Kids' Chance of Michigan Scholarship

Scholarship Sponsored by Kids' Chance of Michigan

Introduction

Kids’ Chance of Michigan is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that provides college scholarships to children of Michigan workers who were killed, seriously injured, or developed a debilitating illness in a work-related incident. Scholarships are awarded annually and the number of awards each year depends on available funding. Students may apply each year they remain eligible, and awards are determined primarily by demonstrated financial need. Awards are paid directly to the post-secondary institution after enrollment is verified.

Description: Kids’ Chance of Michigan supports post-secondary education for dependents of workers whose workplace injuries or fatalities are compensable under workers’ compensation laws. The organization aims to remove financial barriers to accredited colleges, universities, community colleges, trade, and vocational schools within Michigan. Applicants should consult KCMI for current application deadlines and award policies.

• 501(c)(3) nonprofit funding scholarships annually.
• Awards based on financial need and available funds.
• Payments are made directly to educational institutions.

Student Eligibility

Eligibility centers on the applicant’s relationship to a worker who suffered a compensable work-related catastrophic injury or fatality under Michigan workers’ compensation law. Applicants must demonstrate financial need and be accepted or planning to attend an accredited post-secondary institution; both full-time and part-time enrollment may be considered. Age and residency requirements are established by the Executive Committee, so applicants should confirm current limits when applying. Final eligibility determinations are made by the committee and may require documentation verifying compensability.

Eligibility: Typical criteria include dependency on the injured or deceased worker, proof that the injury/death is compensable, demonstrated financial need, and acceptance or intent to attend college, university, or technical school.

• Dependent of a worker with a compensable Michigan work-related injury or death.
• Must demonstrate financial need related to the parent’s injury/death.
• Accepted/planning to attend an accredited post-secondary institution (full- or part-time).

Documentation Required

The scholarship application will not be reviewed until all required documents are submitted. Required items include a completed scholarship application, academic transcript, and documentation related to financial aid and the worker’s compensable claim. Additional materials such as a statement of education and career goals and parents’ employer information are also requested to support the application review. Provide unofficial transcripts if official copies are not immediately available.

Documentation Required: Applicants should submit the completed Kids’ Chance application, most recent transcript (unofficial acceptable), FAFSA Student Aid Report (if applicable), a brief statement of goals, proof of compensable claim or death certificate, and parents’ employer information.

• Completed application with student, family, and school contact information.
• Transcript of recent grades (unofficial acceptable).
• Proof of compensable workers’ compensation claim or death certificate.

Application Process

Complete the application thoroughly and gather required documentation before submission. The scholarship committee reviews applications, may request additional information, and will contact applicants to verify details or secure missing documents. Approved awards are confirmed with the student, enrollment is verified, and payments are issued directly to the educational institution. Previous recipients may be eligible to use an expedited short application to confirm continued eligibility and enrollment.

Application Process: Applications undergo initial review, follow-up verification as needed, committee evaluation based on need and fund availability, and notification of award amounts with subsequent payment to the institution.

• Respond promptly to committee requests for verification or missing information.
• Awards are approved as funds allow and are subject to verification of enrollment.
• Previous recipients can use an expedited application to renew eligibility.

Award Details

Scholarships are typically awarded for one school year or term and may be renewed by reapplying; renewals are contingent on available funds and satisfactory academic performance. Awards generally cover items included in the institution’s official Cost of Attendance and are often applied to tuition and books not covered by other grants or scholarships. Typical award payments are made directly to the educational institution and may vary by year depending on fund availability and the number of qualified applicants. Specific award amounts and renewal criteria should be confirmed with Kids’ Chance of Michigan at application time.

Award Value: Awards vary by year and are determined by available funding and applicant need; they are paid directly to the school and may cover tuition, books, and other allowable costs within the Cost of Attendance.

• Scholarships generally cover one school year/term and may be renewed.
• Funds are applied to Cost of Attendance items (tuition, books, etc.).
• Amount and renewals depend on fund availability and applicant eligibility.