Pikes Peak Tattoo -- Uncle Bud Scholarship Fund Information

The word tattoo is said to has two major derivations- from the polynesian word ‘ta’ which means striking something and the tahitian word ‘tatau’ which means ‘to mark something’.

the history of tattoo began over 5000 years ago and is as diverse as the people who wear them.

tattoos are created by inserting colored materials beneath the skins surface. the first tattoos probably were created by accident. someone had a small wound, and rubbed it with a hand that was dirty with soot and ashes from the fire. once the wound had healed, they saw that a mark stayed permanently.

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About Our Founder

Uncle Bud Scholarship Fund


Uncle Bud Yates		The Uncle Bud Yates Memorial Scholarship Fund was established in August of 2006 shortly after Uncle Bud's death. Uncle bud was a strong advocate for education in all areas, consistently furthering his own education. This scholarship is an opportunity for members of the National Tattoo Association and their families to further their education. The scholarship will be distributed once a year beginning in 2008 in the amount of $2,000.00 to be used towards tuition/or books to an accredited college. Applications can be found at (insert link here). Starting in 2008 the deadline for all applications is May 31st. Applications are to be sent to: National Tattoo Association 485 Business Park Lane Allentown, PA 18109. The recipient will be notified by mail and the scholarship check will be mailed to the college identifying the recipient's student ID#. You can also access information at: www.nationaltattooassociation.com A downloadable scholarship form can be accessed here.