Union Plus is now accepting applications for their 2026 scholarship awards, which help union families with the cost of college, with awards ranging from $500 to $4000. The application deadline is January 31, 2026.
Current and retired members of SHARE, their spouses, and their dependent children are eligible. At least one year of continuous union service by the applicant is required.
Signing Up for Union Plus Benefits: What to Know
In addition to scholarships, Union Plus offers a wide range of perks and benefits to SHARE members. Signing up is quick and easy.
When selecting your union from the dropdown menu, please choose “AFSCME (State, County, and Municipal Employees)”
SHARE is also known as AFSCME Local 3900
All SHARE members qualify for Union Plus benefits
Since 1991, the Union Plus Scholarship Program has awarded more than $5.9 million to students of working families who want to begin or continue their post-secondary education. More than 4,200 families have benefited from our commitment to higher education.