MPI FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIPS
One Person. One Chapter. One Community. One Industry.
Scholarships are the core of your foundation’s ongoing contribution to complement MPI membership, education and career opportunities. With these scholarships, together, we move this community and our global industry towards critical recovery. Whether you just started your career or you’re an industry vet, the MPI Foundation assists those that share the same commitment and passion to professional excellence. Scholarships are governed by the Global Board of Trustees with oversight conducted by the Grants & Scholarship Committee.
Please read on to view scholarship opportunities.
Current Scholarship Opportunities
Hilton Membership Scholarships
Hilton's memberships for US Planners have all been awarded, however, planners residing in Canada and Latin America can still apply for a new or renewing membership scholarship. The final deadline to apply is December 1, 2024, with notifications of awards in the first two weeks of December.
Hardship Scholarships Following 2024 Hurricanes
After Hurricanes Helene and Milton, MPI Foundation in partnership with MPI will be funding hardship scholarships. MPI members who are affected by these recent natural disasters may apply to extend their membership and retain the support of their professional community during this difficult time. Applications will close January 31, 2025.
Discover Puerto Rico Certificate Course Scholarships
With thanks to Discover Puerto Rico, planners located near the MPI Carolinas Chapter, Southern California Chapter, Northern California Chapter, Greater New York Chapter and New England Chapter areas are eligible for Inclusive Event Strategist, Women in Leadership, and Event Leadership Strategist Certificate Course Scholarships. Applications have currently closed but will re-open in January 2025.
Past Scholarship Opportunities
HMCC Scholarships for Planners
Planners are eligible for HMCC Scholarships from Destination Toronto. Visit the scholarship application to view application deadlines.
Wyndham Membership Scholarships
Thanks to Wyndham Worldwide, 27 membership scholarships are available for new and renewing planners.
Hyatt Hotels Professional Development Scholarships
With support from Hyatt Hotels, planners in the MPI community are invited to apply for scholarships that cover the full cost of the Inclusive Event Strategist Certificate or Women in Leadership: Executive Skills Certificate.
Visit Nashville Membership Scholarships
New and renewing Chicago-Area Planners are eligible for membership scholarships from MPI Foundation and Visit Nashville. If you are a senior planner new to MPI, please apply by July 30 to be considered. Scholarship decisions will be sent to all applicants in mid-August.
Digital Edge Marketing Professional Development Scholarships
Digital Edge Marketing in partnership with MPI Foundation has donated scholarships for industry members employed by DMOs and CVBs. These scholarships support attendance at one of the following MPI Academy certificate courses: Women in Leadership, Event Leadership Strategist, or Sustainable Event Strategist. Visit the application for more information and scholarship deadlines for each course.
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WEC St. Louis Scholarships: Empowering Women in the Meetings Industry
We are excited to announce that Seattle, ranked the #1 city for women entrepreneurs in 2023 and in the top ten for cities with the highest share of women-owned businesses, will plan to sponsor scholarships through Visit Seattle! In Seattle, when women thrive, the city thrives. And Visit Seattle has graciously partnered with #MPIFoundation to further their efforts of empowering women! More information coming soon.
Check back for details and be sure to follow MPI's social channels to stay in the know!
INDIVIDUALS IMPACTED SINCE 1984
$14 million
IN DISTRIBUTIONS SINCE 1984
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