JRGF provides a select number of Attendance Scholarships for MCAA Student Chapter members to attend MCAA events of interest.
- One application may be submitted by a student on behalf of each chapter, per conference.
- Up to two students & one advisor may be requested per conference.
- Attendance Scholarship recipients receive complimentary conference registration, but are responsible for their own hotel fees, flights, ground transportation and additional meals not provided during the conference.
- The MCAA GreatFutures Forum and MCAA Annual Convention do not require attendance scholarships.
- Visit the full MCAA Calendar of Events (https://www.mcaa.org/events/) for additional information on any of the upcoming conferences.
APPLICATIONS – Links will be live when the application period is available.
- 2026 WiMI Conference: June 8 – 10, 2026 in Coronado, CA
- Applications Available March 10, 2026 and Due April 10, 2026
- Applications Available March 10, 2026 and Due April 10, 2026
- 2026 Fabrication Conference: Dates & Location TBD
- Applications Available May 4, 2026 and Due July 10, 2026
- Applications Available May 4, 2026 and Due July 10, 2026
- 2026 MSCA Annual Education Conference: November 8-11 in Austin, TX
- Application Available August 14, 2026 & Due September 11, 2026
- Application Available August 14, 2026 & Due September 11, 2026
- 2027 Safety & Health Conference – TBD
- 2027 MEP Innovation Conference – TBD
Contact MCAA’s Michele Hoffman if you have any questions.
MCAA GREATFUTURES
JRGF Student Scholarships
The John R. Gentille Foundation offers several scholarships as part of its commitment to funding the next generation of mechanical contracting leaders, providing students the opportunity to develop professional skills, knowledge and experiences.