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U.S. military veterans with honorable discharge documentation who are enrolled in formal training or licensing programs may apply for the RERF Veteran Stipend from the Recycling Education and Research Foundation. Programs are not limited to recycling or university study.
One stipend of $2,500 is paid directly to the recipient for living and non-tuition expenses.
Submit the online application with three 500-word essays, a resume, two recommendations, proof of enrollment, and a redacted DD-214. Applications may be sent by email or mail.
The RERF Veteran Stipend awards $2,500 (1 winner).
The deadline is September 30, 2026. Applications submitted after the deadline are typically not considered, so plan to finish early.
Key requirements include: United States; Veteran; Trade or vocational; Continuing or nontraditional. Check the full eligibility section above, or create a free Award Scholar profile to have every requirement checked against your profile automatically.
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