Scholarships 

Since 2007, the NWRA Women’s Council has proudly awarded more than $490,000 in scholarships, thanks to the generosity of dedicated donors. These scholarships support students who aspire to build meaningful careers in the waste and recycling industry.

The 2025–2026 NWRA Women’s Council Scholarship is open to NWRA member company employees and their dependents, including:

• Part-time or returning students
• Trade or community college applicants
• University or college degree candidates

In partnership with the Detachable Containers Association (DCA), the Mickey and Ellen Flood Scholarship will also be awarded.

This is your opportunity to invest in your future!
Applications for the 2026-2027 school year will open in March 2026.

The Foundation is dedicated exclusively to charitable and educational purposes, with a particular focus on supporting the next generation of industry leaders through three annual scholarships of up to $20,000 each.

These scholarships are awarded to students pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree at an accredited college or university in the United States.

Each scholarship recognizes excellence and focus in a key area: safety and compliance, technological advancement, and leadership development.

NWRF retains full discretion to select recipients through an objective, fair, and nondiscriminatory process.