KABF Education Debt Relief Application Form

Please note, this form is only active during the application period of Jan. 1 - March 31.

The KAB Foundation has established a $2,000 Education Debt Relief Grant to help ease the financial burdens of individuals working in broadcasting at KAB-member stations who are struggling with student loan debt. This program aims to provide monetary assistance, encourage workforce stability, and promote career longevity within our industry.

The grant is available to individuals currently employed at a KAB-member station in Kansas. Eligible employees are encouraged to submit their applications by the specified deadline. Awardees will receive a total of $2,000, disbursed over a two-year period—$1,000 in the first year and $1,000 in the second year. The KAB Foundation will select five new recipients annually.

Additionally, KAB-member employers have the option to further support their employees by making matching donations to the KAB Foundation (KABF). These funds will then be forwarded directly to the institution managing the employee’s loan.

There is no limit to the number of times an individual may apply. Applicants can receive the grant multiple times, provided they meet the program criteria, but they may not receive it more than three times in total. Applications will be reviewed by the KAB Foundation Board of Directors. Any board member whose parent company has an applicant must abstain from the review process.

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List station call letters, location and ownership group.

Minimum of two years required.

Minimum of one required. 

KAB station membership is required.

Submit a letter of support from your current employer, signed by the senior SEU (station employment unit) manager. Letter cannot exceed one page.

20MB max

Provide proof of your degree from a university, college, technical school or broadcast school by supplying a copy of your degree certificate or verification document from the school.

20MB max

Provide proof of current loan balance. Loan documentation must show your name, current address, financial institution name, account number and loan balance as of January or February of the current grant application year. (documentation will remain confidential)

20MB max

Provide a brief summary of your career to date in broadcasting, including why you enjoy your current job and your future career goals. Summary not to exceed one page.

20MB max