WSA 2025 Scholarship

Created more than 50 years ago, the National Office Products Alliance (NOPA) Scholarship Fund started with a $5,000 donation and has now awarded more than $2.7 million in scholarships to deserving families of office products and office furniture dealers. Supported entirely through individual and member contributions, the fund recognized 30 college students receiving one-year scholarships for the 2024-2025 academic year.

Judged by an independent panel, not only are applicants scored for their academic success but for their outside interests, extracurricular activities, community services and financial need. The George A. Thompson award is given to the applicant, who in addition to being an outstanding student, who volunteers their time and efforts to community service and helping the less fortunate.

Any person who is an employee or related to an employee of an Association member firm may apply.

Must be a member to apply, Membership status is verified. Candidates must have graduated from high school or its equivalent before July 1 of the year in which they would use the scholarship. Candidates must have an academic record sufficient to be accepted by an accredited college, junior college or technical institute. Students currently enrolled full time in college or graduate school are not eligible. No more than two scholarships awards will be given per member company per year.