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2026 Calendar
Academic Scholarships
- Undergraduate Scholarships Application Window: Jan 12, 2026 - Mar 13, 2026
- Graduate Scholarships Application Window: Jan 12, 2026 - Mar 13, 2026
- Susan R. Meisinger Scholarship for Graduate Studies: Jan 12, 2026 - Mar 13, 2026
Professional Development Grants
- Annual Conference Grants Application Window: Jan 12, 2026 - Mar 13, 2026
- Student Membership Grants Application Window: Jan 12, 2026 - Mar 13, 2026
- Professional Membership Grants Application Window: Jan 12, 2026 - Mar 13, 2026
- SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP Certification Grants Application #1: Apr 13, 2026 - Jun 12, 2026
- Inclusion Conference Grant Application Window: Apr 13, 2026 - Jun 12, 2026
- SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP Certification Grants Application #2: Aug 10, 2026 - Oct 16, 2026
- SHRM Specialty Credential Application Window: Aug 10, 2026 - Oct 16, 2026
Awards
- HR Tomorrow Leadership Program Application Window: Jan 12, 2026 - Mar 13, 2026
- Michael R. Losey HR Research Fellowship Program: Jan 12, 2026 - Mar 13, 2026
Purpose
To recognize a volunteer Military Community Ambassador who has demonstrated exceptional leadership, dedication, and measurable impact in advancing military-connected employment and workforce inclusion through the SHRM Foundation’s Military Community At Work initiative. This award honors volunteer ambassadors who not only champion military-connected talent in the workforce, but also actively build relationships with SHRM chapters, state councils, and employer networks—creating sustainable, local pathways for impact.
Eligibility Criteria
- Must be an active 2025 SHRM Foundation Military Community Ambassador.
- Must have reached the 250 minimum reporting requirement within 2025.
- Demonstrated mentorship, education, or strategic impact in workforce initiatives.
- Use of SHRM Foundation’s Military Community Ambassador presentation materials.
- Completion of Qualtrics reporting form.
- Completion of Ambassador Training Modules and signed Ambassador pledge.
Award Recognition
- All-expenses-paid trip to attend the Regional Council Business Meeting (RCBM) in Portland, OR – February 5–7, 2026.
- Monetary gift: $2,500
- On-stage recognition during the award presentation.
- Dedicated opportunities to share best practices and success stories with state councils.
- Feature in SHRM/SHRM Foundation media
Nomination & Selection Process
Nomination Period
- Dates: 10/15/2025-12/15/2025
Submission Requirements (via Submittable)
- Completed online eligibility form.
- Completed online initial form.
- Supporting documentation (optional)
Judging Panel
- SHRM/SHRM Foundation team members
- Select USAA employees