United Way is working to help every person in every community get on a path toward financial security. That starts with access to education and training opportunities to prepare people for good-paying jobs with the potential to grow into long-term, sustainable careers.
United Way of Clallam County is pleased to offer a new funding source for individuals looking to gain skills that lead to living wage jobs.
This initiative is thanks to a partnership with Olympic View Community Foundation and the Peninsula Home Fund.
This scholarship is for individuals who have not completed any degree or long-term certificate programs. Funds may be used for any short-term education program that will lead to hirable skills. This includes Job Training & Professional Development classes offered through Community Education at Peninsula College such as Flagger Certification, Excel Classes, and HR Generalist Certificate. Other programs that provide reputable job training will also be considered, like NW Lineman School. If you have questions about if a specific program is eligible for this scholarship, please email collegeaccess@unitedwayclallam.org
The maximum award for this scholarship is $1,000 for Commercial Drivers License programs and $500 for all other programs.
The application for this scholarship will open on August 15th, 2025 and will remain open until all funds are awarded.
Questions
If you have questions about this scholarship, please contact our Educational Attainment Specialist by clicking the button below or emailing collegeaccess@unitedwayclallam.org
Learn about our other Financial Security Initiatives