by the Auxiliary exceeds $30,000, with more than 20 individual scholarships typically awarded each year. Individual award amounts vary by scholarship and by sponsor. Major scholarship sponsors include Bradford White, the Carlson family, IAPMO, and the PHCC Educational Foundation.

- Over $30,000 awarded annually across programs
- Typically more than 20 individual scholarships each year
- Sponsored by Bradford White, Carlson Family, IAPMO, PHCC Educational Foundation

Humanitarian and Member Recognition Awards

The Auxiliary also presents awards that recognize community service and outstanding individual contribution. The Robert M. Cox Humanitarian Awards honor local Auxiliary projects evaluated in categories such as Image and Recruitment. The Larry Dore Member of the Year Award recognizes a single Auxiliary member’s exceptional service to the Auxiliary, industry, and community. Note: the Auxiliary’s award program is paused until 2026; details and entry guidelines will be updated when the program resumes.

- Robert M. Cox Awards: recognize local Auxiliary projects (Image and Recruitment)
- Larry Dore Award: honors an outstanding Auxiliary member’s service
- Recognition program is paused and will resume in 2026

Background and Purpose

The PHCC—National Auxiliary’s scholarship and recognition programs exist to strengthen the PHC/R workforce pipeline and to reward service that advances the industry’s image and community impact. By funding classroom education, certifications, and practical training, the Auxiliary aims to increase access to careers in plumbing, heating and cooling trades and to support ongoing professional development. Sponsors and volunteers from PHCC membership groups collaborate to administer these programs.

- Purpose: support workforce development and recognize service in PHC/R trades
- Combines scholarship funding, training credits, and awards for community impact
- Programs administered in partnership with industry sponsors and Auxiliary volunteers

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