$2,500
Scholarship
Fully Stocked Toolbox
Built for Standouts, Not Standard
The Carlyle Tools MAX IMPACT Scholarship unleashes a new force in the skilled trades world, recognizing technicians who refuse to settle for standard. Each month, one winner is selected to receive a $2,500 award and a fully stocked, professional-grade toolbox packed with essential tools—ensuring they’re ready to dominate from day one. This monthly program doesn’t just provide financial support; it equips the most promising talent with everything they need to excel. The scholarship seeks out those with the instinct, precision, and raw power to become technical predators in their field. For Carlyle, this isn’t charity—it’s an investment in the future forces who’ll keep America’s engines running, systems functioning, and industries thriving. In a field where difference isn’t just noticed but necessary, Carlyle Tools is backing those built to lead the pack.
How to Apply
Don't skip these steps
The entire application process should take 20 min max.
1. Create your profile in TechForce.
2. Once inside, pick your post-secondary tech school or, if not on the list, select Other.
3. To apply, first complete the General Application and answer the scholarship questions. It is that easy.
Who can Apply:
- Be a U.S. citizen, permanent resident or approved DACA status.
- Open to students enrolled in accredited skilled-trades programs focusing on automotive, diesel, collision repair, heavy equipment, marine, motorcycle, and aviation technology.
- Have a completed and approved FAFSA with a Student Aid Index that must be below 40,000 on file at campus. (DACA students will have financial need verified by campus.)
IMPACT STATEMENT
At Carlyle Tools, we recognize that today’s technical talent gap isn’t just an industry challenge—it’s something that demands ferocious action. We believe the next generation of skilled trade professionals deserves more than just recognition—they deserve to be equipped with the same unrivaled power and precision that defines our tools. The Carlyle Tools MAX IMPACT Scholarship isn’t just about writing checks; it’s about arming tomorrow’s top tech talent with the tools and support they need to dominate in their field. By investing in these exceptional individuals, we’re not just filling jobs—we’re unleashing a new breed of technical force that will reshape the industry landscape. This commitment reflects our core belief that those who build, repair, and maintain our world should be as untamed, unrivaled, and unstoppable as the tools they wield.
