05/28/2026
The Nevada State AFL-CIO is proud to announce the Grace Mactal Continuing Education Scholarship, established to honor the legacy of Grace Mactal who is a lifelong advocate for workers’ education, professional development, and leadership within the labor movement.
Grace Mactal is the retired Executive Director of SEIU 1107, Nevada’s largest union of healthcare and public service workers, representing over 19,000 members. With nearly 30 years of organizing experience, Grace has devoted her life to empowering workers, advancing racial and economic justice, and raising standards for all working people. She also served as a Vice President of the Nevada State AFL-CIO, where she helped strengthen solidarity and advocacy efforts for working families across the state.
This scholarship is designed to support union members pursuing continuing education, certifications, professional licensing, or training programs that help strengthen their skills and advance opportunities for working people.
Scholarship Details:
Two (2) scholarships of $2,500 each will be awarded annually.
Funds may be used toward:
Tuition
Certification programs
Licensing fees
Other eligible educational or professional development expenses
Requirements:
Be a current union member in good standing with a union affiliated with the Nevada State AFL-CIO for at least one (1) year prior to the application deadline.
Be enrolled in, or planning to enroll in, a continuing education course, certificate program, or professional training related to their current or future field of work.
Submit all required application materials by the deadline.
Deadline:
Friday July 31st, 2026
Visit the link below to apply!
https://forms.gle/Pj8Vnu23NYyyXBsk8