KMHI's Don Sharp Blueprints for Tomorrow Scholarship
The KMHI Blueprints for Tomorrow Scholarship, established in honor of Don Sharp, recognizes his longtime commitment to strengthening Kentucky's manufactured housing industry and developing its future workforce. As a former KMHI Chairman and current member, Don was instrumental in advocating for a scholarship program that would encourage young people to pursue careers in the skilled trades while supporting educational opportunities for residents of factory-built homes.
Through this program, KMHI awards the following scholarships each year:
Trade and Apprenticeship Scholarships
Five $1,000 Scholarships Awarded
Five (5) $1,000 scholarships will be awarded to individuals who are currently attending or will be attending a technical center, trade school, or enrolling in an apprenticeship program centered around the construction industry.
Manufactured Home Residents
Two $1,000 Scholarships Awarded
Two (2) $1,000 scholarships will be awarded to graduating seniors, GED recipients, or students who are currently enrolled in college, technical schools, or trade schools. Eligible participants must live in a modular or manufactured home.
How to Submit your Application:
Click the Button Below to Access the Scholarship Application
To complete your application, prepare the following:
- Transcript – Submit a copy of your high school, GED, or college transcript.
- References – Provide 3 letters of reference from business professionals.
- Essay – Write an original (NO AI), 300 word, typed essay for the scholarship you’re applying for:
- Trades/Apprenticeship Applicants: Explain why you wish to enter the construction industry.
- Manufactured Home Applicants: Describe how factory-built housing has influenced your life.
2026 Scholarship Winners
