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· San Jacinto College awarded 26 PVFRT scholarships in 2024, with additional funds to be distributed in Spring 2025. Many recipients are dual-credit high school students studying Welding Technology, Pipefitting, and Instrumentation. For the 2025–2026 cycle, 58 eligible students have already applied.
· Lamar Institute of Technology awarded 28 scholarships in 2024 and reported an 11% increase in enrollment. A prior oversight excluded engineering students from eligibility, but this has now been corrected, expanding opportunities in that field. With a 90% job placement rate post-graduation, PVFRT funds are directly contributing to a stronger workforce.
· ABC Pelican, with training centers in Baton Rouge and Westlake, LA, awarded 52 scholarships in 2024, with 18 students set to graduate in Spring 2025. While the local job market is currently sluggish, ABC is prepared for an influx of hiring once regional construction projects resume.
· Lone Star College presented to the Board to be considered as a new partner. With seven campuses in the Houston area and over 91,000 students, the institution expressed a strong interest in receiving PVFRT scholarships for students in PVF-related programs. The Board is currently reviewing this opportunity.
Do PVFRT Scholarships Make a Difference?
Absolutely.
While our scholarships are
awarded locally in South Texas and
Louisiana, their impact reaches far
beyond. These funds empower stud-
ents to enter the workforce, drive
industry growth, and contribute to the
economy.
Scholarship recipients consistently
report that financial support boosts
their motivation, helping them focus
on academics, reduce work hours, and
stay in school. For many, this support is
life-changing.