Scholarships

We are a grassroots organization that builds its work around the knowledge and experience of local producers. Your on-the-ground expertise in food and farming informs our priorities, and we act as the link — organizing communities, coordinating action, and shaping policy. Together we can strengthen family farms, increase locally grown food, and support rural South Carolina. Cherokee County Farm Bureau Scholarship — one $1,000 award Eligibility - A parent or grandparent of the applicant must be a member of the Cherokee County Farm Bureau. - Applicant must be either a high school senior preparing to enroll or a student already...

Scholarship Overview The Chesterfield County Farm Bureau is offering four scholarships of $1,000 each. Who is eligible - Be enrolled and in good standing at your current school. - Provide an acceptance letter from the college or institution you will attend. - Preference will be given to students who plan to major in agriculture-related fields, though applicants from other disciplines are eligible. - Parents or legal guardians must be members of the Chesterfield County Farm Bureau and reside in Chesterfield County. Priority and award distribution - One scholarship will be awarded to a qualifying student from each of Chesterfield County’s...

Georgetown County Farm Bureau Scholarship Overview Each year the Georgetown County Farm Bureau may award up to three scholarships of $1,000 each to qualifying graduating seniors from the Georgetown County School District who plan to pursue further education in agriculture or an agriculture-related field. Eligibility - Applicant must be a graduating senior in the Georgetown County School District. - The student must have been accepted to and intend to enroll in an agricultural or agriculture-related program at a postsecondary institution. - A parent or guardian of the applicant must be an active, good-standing member of the Georgetown County Farm Bureau....

Newberry County Farm Bureau Scholarship — Overview Award: One annual scholarship of $1,000. Purpose This scholarship supports students from Newberry County with farm family backgrounds or agricultural ties who plan to pursue postsecondary study in agriculture or agriculture-related fields. The program also aims to inspire recipients to gain the knowledge and leadership skills needed for roles in agriculture, civic life, and public service. Who is eligible - Must be a rising college sophomore, junior, or senior (entering one of those class years next academic year). - Must be a resident of Newberry County and come from a farm family or...

Overview The Arizona National Livestock Show supports the next generation of agriculture through an annual scholarship program open to participants of the Arizona National Livestock Show and the Arizona National Horse Show. Backed by donor contributions to the Arizona National Livestock Show and with assistance from the Arizona Horse Lover’s Foundation, the Scholarship Program has distributed over 1,000 awards totaling in excess of $1,400,000 since it began. Arizona National College Scholarship — Eligibility Requirements Minimum qualifications: - Must be a high school graduate. - Have completed at least 12 semester credit hours after high school graduation and before submitting an...

Established in 1955, the Romeo E. Short Scholarship Foundation provides funding for agricultural scholarships administered through the Dale Bumpers College of Agriculture, Food and Life Sciences at the University of Arkansas. Students who wish to be considered must submit the online Bumpers College Scholarship application by February 15 of each academic year. These scholarships support students pursuing careers that promote resilient food and agricultural systems, sustainable environments, healthy families, and thriving communities. The awards are made possible by generous contributions from businesses and private donors. Bumpers College distributes more than $1 million in scholarships each year. Selection factors typically include...

Introduction The California Farm Bureau Scholarship Foundation provides financial assistance to students committed to careers in agriculture. Awards are granted yearly based on academic performance, career objectives, extracurricular involvement, perseverance, leadership, and a demonstrated dedication to studying agriculture. For 2026, the Farm Bureau is offering only two scholarships: the Rustici Livestock and Rangeland Scholarship and the Carolyn S. Richardson Memorial Scholarship. Available scholarships - Rustici Livestock and Rangeland Scholarship - This award is renewable, provided a new application is submitted each year. - Eligible applicants must be entering or currently attending a two‑ or four‑year college or university. - Intended...

Introduction Each year the Imperial County Farm Bureau awards scholarships to students from our community to support their educational goals. The scholarship pool is funded through donations and proceeds from our annual Farm Bureau Scholarship Barbecue, which takes place every April. 2024 Awards We were proud to distribute $44,200 in scholarship aid in 2024 to 33 local students. We are grateful to everyone who contributed—whether through donations connected to the Annual Scholarship Barbecue or by giving to named memorial funds including the Jack & Pauline McConnell Memorial, Al Kalin Memorial Scholarship, Matt LaBrucherie Memorial, Raul Rodriguez Memorial, and Jack Strobel...

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...