Indian Capital Technology Center announced Tuesday it has received a $250,000 grant aimed at expanding access to career training programs for young adults in the Muskogee area.
The funding, awarded by the William Barry Love Foundation, will provide deeply discounted tuition for graduates of Muskogee High School and Hilldale High School who are 25 or younger.
Under the scholarship model, qualifying students will pay $300 in tuition, with the foundation covering the remainder.
ICTC leaders said the support will help remove financial barriers that often prevent students from pursuing high-demand career pathways close to home.
Two Programs Receive Dedicated Support
The grant includes:
CDL Training Scholarship — $100,000 — Funding will assist students enrolling in ICTC’s four-week Class A commercial driver’s license program.
The course offers a direct pipeline into the trucking industry, which continues to face a shortage of licensed drivers across Oklahoma and the region.
Health Career Scholarship — $150,000 — This portion will support students entering ICTC’s nursing and allied health programs. Scholarship recipients can use the funds whether they are starting fresh or bringing in previous college credits. ICTC officials say the assistance will help meet the need for more trained healthcare professionals and improve access to high-wage jobs in the area.
James Gulley, president of the William Barry Love Foundation and CEO of Love Bottling Company, said the grant reflects the foundation’s commitment to supporting Muskogee’s youth.
“When we invest in our students, we invest in Muskogee’s future,” Gulley said. He added that helping remove financial hurdles allows more young adults to prepare for careers that strengthen the workforce.
ICTC Superintendent Tony Pivec called the scholarships a significant boost for students pursuing career and technical training.
“These scholarships represent a meaningful investment in the success of our students,” Pivec said. “We are grateful for the foundation’s partnership and the impact this level of support will have across our region.”