The Trust is supported by gifts and bequests from members, individuals, local posts and divisions, businesses, foundations, other entities that make charitable contributions, and from the accretions of the investment of Trust funds.
All contributions to the Trust regardless of source are tax deductible. As defined under the Internal Revenue Code, the Trust is entitled to exemption from federal income tax.
Persons who suffer deafness or hearing impairment may obtain an application for aid from the Trust at The Travelers Protective Association. Completed application must be returned to the Trust by March 1st each year. Trustees review all applications on file in April, notify recipients in May and scholarship checks are mailed after August 1st. Recipients may receive additional aid and must complete a new application for aid each time they seek additional aid.
Selection of recipients and amount of the scholarship awarded shall be decided upon by the majority of the Trustees meeting in April to review the applications. Applicants demonstrating the greatest financial need are given preference regardless of race, creed, age or sex. Distributions are made from the interest earned by Trust investments.
The Trust has distributed $1,309,087 to 2,941 recipients since inception in 1975.
To receive an application for aid, send your name and address to:
