Mesothelioma Hub Scholarship

The Mesothelioma Scholarship Initiative will provide $1,000 of funding to one student. The program is open to those currently enrolled in a two-year or four-year college, university, or trade school in the United States. The deadline for submission is December 31, 2021. Then, the winners will be announced on January 31, 2022.
Scholarship Requirements:
Have current enrollment in a U.S. 4-year or 2-year university or trade school
High school seniors who reach or exceed 18 years of age before submission
Write a relevant essay between 800-1500 words
Include two letters of recommendation
A headshot that can be featured in announcements if selected
Submit all documents by the deadline: December 31, 2021
Winners will be announced, January 31, 2021, by phone and email.
Essay Required:
Submissions must explore the topics listed below. We request a length between 800-1500 words. Students may use the listed supplemental writing prompts to start.
Essay Topics

Eligible students interested in the Mesothelioma Awareness Scholarship must submit an essay covering one of the following topics:

Promote awareness of mesothelioma, asbestos, asbestos exposure, or asbestos-related cancers or illnesses.
Demonstrate relevant information about mesothelioma causes, potential risk factors, treatments, clinical trials, or emerging research.
Highlight personal experiences related to asbestos or mesothelioma.
Writing Prompt Ideas
Personal experience you (or a loved one) have with asbestos-related cancers
News of emerging mesothelioma treatments and how they may affect patients
Related training you’ve had about the dangers of asbestos
Military experience with mesothelioma or asbestos
Occupational safety regulations or recommendations on avoiding asbestos exposure
Personal experience with the mental, emotional, or spiritual effects of having, losing, or knowing someone with mesothelioma or going through treatment
Proven research or new discoveries in asbestos exposure
Clinical trial news for mesothelioma treatments
Treating, taking care of, or otherwise medically supporting a mesothelioma patient
Eligible Professions & Trades

If you’re unsure whether your trade school qualifies for the scholarship, please check this section.

Military Service: Automotive Mechanic / Carpentry / Cement Work / Construction / Demolition / Flooring Insulation / Manufacturing / Shipyard Work / Aviation Machinist Mate / Boiler Technicians / Gunner’s Mate / Engineman / Vehicle Maintenance Worker / Navy Seabee
Trade Careers: Bricklayer / Bulldozer Operator / Carpenter / Crane Operators / Demolition Crew / Drywaller / Electrician / Insulation Worker / Painter / Pipefitter / Plasterer / Plumber / Railroad Worker / Renovation Worker / Roofer / Tile Setter / Insulation Installer / Landscaper / Firefighter
Mechanical Careers: Auto Mechanic / HVAC Installer Machinist / Mechanical Drafter / Locksmith / Mechanical Drafter / Mechanical Insulator / Elevator Mechanic / Mechanical Installer / Brake Technician
Industrial Careers: Steam Engineer / Cargo Freight Agent / Ironworker / Line Installer and Repairer / Paving Equipment Operator / Metal Fabricator / Asbestos Worker
Medical Careers: Dental Assistant / Paramedic / Phlebotomist / Respiratory Therapist / Clinical Laboratory Technician
Secondary Vocational Education Tracks: Business and Office / Marketing and Distribution / Health Occupational Home Economics / Trade and Industry / Technical and Communications
Application at: https://www.mesotheliomahub.com/mesothelioma/patient-resources/scholarship/