NACS Foundation Expands Future Fund Scholarship

The NACS Foundation and Keurig Dr Pepper will provide 16 scholarships of $3,000 each.

February 03, 2025

The NACS Foundation is expanding its Future Fund Scholarship Program for 2025. With the support of Keurig Dr Pepper (KDP), this year's program will provide 16 scholarships of $3,000 each. These scholarships will help convenience store employees—and the children of employees—cover tuition costs for undergraduate or community college programs. 

Applications are now open and close on June 13, 2025. Applicants are eligible if they work for a NACS retail member company or are the child of a member employee enrolled in Fall 2025 academic studies. You can find details on eligibility and application requirements on the NACS Foundation Future Fund website

"This expansion of the Future Fund allows us to honor the hardworking individuals who power the convenience store industry and invest in their potential to lead, innovate and transform our sector," said Kevin O'Connell, executive director of the NACS Foundation. "Thanks to Keurig Dr Pepper's partnership, we're proud to offer a larger program that can make a greater impact for employees, their families and the communities they serve." 

In addition to financial support, scholarship recipients will be invited to attend the 2025 NACS Show in Chicago. The recipients will be honored at a special reception and have exclusive opportunities to network with industry leaders.

"Keurig Dr Pepper is pleased to partner with NACS in expanding scholarship opportunities within the convenience channel," said Kevin Martello, vice president of foodservice solutions, convenience retail and industry relations at Keurig Dr Pepper. "At KDP, we are committed to being an essential partner for both our retailers and the NACS Foundation. We are proud to support the Future Fund and contribute to creating greater support and opportunities for individuals across the industry." 

Learn more about the NACS Foundation.