Scholarship Program

Established in 1941, our organization consists of Drillers, Pump Installers, Suppliers, and Manufacturers.

Scholarship Money Available

As we approach the beginning of another school year, college-bound students and their families are searching for available funds to help offset the cost of further education. The ESWWDA offers a scholarship to applicants whose course of study is related to the water well industry. Preference is given to family members of association members and secondly to those attending 2-year programs at an accredited school.

Further information is available by contacting:
Scholarship Committee Chairperson, Jim Utter

We are a state organization dedicated to the development and preservation of ground water.

We are interested in men and women who desire a career in the field of ground water resources.

Your Scholarship Committe members are available for further information. The Empire State Water Well Drillers' Association, founded in 1941, is committed to taking a leadership role in protecting our natural  582-7436 through the promotion of the ground water industry. This Association will strive to support a spirit of cooperation and communication within the industry and between consumers and regulatory agencies.

Jim Utter: (607) 582-7436

Kevin Moravic:  (585) 752-2355

Groundwater is a priceless renewable resource lying beneath most of the earth's surface. Groundwater supplies about 25 percent of the nations domestic, agricultural and industrial water. Fifty percent of the U.S. population depends on ground water for it's drinking water supply. The nations water is a renewable resource only if we, in the industry, continue to manage this valuable commodity wisely. If you have considered the groundwater industry as a career, we would like to talk to you. Become a part of the industry that takes care of the earth's most precious resource.... WATER

A. Eligibility

  • Acceptance in an accredited school in a course of study in the groundwater field.
  • Sons or daughters of Association members have preference.
  • Approval based on the scholarship committee's evaluation.
  • Must be full time student.
  • Preference will be given to two year programs.
  • Applications must be submitted and received by May 31 of the current Year.

B. Funding

  • A maximum of $2,500.00 will be available per school year.
  • Funds may be distributed to more than one individual in a calendar year.
  • Preference will be given to two year programs.

For more information contact: scholarship@nywelldriller.org

Albert H. Mack Scholarship Guidelines

Guidelines for the establishment of the scholarship fund and awarding of scholarship monies for ESWWDA:

A. Scholarship Fund

  1. Maximum funds available in one calendar year: $2,500.
  2. One thousand dollars per year to be set aside until the fund reaches $7,500.

B. Awarding of Scholarships

  1. Preference to be given to sons or daughters of association members.
  2. Preference to be given to students attending 2-year programs.
  3. Scholarships available only to persons whose course of study is related to the water well industry.
  4. Persons may make application to the scholarship committee only after acceptance at an accredited school, offering a program related to the water well industry.
  5. Funds may be distributed to more than one person in any one calendar year.

Daniel M. Shultes Scholarship Fund Guidelines

This scholarship is a one-time award to children of Contractor members in good standing who are attending college in a field of study outside the industry or areas not covered by the Al Mack Scholarship.

Awarding of Scholarships

  • Preference to be given to children of Full Contractor members
  • Preference to be given to students attending minimum of a 2-year program
  • Persons may make applications to the scholarship committee only after acceptance at an accredited school.
  • Funds may be distributed to more than one person in any one calendar year.
  • Application deadline is April 1st of each year.
  • Applicants are selected via a blind selection process.
  • The number of scholarships and the amount of the scholarship are at the discretion of the Scholarship Committee and cannot exceed a total of $1000 per calendar year.