Massage Student Scholarships and Grants for 2018

The cost of school or launching a practice may seem challenging. This is why several massage organizations sponsor grants, giveaways and scholarships to support future massage therapists. Here is a roundup of assistance available in 2018: Organization Grant Massage Therapy Foundation Research GrantsThese grants of up to $30,000 are awarded to support research studies investigating the health benefits of massage therapy. To apply, a researcher must have relevant experience in the chosen area of research, and be associated with a qualified sponsoring organization, such as a university. Organization Grant Massage Therapy Foundation Community Service GrantsIntended to promote partnerships between massage professionals and the community, these grants of up to $5,000 are given to organizations providing massage to people who would otherwise have limited or no access to it. Eligible organizations will have been in existence at least one year; be tax-exempt; provide service to the community; and have a qualified staff member in charge of the program. Student Grant Successful Hands Grant ProgramSponsored by Biofreeze, Massage Envy and Bon Vital', this program was established in 2014 to help students prepare for a career in massage therapy. Applicants must be currently enrolled in massage therapy school and submit a 200-word essay. Five grants of $1,000 each will be awarded in 2018. Student Scholarship Incorporate MassageThis $2,000 scholarship is awarded to a student currently enrolled in a 500-plus hour accredited massage program in the U.S. The application requires a 2,000-word essay on one of three pre-selected topics. The scholarship is not renewable and is only good for a one-semester cycle. Student Scholarship International Spa Association Foundation Mary Tabacchi ScholarshipThis $5,000 scholarship is awarded annually to a junior, senior or graduate student enrolled full-time in a bachelor’s or master’s degree program related to the spa industry, and pursuing a career related to spa management. The award includes free registration, along with travel stipend and hotel accommodations, for the ISPA Conference & Expo; a one-year ISPA student membership; and a one-year mentorship.

Massage Student Scholarships and Grants for 2018

The cost of school or launching a practice may seem challenging; this is why several massage organizations sponsor grants, giveaways and student scholarships to support future massage therapists.

The cost of school or launching a practice may seem challenging.

This is why several massage organizations sponsor grants, giveaways and scholarships to support future massage therapists.

Here is a roundup of assistance available in 2018:

Organization Grant

Massage Therapy Foundation Research GrantsThese grants of up to $30,000 are awarded to support research studies investigating the health benefits of massage therapy. To apply, a researcher must have relevant experience in the chosen area of research, and be associated with a qualified sponsoring organization, such as a university.

Organization Grant

Massage Therapy Foundation Community Service GrantsIntended to promote partnerships between massage professionals and the community, these grants of up to $5,000 are given to organizations providing massage to people who would otherwise have limited or no access to it. Eligible organizations will have been in existence at least one year; be tax-exempt; provide service to the community; and have a qualified staff member in charge of the program.

Student Grant

Successful Hands Grant ProgramSponsored by Biofreeze, Massage Envy and Bon Vital', this program was established in 2014 to help students prepare for a career in massage therapy. Applicants must be currently enrolled in massage therapy school and submit a 200-word essay. Five grants of $1,000 each will be awarded in 2018.

Student Scholarship

Incorporate MassageThis $2,000 scholarship is awarded to a student currently enrolled in a 500-plus hour accredited massage program in the U.S. The application requires a 2,000-word essay on one of three pre-selected topics. The scholarship is not renewable and is only good for a one-semester cycle.

Student Scholarship

International Spa Association Foundation Mary Tabacchi ScholarshipThis $5,000 scholarship is awarded annually to a junior, senior or graduate student enrolled full-time in a bachelor’s or master’s degree program related to the spa industry, and pursuing a career related to spa management. The award includes free registration, along with travel stipend and hotel accommodations, for the ISPA Conference & Expo; a one-year ISPA student membership; and a one-year mentorship.

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