2026 KB 'BUILT LOCAL' SCHOLARSHIP WINNERS

2026 KB 'Built Local" Scholarship

We’re proud to announce the recipient of the 2026 KB 'Built Local' Scholarship — congratulations to Ruthann Remaley of Lenape Tech!

Ruthann was selected for exemplifying the values this scholarship was created to support: hard work, determination, character, and a commitment to community. We are excited to see where her future takes her and honored to play a small part in supporting that journey.

2026 KB 'Built Local" Additional Merit Scholarship

In addition to our primary scholarship award, we also recognized three outstanding finalists with our KB 'Built Local' Additional Merit Scholarships. One of those recipients was Paul Flick, pictured here, who stood out for his work ethic, generosity, and dedication to his future goals.

More Recipients!

Pictured here is Brayden Myers of Apollo Ridge High School, awarded with one of only three of our KB 'Built Local' Additional Merit Scholarships.

Congrats!

Pictured here is Brooklyn Redmond of Leechburg High, who received one of three KB 'Built Local' Additional Merit Scholarships!

We were incredibly impressed by the quality of applicants this year and wanted to recognize several students who represented the values of this scholarship so well.

We were honored to present these awards at each school's respective Awards Ceremonies. Congratulations again to Ruthann, Paul, Brayden, Brooklyn, and all of the graduating seniors as they take the next step into their futures!

Now Accepting Applications!

At KB Equipment Rental, we believe in hard work, strong values, and giving back to the communities that built us.

We’re proud to offer the KB ‘Built Local’ Scholarship to a graduating senior in Armstrong or Indiana County pursuing a career in the skilled trades.

Whether you're heading into construction, cosmetology, excavation, welding, mechanical, automotive work, or another hands-on trade—we want to hear your story!

We’re excited to support the next generation of hardworking individuals who keep our communities running.

One scholarship recipient will receive $500! Two additional finalists will also receive $250 each.

**Funds may be used for furthering education, attending trade school or community college, courses, obtaining certifications, trade tools and supplies, starting a business -- just about anything that helps support your journey in the trades! This applies whether you are furthering education, entering the workforce, etc.**

For any questions, please contact us directly at info@rentKB.com or 724.698.2700.

To Apply:

To apply, submit a short 500-1,000 word essay answering:

“How has growing up in a small town shaped your work ethic and decision to pursue a career in the trades? How will you use your skills to give back to your community?”

Eligibility Requirements:

Open to graduating seniors in Armstrong and Indiana counties (PA) pursuing the trades (ALL TRADES WELCOME!)
Post-graduation plans must include the trades in some capacity: furthering education, entering the workforce, starting a business, or trades within the military
Minimum 2.7 GPA or B average or better
Satisfactory School Record and Reputation (Character, Behavior, Background)
500-1,000 word essay as described above (*Bonus Points: include a photo of a project or job you're proud of!)
Deadline: April 30, 2027 at 5pm EDT

Scholarship Rules:

One entry per person.
Must meet above-listed eligibility requirements to qualify.
Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted.
Any applicant who provides false information, materially misrepresents themselves, or is found to be plagiarizing and/or using AI in their submission will be disqualified.
Scholarship provider (KB Equipment Rental) reserves the right to conduct any relevant background checks, grade verification, and/or contact school faculty for a character attestation or recommendation.
Scholarship provider (KB Equipment Rental) reserves the rights to all essays, stories, excerpts, photos, name, likeness, and submissions for public use on our website, social media accounts, news/media, radio, television, or other marketing material.
The scholarship award will be paid directly to the student.
All decisions are final.

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By submitting the form below, you hereby grant permission to scholarship provider (KB Equipment Rental) to utilize all essays, stories, excerpts, photos, name, likeness, and submissions for public use on our website, social media accounts, news/media, radio, television, or other marketing material. You further attest that the information supplied is true and complete to the best of your knowledge. You have reviewed and agree to the scholarship rules above.

2026 KB 'BUILT LOCAL' SCHOLARSHIP WINNERS

2026 KB 'Built Local" Scholarship

2026 KB 'Built Local" Additional Merit Scholarship

More Recipients!

Congrats!

KB 'BUILT LOCAL' SCHOLARSHIP

Now Accepting Applications!

To Apply:

Eligibility Requirements:

Scholarship Rules:

Apply

If you have any issues submitting, please email us at info@rentKB.com or call 724.698.2700

PRINTABLE APPLICATION (IF YOU PREFER)

2026 KB 'BUILT LOCAL' SCHOLARSHIP WINNERS

2026 KB 'Built Local" Scholarship

2026 KB 'Built Local" Additional Merit Scholarship

More Recipients!

Congrats!

KB 'BUILT LOCAL' SCHOLARSHIP

Now Accepting Applications!

To Apply:

Eligibility Requirements:

Scholarship Rules:

Apply

If you have any issues submitting, please email us at info@rentKB.com or call 724.698.2700

PRINTABLE APPLICATION (IF YOU PREFER)

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