Alan F. Wohlstetter Scholarship Fund
The Alan F. Wohlstetter Scholarship Fund seeks to enhance the professionalism of the global household goods moving industry by supporting the professional development and education of students and industry professionals worldwide. It accomplishes this through the award of scholarships to qualified persons either to attend accredited colleges, universities and technical schools (Scholarship Program) or approved industry training programs for the purpose of education designated fields (Industry Training Program). Learn more about both programs below.
If you wish to support the Scholarship Fund, please learn how to donate today.
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We are proud to offer the Alan F. Wohlstetter Educational Scholarship, sponsored by the Alan F. Wohlstetter Scholarship Fund (AFWSF), offering up to ten (10) $5,000 USD scholarships to support the educational journey of IAM members, their dependents, and student members! The application period will be open from January 1 to May 1.
The scholarship fund is the cornerstone of the International Association of Movers’ educational assistance initiative. Named for distinguished Association founder and General Counsel Emeritus Alan F. Wohlstetter, the fund benefits the employees of IAM member companies and their dependents, as well as students. Applicants for the educational scholarship may also apply for the Jackie Agner Award for Community Service as part of their application. The Jackie Agner Award for Community Service is an additional monetary award given to one selected applicant that has demonstrated significant involvement with their school and/or community through volunteer service and charity work.
New this year-- Graduating high school seniors and college students are eligible to apply. Preference will be given to students interested in transportation and the global mobility industry and/or pursuing disciplines in related fields of study that are applicable to the global mobility industry. For example, if you are studying to be a doctor or a nurse, you are not eligible for this scholarship. If you have any questions about your eligibility, please contact scholarship@iamovers.org to verify. Applicants may also now apply in other languages. Please see the application for more information.
Students receiving tuition assistance from the Alan F. Wohlstetter Scholarship Fund come from different countries, cultures, companies, and backgrounds. Since its launch in 2002, the AFW Scholarship Fund has awarded more than 126 merit-based scholarships of US$5,000 each. Scholarships are available for study in the USA and overseas. |
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The Alan F Wohlstetter Scholarship Fund is awarding up to $500 per person annually to conduct Industry Training Programs applicable to all skill levels. Pre-approved training programs include but are not limited to IAM Learning, FIDI, LACMA, EuRA, and WERC. To request an alternative industry training program, please complete the ITP registration form.
There are NO LIMITS to applicants per company. Apply now; applications are quick and easy.
Applicants must be employed by an IAM Member, a dependent of an employee of an IAM Member, or be a Student Member. Apply for IAM student membership for only $25.
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The Jackie Agner Award for Community Service
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The Jackie Agner Award for Community Service was created in honor and memory of former Alan F. Wohlstetter Scholarship Fund Secretary/Treasurer and IAM Hall of Honoree, Jackie Agner. Ms. Agner was a key member and volunteer leader of the International Association of Movers (IAM) serving on the IAM Executive Committee in various roles over 18 years. She was truly an industry pioneer and leader (a complete list of her achievements can be found on Ms. Agner’s Hall of Honor page.) Notwithstanding her career accomplishments, Ms. Agner was a devoted wife and mother, a supportive friend, and a mentor to countless IAM Members and individuals within her local community.
This scholarship commemorates Jackie’s generous spirit and commitment to volunteer service throughout her lifetime.
Each year applicants for the Alan F. Wohlstetter Scholarship will have the option to be considered for the Jackie Agner Award for Community Service. Winners of this scholarship will have demonstrated the same attributes that Jackie exemplified in her charitable and philanthropic efforts. Namely, qualified applicants will have demonstrated significant involvement with their school and/or community through volunteer service and charity work. If selected, the recipient would receive an extra $2,500 in addition to the $5,000 awarded for the AFW Scholarship.
In order to be eligible for the Jackie Agner Award for Community Service, applicants must submit additional documentation to highlight and verify specifics relative to their community service and charitable efforts.
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Eligibility
See the Alan F. Wohlstetter Scholarship Eligibility page.
AFWSF Strategic Plan
See the Alan F. Wohlstetter Scholarship Fund strategic plan.
Funding Sources
Funding for the scholarships comes almost exclusively from generous IAM members, who support the AFW Scholarship Fund through company sponsorships and individual contributions. Those interested in supporting the Fund may contact Donald Goldberg, chair of the AFWSF Fundraising Committee, at dgoldberg@grinmail.com.
Thank you to the entire Scholarship Fund Board.
The Benefits of Making a Gift
The benefits of making a gift to the Alan F. Wohlstetter Scholarship Fund include:
- The opportunity to support the future of our industry, as well as the students who benefit from the scholarship.
- Your name/company name listed in The Portal magazine for a year from the date of donation
- Your name/company name acknowledged during the General Session at the IAM Annual Meeting & Expo.
- A potential tax deduction (consult your local tax professional).
2023 Recipients
Louis Bowen, Amstan Logistics
Morgan Chapman, SEACORP
Julia O’Connor, IAM
Brian Sedano, SEACORP
Ashlyn Szilagyi, Interstate Van Lines, Inc.