HARVEST Education Foundation Background

The HARVEST Education Foundation is a non-profit education foundation created by the Michigan Manufactured Housing, Recreation Vehicles, and Campground Association in 1991.

HARVEST establishes educational programs and opportunities for students who wish to make a career in the RV, campground, and manufactured housing industry. In some cases, HARVEST will award scholarships to students even though their career goals may not lead them back to these industries. In cases like these, awards will be made to outstanding scholars or students with compelling needs.

Since 1991, more than $400,000 in university, college, and vocational scholarships has been awarded to nearly 700 students. In addition, HARVEST has been the recipient of numerous research/study grants from the University of Michigan, Michigan State University and the Traffic Safety Association of Michigan.

HARVEST is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) corporation and receives 100 percent tax-deductible gifts from individuals and corporations. It also accepts grants from other nonprofit organizations and state and federal agencies. 

Scholarships and Grants for Careers in the Manufactured Housing, RV and Campground, or Self-Storage Industries

Scholarship Information
   
What types of scholarships and grants are available?
The Foundation will make financial aid available to students accepted to enroll or currently enrolled at any accredited university, college, or vocational institution. The amount of the awards vary based on individual needs and qualifications.

How does a student qualify for a scholarship?
Students must submit a copy of the application to the Foundation office. The awards will be made based on the applicant’s ability to show that his/her educational goals are consistent with industry goals. The application’s presentation and thoroughness weigh heavily. The Foundation will base decisions on need and/or merit. Students may qualify for each year accepted to enroll or currently enrolled at any accredited university, college, or vocational institution.

Member Grant Information
MMHA and MARVAC members in good standing, along with their employees, are eligible to apply for both continued education and consumer/resident/customer training and education grants.

Continued Education Grants

What qualifies as an Continued Education Grant?
Member awards can be applied toward the costs of industry-specific education courses or seminars. These courses may cover topics such as management or technical training and can be provided by industry associations, colleges, private training schools, or manufacturers. The Foundation may cover up to half the cost depending on financial ability.

How is the grant awarded?
Grants are awarded through reimbursement. Awardees must submit proof of payment, such as an email confirmation of a credit card payment, and proof of attendance, like a completion certificate. Copies of these documents are acceptable.

When do I apply?
Applications for one-time courses or seminars should be submitted at least three weeks prior to the event. Ensure that all required information is complete for your application to be considered. Please call the Association office at 517.349.3300 or email info@harvesteducationfoundation.org with any questions.

Continued Education Grant Application Form

Consumer/Resident/Customer Training and Education Grants

What qualifies as a Consumer/Resident/Customer Training and Education Grant?
Member awards can be applied toward the costs of consumer/resident/customer training and education courses. Examples might include first-aid training to all residents of a manufactured housing community, or education on RV maintenance. The Foundation may cover up to half the cost depending on financial ability.

How is the grant awarded?
Grants are awarded through reimbursement. Awardees must submit proof of payment, such as an email confirmation of a credit card payment, and proof of attendance, like a completion certificate. Copies of these documents are acceptable.

When do I apply?
Applications for one-time consumer/resident/customer training and education should be submitted at least three weeks prior to the event. Ensure that all required information is complete for your application to be considered. Please call the Association office at 517.349.3300 or email info@harvesteducationfoundation.org with any questions.

Consumer/Resident/Customer Training and Education Grant Application Form