Scholarships

Introduction The Linda L. Lester Scholarship Fund, administered by the Santa Clara County Farm Bureau in partnership with American AgCredit, is offering $32,000 in scholarships to 2025 recipients. Awards support local high school seniors and college students who intend to pursue majors in agriculture — including, but not limited to, agricultural business, forestry, viticulture, animal science, crop science, environmental science, agricultural engineering, agricultural education, agricultural communications, and food science. Applicants must hold a cumulative GPA of at least 3.00. Award Structure and Continued Eligibility Scholarship winners receive annual disbursements based on the number of years they have remaining in college,...

Overview A $12,000 scholarship is available to students who are either beginning college or already enrolled and who are pursuing an agricultural major. Eligibility To qualify, either the applicant or their legal guardian must live in Santa Cruz County or within the Pajaro Valley Unified School District boundaries. As an alternative, applicants who are current members of the Santa Cruz County Farm Bureau are also eligible. Award and Payment Terms The scholarship funds will be released once the recipient supplies documentation confirming college enrollment. The $12,000 award may be spread over the student’s remaining college years, up to a maximum...

Introduction The Georgia Foundation for Agriculture supports students pursuing agriculture-related education by offering multiple scholarship opportunities with different criteria. Applications for the 2025 scholarship cycle are now open. Eligibility overview Individual scholarships have specific requirements, but common elements include Georgia residency, a focus on agriculture or related fields, demonstrated leadership, and minimum GPA standards. Where applicable, awards require enrollment at a Georgia institution that offers agriculture programs (see the Foundation website for a listing of University System of Georgia campuses and sample qualifying majors). Available scholarships (summary) - Georgia Foundation Scholarship for Agriculture - Purpose: Support exceptional high school seniors...

Overview As many as seven scholarships will be granted to high school seniors who plan to pursue a bachelor’s degree. Recipients may choose any college major—there are no limitations on field of study. The award honors the memory of Arnold Oestmann of Westmont, IL, a former president of the DuPage County Farm Bureau. Eligibility and requirements - Open to graduating high school seniors who will be entering a four-year bachelor’s program. - Applicants must submit a completed application and ensure that letters of recommendation and official transcripts are received by the deadline. Deadline and how to submit All application materials...

Program overview This scholarship program supports students heading to college who plan to major in agriculture, agribusiness, related fields, or who have a general interest or background in agriculture. Awards are based on strong academic achievement, involvement in agriculture, and/or demonstrated financial need. Three scholarships of $2,000.00 each will be granted. Eligibility - Previous recipients of this scholarship are not eligible to apply. - Applicants must be one of the following: a high school senior, a high school graduate, or a current college student. - Must be a resident of Illinois. - Must be a Hancock County Farm Bureau member...

Introduction The Henry County Farm Bureau Foundation administers several scholarships for students connected to farming and the local community. Below are the individual awards, eligibility details, selection criteria, and application requirements. Preserve all deadlines and submission instructions when applying. Who may apply - Eligible candidates are graduating high school seniors or undergraduate students currently enrolled at an accredited college or technical school (unless otherwise noted). - Unless specified, applicants may major in any field; some scholarships require or prefer agricultural study or farm-family status—see each award for specifics. - Many scholarships award extra consideration (bonus points) to Henry County Farm...

Introduction Since 1992 the Lee County Farm Bureau Foundation has awarded 110 scholarships to students pursuing education related to agriculture. High School Senior Scholarship Application — available awards This application may be used to apply for the following scholarships: - Lee County Farm Bureau Foundation High School Scholarship(s) - Dave Gorman Memorial Scholarship - Gentry Family Agriculture Scholarship - Carol & Ted Schoch Memorial Scholarship(s) - Sylvan & Virginia Leffelman “Leave a Legacy” Scholarship Scholarship details - Lee County Farm Bureau Foundation Scholarship(s): Awards of $1,500 each. The exact number of scholarships granted will depend on how many applicants meet...

Kansas State University — Farm Bureau Scholarships (4 awards of $1,000 each) Overview Kansas State University is awarding four scholarships, each valued at $1,000, to students with Farm Bureau connections who are studying agriculture or a closely related discipline. Eligibility - Either the student or the student’s parent must be a member of a Farm Bureau in Kansas. - The applicant must be enrolled in an agriculture program or a closely related field of study. - The student must be classified as a junior or senior at Kansas State University for the upcoming fall semester. Award and Deadline - Number/Amount:...

About Kansas Farm Bureau Kansas Farm Bureau (KFB) is a nonprofit advocacy organization founded in 1919. For more than a century it has supported members by offering leadership training, agricultural education, legal representation, environmental advocacy, farm safety initiatives, risk-management resources, rural development efforts, and assistance with international trade. Operating from its state office in Manhattan, KFB is a grassroots network with a county Farm Bureau presence in each of Kansas’ 105 counties. Mission KFB’s mission is to support Kansas agriculture and improve the lives of Kansans through advocacy, education, and service. Technical School Scholarships — 8 awards of $500 Eligibility...

Overview and application window - Scholarship applications open on Jan. 2 and are accepted through March 1, with all materials due by 5:00 p.m. on March 1. - To submit a Foundation scholarship application you must register for a ReviewR account. - Questions about the Foundation scholarship can be sent to foundation@kfb.org. - Please note: immediate family members of KFB Foundation board members are ineligible to receive Foundation scholarships. Other scholarship opportunities (not administered by the KFB Foundation) 1) 9th District Kansas Farm Bureau Scholarship - How to apply: online. - Eligibility: Applicant — or the applicant’s parent/guardian — must...

Overview The Kentucky Farm Bureau Education Foundation is offering county and state college scholarships to high school seniors for the current academic year. Awards may be used for tuition, room and board, textbooks, and other education-related costs. Scholarship funds are paid directly to the college, university, or proprietary school the student selects. Eligibility To qualify, an applicant must: - Be the child of a Kentucky Farm Bureau member and maintain that membership for the duration of the scholarship. - Graduate from high school in the same year they apply. - For the Leadership in Agriculture Scholarship specifically, have parents who...

Overview The Kentucky Farm Bureau Education Foundation is offering county and state-level college scholarships to high school seniors for the current academic year. Awards can be used to cover tuition, room and board, books, and other qualified educational costs. Scholarship disbursements will be paid directly to the college, university, or proprietary school the recipient chooses. Eligibility To qualify, applicants must: - Be the child of a current Kentucky Farm Bureau member and remain a member while the scholarship is active. - Graduate from high school in the same year they apply for the scholarship. - For the Leadership in Agriculture...