The Gary and Kathe Vergason
2026 Scholarship for the Trades

Hosted by the SVE Alumni Association

Scholarship Award:

  • The Vergason Scholarship for the Trades is offering one $2,000 trade scholarship.
  • The Vergason Scholarship for the Trades is available to SVE graduating seniors entering a vocational / technical / trade program, typically defined by a single focused skill or profession.
    Examples: Cosmetology, Plumbing, Para-Legal, Carpentry, Electrician, Mason, Commercial Vehicle or Heavy Equipment License, Culinary Arts, Veterinary Technician, Medical Assistant, X-Ray Technician, etc.

Qualifications:

  • Technical / Vocational / Trade programs must provide either a grade structure or a certification of completion.
  • Awardee must maintain passing grades of “C” or better for the first semester of study and proof of registration for the second semester (or semester equivalent).

Application Requirements:

  • Completed Vergason Scholarship for the Trades application created on this page.
  • Current resume must be pasted in the last data entry block above the Submit button.
  • Completed application and resume must be submitted no later than May 1, 2026.

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Each applicant must submit a brief paragraph defining his or her future career aspirations. This should include career objectives/planned field of study. Example 1: I plan on seeking an Associate of Occupational Studies (AOS) degree in Auto Body Repair. Upon completion of my two-year degree, I plan to join my family’s auto body repair business by opening a satellite location in a neighboring city. Example 2: I plan to enroll in a vocational training program for heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration. Upon completion of the program, I plan to open a business to install and repair HVAC / Refrigeration systems.
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IRS Tax Implications:

The Vergason Scholarship for the Trades Award may be taxable. The responsibility of reporting and paying any tax rests with the recipient.
Topic 421 – Scholarship and Fellowship Grants

To learn which expenses are tax deductible, please review IRS Pub 970 (2013) linked here:
IRS Pub 970 (2013) Tax Benefits for Education

Non-Discrimination Policy:

SVE Alumni Association, on behalf of the Vergason Scholarship for the Trades, is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all.

Privacy Policy

SVEAA on behalf of the Vergason Scholarship for the Trades. does not release names or contact information to anyone, except as required in performing the normal business of the Association and VTI.

The Vergason Scholarship for the Trades is made possible through the generosity of Gary ‘72 and Kathe Vergason. In making this transformative gift, Gary and Kathe have endowed a lasting legacy to the journeys that are near and dear to their hearts. The Vergasons are excited to encourage SVE graduates to further their education and pursue careers in the trade and technology fields.