Meridian Waste continues annual contribution to Wake Tech Foundation scholarship

Meridian Waste, headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, has continued its annual support of the Wake Tech Foundation with a third $5,000 contribution to the Meridian Waste Scholarship for Clean Communities. This is part of the company’s $15,000 commitment to the scholarship, benefiting students at Wake Technical Community College in Raleigh.

Established in 2024, the Meridian Waste Scholarship for Clean Communities supports students enrolled in Wake Tech’s diesel and heavy equipment technology program, preparing them for careers such as diesel mechanics and heavy equipment operators.

“Wake Tech plays a critical role in preparing the next generation of skilled professionals,” says Patrick Messinger, area president for Meridian Waste North Carolina. “Programs like diesel and heavy equipment technology are vital to our industry, and we’re proud to support students who are building careers that directly impact the safety and sustainability of our communities.”

According to Meridian Waste, its partnership with Wake Tech aligns closely with the opening of Wake Tech’s Eastern Wake 4.0 campus, located near the company’s Shotwell Environmental Park in Wendell, North Carolina. The campus focuses on technology-forward education and workforce development.

The contribution represents continued commitment to workforce development and community partnership in Wake County and the greater Triangle region, according to Meridian Waste.

“Support from companies like Meridian Waste helps ensure our students have access to real-world training that leads directly to meaningful employment opportunities,” Wake Tech President Scott Ralls says.