Members

2024-25 Scholarships, Awards, Contests & Grants

There are many benefits of being a KEA member, including eligibility for scholarships, awards, contests, and grants sponsored by KEA, NEA, and their partners.  If you are a KEA member, some opportunities are also available for your family.  Read on to see how KEA can help you grow in your profession and support you in your classroom or work site. 

The awards, scholarships, contests, and grants listed below are open and are accepting applications.

Awards

Education Support Professional of the Year –  The KEA Education Support Professional of the Year Award recognizes the contributions of Education Support Professionals to their schools, communities, and their profession. The award is presented to a member of the KEA who demonstrates outstanding accomplishments and reflects the contributions of ESPs to public education. The award is $1,000 cash and is given at the KEA Delegate Assembly each year.  The 2025 KEA ESP of the Year will be submitted to NEA to be considered for the 2026 NEA ESP of the Year.  All current Active ESP members of a KEA local affiliate or bargaining unit who have been KEA members for at least three years are eligible.

The deadline has been extended for this award – Click here to apply!