The Mid-West Fastener Association will award a total of $43,500 in scholarships to 21 students next month in a virtual meeting November 5, 2020.

The 2020 scholarships bring MWFA’s total to $812,000 in scholarships over 34 years.

MWFA is especially pleased that “during this challenging pandemic year, despite canceled events, they are still assisting this many students with their college education.”

The board thanked donors of named scholarships: XL Screw Corp., Clarcorp Industrial Sales, Brighton-Best International, Star Stainless Screw, South Holland Metal Finishing, BTM Mfg., and SWD.  In addition, 14 $1,500 scholarships will be awarded.

To participate in the virtual scholarship awards: MWFA.net.

MWFA, established in 1946 as the Chicago Bolt, Nut & Screw Association, is dedicated to representing all segments of the industry: manufacturers, distributors, importers and suppliers to the industry.