AMA Scholarships

Julie Hurst and Steve Peters Education Fund Scholarship

The Julie Hurst and Steve Peters Education Fund provides post-secondary educational funding for the employees of a company that is a member in good standing of the Arizona Multihousing Association (AMA) and their immediate family members. Immediate family members include children, spouse or dependent of a legal guardian.  - opens in a new tab - opens in a new tab

Applications for 2024 are now closed.
The 2025 application process will open in January.


Scholarship Details:
  • Administered by the Arizona Community Foundation (ACF), the Julie Hurst and Steve Peters Education Fund will distribute academic scholarships annually.
  • Scholarships are for one year of undergraduate study for part-time and full-time students at an accredited college, trade/vocational school or university located in Arizona. 
  • Full scholarship amount may only be applied to consecutive academic terms that commence within the calendar year that the scholarship is awarded. Recipients who enroll in a partial academic year may only be eligible for a percentage of the full scholarship amount.
  • Applicants may reapply in subsequent years to be considered for additional funding.

History

In 2015, the Arizona Multihousing Charitable Foundation decided to create a scholarship fund to provide post-secondary educational funding for the employees of AMA member companies in good standing, and their immediate family members. The AMA Board of Directors decided to name the education fund in memoriam, honoring Julie Hurst, a Senior Vice President with Riverstone Residential. Julie served on the AMA Board of Directors until her passing in 2012. In 2017, the Arizona apartment industry lost another dear friend, Steve Peters, a Senior Portfolio Director with Shelton-Cook Real Estate Services. Steve’s accomplishments in our industry inspired the Board to rename the fund to include his name.


In 2024, the Julie Hurst and Steve Peters Education Fund scholarships were awarded to five recipients:

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Alexis Johnson
RPM Living

"This is Alexis Johnson, a nursing major at NAU. Today I opened my email and practically screamed with joy and excitement. I can not tell you how happy I am to have received this award and opportunity! With this scholarship I can focus more of my studies and comprehension in class. Last year was very hard to keep afloat with school and long work hours. Now I feel ready to accomplish my dreams and have one less worry. Little by little I hope to accomplish my goals and this scholarship gives me hope for my future and more passion to succeed. I’m truly more grateful than words can express and willcherish this scholarship opportunity. Thank you so much!!"

Yaneth Montoya - MG Properties

Yaneth Montoya
MG Properties

"Thank you again for continuing to fund my education in the new school year. With the funds I received from last year alone, I was able to complete my first year of community college without needing to worry about paying for tuition. I have continued to achieve all A’s in my class alongside reaching the President’s Honors List in the Fall semester. Without your funding, I may not have been able to pursue an education in illustration. I will continue to work hard to make every cent of your scholarship count. Once again, thank you for continuing to fund my education. I will keep working hard to make your generous donation count."

Aliciana Lopez - The Home Depot

Aliciana Lopez
The Home Depot

"I greatly appreciate the ability to renew my scholarship for the following year. This scholarship has
helped me be able to continue my higher education. Being able to afford the books I need to obtain my education, supplies to take notes, and other tools necessary to complete my studies has truly made me extremely grateful. With no family support, college has proven to be a hard task in regard to money. The price tag, the need to have a roof over my head, sustenance, and materials for my educational needs build up in price and make it extremely difficult to gain an education. This is why I am thankful for the scholarship you provide. It has helped me so much and I will always be grateful for your support. Thank you so much!"

Margaret Sinclair - Evergreen Devco

Margaret Sinclair
Evergreen Devco

"Thank you so much for your continued support throughout my college experience! This past year, this scholarship has enabled me to have a wide variety of experiences that have helped me explore future careers in the parks and recreation field. With this extra funding, I was able to receive a Wilderness First Responder certification, as well as an outdoor leadership and education experience on a 17 backpacking trip in New Mexico, both of which will aid me in my future endeavors! I truly appreciate your generous support in achieving these goals, and I cannot wait to continue using these skills in the future!"

Amelie Luster
Gorman & Company

"My name is Amelie Luster and I am a student at Northern Arizona University! The Julie Hurst and Steve Peters scholarship is helping me to fund my bachelors degree in social work, as well as encouraging me to achieve my life-long dream of becoming a counselor to help those who struggle with their mental health in their day to day life! School is stressful enough as it is, and this scholarship is enabling me to focus on my education and relieving some of the stress of money in my educational journey. Thank you so much for the support, I appreciate it more than I could ever say. Thank you!"


Education Designation Scholarships

(Access the scholarship applications at the bottom of this page)

Arizona Multihousing Association believes in the importance and impact that continuing education has on a career. Our industry is dynamic and always changing! The best way to stay ahead and keep the competitive advantage is to keep yourself well educated and knowledgeable about industry trends, practices, technology, legislation and more.

The Arizona Multihousing Association supports our members who desire to pursue education by earning a professional designation from NAAEI. There is a significant investment of time and money, and not everyone has access to the funds or education budgets to make the pursuit of this training a reality, so we are proud to award multiple full and partial scholarships for our CAM and CALP programs in 2024. These scholarships make it possible for some members to earn a national property management credential, enhance their career, and pave a path for continued success in the multi-family industry.

New this year! Due to the support from our sponsors, we are also able to award a scholarship for our CPO and EPA classes.


Sponsors of the Designation Scholarships

These scholarships are made possible in part from the support of our Industry Partners - thank you! If you are interested in being a sponsor, please email Charnissa Moore at cmoore@azmultihousing.org.

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Scholarship Application

Certified Apartment Leasing Professional® (CALP)

Certified Apartment Leasing Professional® (CALP)
Earning CALP, your first industry credential, signals to an employer your commitment to a career in residential property management.

Certified Apartment Portfolio Supervisor® (CAPS) Certified Apartment Portfolio Supervisor® (CAPS)
Earning your CAPS takes you to the next level in property management. It fast-tracks your career advancement and your corresponding earning potential.
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Certified Apartment Manager® (CAM)

Certified Apartment Manager® (CAM)
Earning your CAM (Certified Apartment Manager) credential allows you to demonstrate your skills, knowledge, and ability to manage an apartment community and achieve owners’ investment goals. 


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