Decatur, IL – Tallgrass, a national energy infrastructure company, is donating $75,000 to the Richland Community College Foundation to create a scholarship for Engineering Technology students.
The gift will expand the company’s Tallgrass Tech program to fund scholarships over the next five years in Richland Community College’s Applied Science & Technology Division, which prepares students for in-demand careers across a wide range of industries, from skilled trades and advanced technologies to business, agriculture, and engineering.
“Tallgrass is proud to support education programs that train the next generation of energy professionals and skilled trades, recognizing the critical role these programs play in building a sustainable and innovative energy future,” said Executive Vice President and Chief Operations Officer Crystal Heter. “This donation underscores Tallgrass’ dedication to fostering a skilled workforce that will drive technological advancements, enhance safety standards, and contribute to the economic growth of communities nationwide.”
Richland Community College’s Engineering Technology programs provide hands-on learning, state-of-the-art facilities, and expert instruction to equip students with the practical skills and knowledge needed to succeed in today’s workforce.
How to Apply
To be eligible, students must be in good standing with the college and may be enrolled full- or part-time. They must also specialize in Electrical, Instrumentation, or Mechanical Systems. Students can find the application link and more information about applying for scholarships at richland.edu/scholarships.
About Tallgrass
Tallgrass has 1,000+ teammates who safely operate large-scale, multi-commodity infrastructure, including over 10,000 miles of pipeline, spanning from Ohio to Oregon, and North Dakota to Texas. Learn more at tallgrass.com