Berkshire Catalyst Scholarship

The Berkshire Catalyst Scholarship, provided by the Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation, supports individuals pursuing vocational and technical education. The program is open to graduating high school seniors as well as adult and non-traditional students who reside in Berkshire County and its surrounding areas. To qualify, applicants must be planning to enroll in up to two years of training in trades and support technologies. Eligible fields of study include healthcare, construction, automotive mechanics, and culinary arts, among other technical pathways. To be considered for this funding, students must submit their application through the foundation's common application portal. While the scholarship process requires completing this specific application, students are generally encouraged to complete the FAFSA or relevant state financial aid forms to demonstrate their overall financial need. The annual deadline to submit all required application materials for this scholarship program is March 15.