SCHOLARSHIP COVERAGE

The KEYS Scholarship provides support for training tuition only. Please note that lodging, travel, and other related expenses are not covered by the scholarship and should be planned for separately.

SCHOLARSHIP CRITERIA - For Introduction to Economic Development Certificate Program (Keys Course) ONLY

  • Must be a CALED member in good standing.

  • Must work in the field related to economic development in California.

Criteria/ Weight

  1. Financial need Consideration given in priority order: 25%

    1) nonprofit, 2) local government, 3) state government and 4) for profit business

  2. Volunteer contribution to CALED 20%

  3. Economic need of organization, community, region or service area 15%

  4. Review of background and personal resume 15%

  5. Demonstration of desire to enhance professional development 15%

  6. Number of years as member of CALED 10%

If you plan to apply for scholarship, please submit your registration first to reserve your seat.

Scholarship Application Deadline:

August Keys Course: July 11th, 2025

October Keys Course: September 5th, 2025