Liz Richards Scholarship
Fund
About the Fund
The Liz Richards Scholarship Fund, sponsored by MHEDA, offers two to three scholarships per year, each worth $5,000. The scholarships are awarded in partnership with The Material Handling Education Foundation, Inc. (MHEFI). Undergraduate students that are pursuing material handling industry careers and are enrolled full-time at a qualified college or university are encouraged to apply!
Now Accepting Applications through January 31, 2026 for the 2026/2027 Academic Term
Qualifications
Areas of study may include:
- Industrial Engineering
- Industrial Distribution
- Mechanical & Electrical Engineering
- Structural Engineering with a focus on cold-formed steel design
- Engineering Technology
- Computer Science related to Material Handling & Supply Chain
- Business & Management related to Material Handling or Supply Chain Management
For the 2026/2027 academic term, the following students are eligible to apply:
- Undergraduate students enrolled full time in the United States at an accredited non-profit college or university in a target program (see list above) with a “B” grade point average or above in their major.
- Applicants must be enrolled in school for the entire academic year (Fall 2026 and Spring 2027) without interruption barring illness, emergency, or military service.
- Scholarship awards cannot be used for study abroad programs/semesters or summer school.
Interested in Contributing to MHEDA Scholarship Funds?
If you would like to support workforce development in the material handling industry, consider making a contribution to the MHEDA Foundation. Your donation helps fund scholarships that create opportunities for students and strengthen the future of our industry. Any amount you contribute is tax deductible and will be appreciated and acknowledged. We are grateful to all MHEDA Members who generously support the Foundation each year!
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