MPI Scholarships

MPI offers a number of scholarship opportunities to assist with the professional development of its members. The MPI Foundation is a non-profit organization that fuels the advancement of MPI members by providing them with professional development and career opportunities through grants and scholarships.

Scholarship opportunities are also available through the MPI Upstate New York Chapter including:

• CMP, CMM, DES, or CMP Fellows Programme Scholarship - Heidi Longton Achievement Award.
• MPI UNY Cares - Membership Assistance Program

Heidi Longton Achievement Award

Why Was This Award Created?

The intent of the Heidi Longton Achievement Award is to reimburse a member in good standing of the MPI Upstate NY Chapter (formerly the MPI NENY Chapter) who is pursuing professional development in the industry.  Thinking about getting your CMP, CMM, DES, or CMP Fellows Programme?  Consider applying for the Heidi Longton Achievement Award.  The scholarship honors Heidi Longton’s legacy and achievement in pursuing CMP, CMM, DES and CMP Fellow designations.

What Does the Award Provide?

The member may use this reimbursement to cover personal out-of-pocket expenses of the application and/or exam so that the burden of individual contributions may be lightened, though not necessarily eliminated.  Employer paid application fee and/or expenses are not eligible for member reimbursement. Maximum award: $500.

What is Expected of the Applicant?

The goal of the award is to have members pursue professional development which will benefit both themselves and the MPI Upstate NY Chapter.  Continued involvement and leadership in the MPI Upstate NY Chapter is expected of award winners.  It will be the obligation and responsibility of the applicant to submit to the Chapter Award Committee an application and any additional information requested.  Funds will not be available in advance but will be reimbursed upon successful completion of the chosen program.

Who’s Eligible?

Members in good standing of the MPI Upstate NY Chapter and have been involved in the Chapter for a six-month period are eligible to apply for this reimbursement.  Applicants must have successfully completed the application, passed any necessary exams, completed any projects and been awarded the designation prior to applying for this scholarship.

Application Procedures and Deadlines:

• Complete the application and submit within 45 days after receiving the designation. 
• All personal out-of-pocket receipts must be included with the application. 
• Award money will be reimbursed upon completion of the program and proof of designation. 
• One award will be presented annually at a major chapter event. 

APPLICATION DEADLINE: February 28, 2025
Award will be presented at MPI Upstate NY's Annual GMID Gala

APPLICATION:

If you would like to donate to the Heidi Longton Achievement Award, please contact MPIUpstateNY@gmail.com

MPI Upstate NY is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and donations are tax-deductible. Tax Identification Number: 257553.

MPI UNY Cares - Membership Assistance Program

• Must volunteer on MPI committee for a minimum of one year
• Write a one page paper on why you want to be a member of MPI and what you hope to get out of your membership.

• Must volunteer on an MPI committee for a minimum of at least two events
• Write at least two paragraphs on why you would like to be a member of MPI

To request more information and application, please email mpiupstateny@gmail.com. Applications accepted year round and are based on availability.