Haa Latseen Scholarships Program

What is the Haa Latseen Scholarships Program?
The Haa Latseen Scholarships Program is distributed through the Goldbelt Tináa Distribution Trust. This program supports shareholders in their pursuit of educational and personal development goals, providing financial assistance for educational expenses from age 3 to graduate students and lifelong learners.

What types of scholarships are available?

1. Higher Education Scholarship
This scholarship is for Goldbelt shareholders currently enrolled in college or any higher education institution. It helps fund your studies for the term(s) you are applying for, so you can focus on your education. Goldbelt encourages students to apply for the term(s) they plan to attend.

• Undergraduate

  • Part-time: Up to $2,000

  • Full-time: Up to $4,000

• Graduate

  • Part-time: Up to $3,000

  • Full-time: Up to $6,000

Application Deadlines:

• March 15: Summer Semester

• May 15: Fall/Academic Year

• Nov. 15: Spring Semester

Requirements

• Goldbelt shareholders with voting stock

• Supporting documentation to show proof of enrollment

• Official or unofficial transcripts

2. Youth Extracurricular Scholarship
This scholarship is for Goldbelt shareholders aged 3 to 12th grade to participate in extracurricular activities such as sports teams, training camps, tutoring, performing arts, or music camps.

• Award Amount: Up to $500

• Acceptance Period: Year-round (apply multiple times until the $500 annual cap is reached)

Requirements

• Student must be a Goldbelt shareholder with voting stock

• Supporting documentation to show proof of enrollment

• Receipts or proof of purchase for requested reimbursement

3. Level-Up Vocational Scholarship
This scholarship is for Goldbelt shareholders seeking vocational, certificate, or professional programs that do not meet higher education scholarship requirements. Training programs that qualify for funding include professional and academic certificates or vocational training courses (e.g., CDL, electrical apprentice training, or accounting certificates).

• Award Amount: Up to $2,000

• Application Period: Year-round

Requirements

• Goldbelt shareholders with voting stock

• Supporting documentation to show proof of enrollment

• Receipts, if requesting reimbursement

4. Non-Degree Enrichment Scholarship
This scholarship is for Goldbelt shareholders who are non-degree-seeking students to audit a class or enroll in programs, training, or courses less than 120 hours. It is designed for shareholders who are not enrolled in degree-seeking certificate or vocational programs and can be applied to cultural or skill development classes.

• Award Amount: Up to $500

• Application Period: Year-round (apply multiple times until the $500 annual cap is reached)

Requirements

• Goldbelt shareholders 18 years or older with voting stock

• Supporting documentation to show proof of enrollment

• Receipts, if requesting reimbursement

Who is eligible for the scholarships?

The scholarships are available to Goldbelt shareholders of all ages, from youth (ages 3 and up) to graduate students, as well as lifelong learners pursuing career development.

How do I apply for a scholarship?

Please visit this link for application details and eligibility requirements. Scholarships are distributed through the Goldbelt Tináa Distribution Trust, and applications are processed annually.

How can I contact Goldbelt for scholarship-related inquiries?

For more information or to apply, please contact us at scholarship@goldbelt.com or visit Scholarship Information Page.

Goldbelt Internship Program

1. What is the Goldbelt Internship Program?
The Goldbelt Internship Program offers shareholders and their descendants an opportunity to gain hands-on work experience in various industries. The program is designed to provide career development, networking, and exposure to Alaska Native culture through a 10-week summer internship.

2. Who is eligible for the internship program?
To qualify for the Goldbelt Internship Program, you must:

• Be a voting shareholder of Goldbelt, Inc., or a lineal descendant of a voting shareholder

• Be attending an accredited university as a full-time student, or have graduated from an accredited university within the past six months

• Maintain a minimum 2.0 GPA

3. What is the internship duration and compensation?

• The internship lasts 10 weeks during the summer.

• Interns receive a starting wage of $22 per hour.

• Housing and travel stipends may be provided.

4. What benefits do Goldbelt interns receive?

• Career development workshops tailored to your career path

• Guidance on resume development, job applications, and portfolio creation

• Hands-on work experience with professionals in an inclusive, purpose-driven environment

• Exposure to Alaska Native culture through field trips, workshops, and opportunities to connect with elders and board members

• Networking with peers interning at other Alaska Native organizations

5. Are there opportunities for externships?
Yes, Goldbelt also offers externship placements for shareholders and shareholder descendants on a case-by-case basis. These externships provide valuable hands-on experience and help build career skills and professional networks.

6. When is the application deadline?
The deadline for internship applications is Friday, March 28, 2025.

7. How do I apply for the internship program?
For more information and to apply, please contact internships@goldbelt.com or visit Goldbelt Internship Program for additional details.

8. Can I apply if I am not a shareholder, but a descendant of a shareholder?
Yes, descendants of Goldbelt shareholders are eligible to apply for the internship program as long as they meet the other qualifications.