BIPOC Membership Scholarship Application

BIPOC Membership Scholarship Application - Summer 2026
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 ($1,200 value) and includes $400 of tool trainings credit.

BIPOC Scholars Program Timeline

Winter Cohort:
- Applications will reopen in November 2026
Summer Cohort:
- Application window: May 5, 2026 - June 8, 2026
- Generator Membership & Tool Training access: August 1, 2026 - January 31, 2027
Name

First NameLast Name
E-mail
Phone Number

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Any identifying information gathered in this application will be kept confidential.
Pronouns

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Gender

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Race/Ethnicity

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Age Range (must be 18+)
Current Generator Membership Status

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Have you applied for this scholarship before?
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
Where did you find out about this opportunity?

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Scholarship applications will be reviewed and rated based on two main qualifications: 1) Project Readiness; 2) Need.
Tell us a little bit about yourself. What kind of maker are you?
Do you own a product-based business? Are you a hobbyist?
Why are you interested in a membership at Generator?
How can a makerspace support your project, business, professional development, etc?
Please describe the project(s) you plan to work on during the scholarship period.
Help us understand what you are hoping to make at Generator.
Tell us about the skills and experiences you already have and areas where you would like to grow.
For example, Adobe Illustrator, woodshop experience, 3D printing
How will this scholarship help you meet your personal and/or professional goals?
How would the BIPOC Scholarship's financial support help you achieve your goals?
The donor-supported program provides $1,600 in services. How does this help you?
Generator is open Seven days a week, 6am-10pm. When would you most likely engage in our makerspace?

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If you have any additional information to share or questions to ask, please do so here:
Accepted applicants will receive notification of selection via email. Selected scholars will have 5 days to accept the offer.

Any questions about the application process can be directed to lucy@generatorvt.com
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BIPOC Membership Scholarship Application - Summer 2026