Alabama students pursuing careers in high-demand skilled trades will soon have access to new financial support through a statewide scholarship initiative.
The Alabama Community College System (ACCS), in partnership with the Alabama Association of Resource Conservation and Development Councils (RCD), is offering $100,000 in scholarships to help residents train for careers in aviation and construction.
The program, titled “Building Futures: Enhancing Lives with Scholarships,” will begin accepting applications on May 4 and will award $2,000 scholarships to 50 students enrolled in eligible programs at Alabama community colleges.
The funding is designed to cover tuition, books, and fees and is open to traditional, non-traditional, and veteran students seeking workforce-ready skills.
Eligible fields of study include aviation mechanics, avionics, construction management, welding and pipefitting, HVAC/R technology, carpentry, electrical work, and plumbing.
“Alabama’s aviation and construction sectors continue to grow, creating strong demand for skilled workers. Building Futures was designed to close a critical gap by supporting students in industries essential to the state’s economic growth,” said ACCS Regional Workforce Director Gary Weaver.
To qualify, applicants must be Alabama residents with a minimum 2.5 GPA and be enrolled in an approved certificate, non-credit, or associate degree program. High school seniors participating in dual enrollment and planning to pursue careers in aviation or construction are also encouraged to apply.
“I am pleased RCD can participate once again with ACCS on another meaningful project. The Veterans Awareness and People Against a Littered State Spring Cleanup were excellent examples of the two organizations working together and I look forward to seeing the ‘Building Futures: Enhancing Lives with Scholarships’ impact the future workforce opportunities of our students,” said Nick Williams.
Applications are due by June 12, 2026, and can be submitted online through the ACCS website.
