BIPOC Membership Scholarship Application

BIPOC Membership Scholarship Application
The BIPOC Scholarship is intended to explicitly support the creative pursuits of people of color by providing access to Generator's makerspace. This six month scholarship is offered twice a year. Scholarships provide free general membership for 6 months ($630 value) and includes $400 of tool trainings credit.

BIPOC Scholars Program Timeline

Winter Cohort:
- Application window: November 14, 2024 - December 12, 2024
- Generator Membership & Tool Training access: January 15 - July 31, 2025
Summer Cohort:
- Application window: May 1, 2025 - June 2, 2025.
- Generator Membership & Tool Training access: August 1, 2025 - January 31, 2026
Name*

First NameLast Name
E-mail*
Phone Number*

Area CodePhone Number
Any identifying information gathered in this application will be kept confidential. This information is used to support Generator's understanding of how we can better serve our community and won't be used during our BIPOC scholarship selection process.
Pronouns*

She/Her/HersHe/Him/HisThey/Them/TheirsOther
Gender*

FemaleMaleNon-binaryPrefer not to specifyOther
Race/Ethnicity*

American Indian, Alaska Native or First NationsAsianBlackAfrican AmericanHispanic or LatinxMiddle Eastern or North AfricanNative Hawaiian or Other Pacific islanderWhitePrefer not to sayOther
Age Range (must be 18+)*

65+56-6546-5536-4526-3518-25
Current Generator Membership Status*

Non-memberMemberVolunteer MemberProgram Member (programs include Maker Mentor, JumpStart, Artist-in-Residence)Other
Have you applied for this scholarship before?*

YesNo
In addition to 6 months of free Generator membership, the BIPOC Scholarship awards $400 worth of tool training credits for recipients to use during the scholarship period. Please select the tool trainings you would most be interested in taking.

(Click here to see all upcoming Generator tool trainings here)
Tool Trainings*

Wood ShopWood Lathe4-Axis CNC MillMetal ShopCNC Plasma CutterMIG WelderTIG WelderOxyacetylene TorchMachine MillMachine LatheJewelryElectronicsSewing3D PrinterLaser MachineVinyl Cutter
Where did you find out about this opportunity?*

Seven DaysSocial MediaGenerator WebsiteFriend or FamilyAt an eventGenerator staff or memberOther
Scholarship applications will be reviewed and rated based on three qualifications: skills and experience, project readiness, and need. Please help us understand how Generator can support your idea, project, business, professional development, etc. by answering the questions below:
Tell us a little bit about yourself. What kind of maker are you? Why are you interested in a membership at Generator?*
Please describe the project(s) you plan to work on during the scholarship period.*
Generator is excited to offer you tool trainings and we do our best to meet people where they are at. Can you share a bit about the skills and experiences you already have that might support your engagement in Generator's workspaces?*
How will this scholarship help you meet your personal and/or professional goals?*
If you have any additional information to share or questions to ask, please do so here:*
Accepted applicants will receive notification of selection by email. Selected scholars will have 5 days to accept the offer.

Any questions about the application process can be directed to veronica@generatorvt.com
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