Now Accepting 2026 Scholarship Applications.
The Olympia Master Builders (OMB) Education Foundation is accepting applications for scholarship grants ranging up to $2500 to college or vocational/technical school-bound students, who currently reside within Thurston, Lewis, Mason, Pacific or Grays Harbor Counties.
Students intending to pursue studies leading to a career in the building industry such as: engineering, architecture, drafting, industrial design, carpentry, construction management, etc. are encouraged to apply. Applicants must reside within Thurston, Lewis, Mason, Pacific or Grays Harbor counties and be a US citizen.
Application Packet (Download Fillable PDF)
Applications must be postmarked no later than Wednesday, May 27, 2026. Mail all required information to: OMB Education Foundation, 1211 State Avenue NE, Olympia, WA 98506.
Contact Jenn Wasson at membership@omb.org or (360) 754-0912 for additional information.
Olympia Master Builders offers scholarships to college or vocational/technical school-bound students intending to pursue studies leading to a career in the construction industry. In 2025, OMB awarded $14,850 in scholarships to five students, to assist them in financing their education.
2025 SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS
- Ethan Gonzales, Rainier High School – $2500, $1000
- Maleaha Smith, Central Washington University – $2500
- Matthew Scheuber, Oregon State University – $2500
- Hunter DeLisle, W.F. West High School – $2500
- Jake Eko, University of Washington – $2500
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BIAW Education Program Scholarship
The purpose of the BIAW Education Program Scholarship is to recognize students pursuing a career in the homebuilding industry. BIAW recognizes education as the very core of our industry, and the scholarship program supports students who have selected home building as their life’s work. BIAW scholarship recipients are announced mid-year and recognized in their monthly magazine, Building Insight, and posted on their website. If you have questions about the scholarship, contact BIAW at 360-352-7800.
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