2025 Kankakee County Farm Bureau Foundation Scholarship Application

Kankakee County Farm Bureau Foundation Scholarship

To be eligible for consideration, an applicant must: - Be accepted or enrolled as a full time student at an accredited post-secondary school to study in an agriculture related field. Applicants with ties to Kankakee County, Illinois or a Kankakee County Farm Bureau member family will be given preference. Final judgement of applications and qualifications will be at the discretion of the Foundation board. The criteria for awarding the scholarship are as follows: - Demonstrated interest in agriculture - Character and personality (1) Maturity (2) Industriousness and motivation (3) Intellectual interest (4) Moral character (5) Demonstrated leadership (6) Service - Academic performance and honors - Financial need. Applications must be received at the Kankakee County Farm Bureau office by March 1, 2025. If chosen as a recipient, the scholarship funds will be disbursed to the recipient upon successful completion of their upcoming fall grading period with a “C” grade point average or better and must be a registered full time student at his or her educational institution. If chosen as a scholarship recipient, an official grade transcript from the post-secondary school will be required and must be received by March 1, 2026, or the scholarship will be forfeited. If you have questions please email kankmgr@kankakeecfb.org.
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First NameLast Name
Address

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Birthday

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Email
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Are you enrolling in an agriculture-related study program?

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Have you received a Kankakee County Farm Bureau Scholarship before?

YesNo

Are you a High School Senior?

YesNo

Are you pursuing an Agriculture Major at an accredited Ag college

YesNo

2025 Scholarship Application for High School Seniors

The attached application is for the Kankakee County Farm Bureau® Foundation Scholarship in the amount of $1,500 and may be renewable for subsequent years. This application is for high school seniors. If you are not a high school senior, please request a different application. As an additional bonus, each scholarship recipient will be awarded a one year complimentary PM (professional member) Farm Bureau membership. To be eligible for consideration, an applicant must:- Be a resident of Kankakee County, Illinois, OR a Kankakee County Farm Bureau member family- Be a high school senior and accepted at an accredited post-secondary school to study in an agriculture related field. The criteria for awarding the scholarship are as follows:- Demonstrated interest in agriculture- Character and personality(1) Maturity(2) Industriousness and motivation(3) Intellectual interest(4) Moral character(5) Demonstrated leadership(6) Service- Academic performance and honors- Financial need Applications must be received at the Kankakee County Farm Bureau office by March 1, 2025. If chosen as a recipient, the scholarship funds will be disbursed to the recipient upon successful completion of the first grading period with a “C” grade point average or better and must be a registered full time student at his or her educational institution. If chosen as a scholarship recipient, an official grade transcript from the post-secondary school will be required and must be received by (or postmarked by) March 1, 2026, or the scholarship will be forfeited. Final judgement of applications and qualifications will be at the discretion of the Foundation board.
Name

First NameLast Name
Date of Birth

MonthDayYear
Date
Address

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Phone Number
Please enter a valid phone number.
Email
example@example.com
Father's Name

First NameLast Name
Mother' Name

First NameLast Name
Kankakee County Farm Bureau Membership Number (will receive more points if a member)
Educational Information
Name of High School Attended
Year of Graduation
Ranking in Graduating Class
Current GPA our of 4.0 or 5.0
Date of Graduation

MonthDayYear
Date
What high school academic awards have you received?
Activities
List the student activities in which you participate(d) in high school. Indicate offices and positions of leadership you held as well as any honors you received based on your participation.
List the community activities (not directly connected with high school) in which you have participated. Indicate offices and positions of leadership you have held as well as any honors you have received based on your participation.
Describe any employment experiences you have had during school or during summer vacations.
Interests
Briefly summarize your experience or interest in agriculture.
What hobbies or special interest do you have?
Academic Plans
List of Colleges/Universities/vocational school you will attend - please list the complete name and city where the school is located:
Briefly state what your major field of study in high education will be. Please link this field of study to your planned career path.
Why do you feel you should be awarded a Kankakee County Farm Bureau Foundation Scholarship?
Financial Information

Since financial need is one factor in selecting the recipient of the Kankakee County Farm Bureau Foundation Scholarship, the following information will help the Scholarship Review Committee in its deliberations. The information is strictly confidential and will only be reviewed by the Foundation Board and Scholarship Review Committee.
Will you need to work during the school year to support your education?

YesNo
Do you intend to work during the summer?

YesNo
If so, what type of work will you seek?
Do you have a scholarship or tuition waiver?

YesNo
If so, for each award, please indicate the name and value of such.
Approximately what percentage of you post-secondary education expenses will you personally be responsible for?
Father's occupation
Mothers occupation
Number of Brothers and Ages
Number of Sisters and Ages
How many children in your family are now in some type of higher education?
Do you reside with your parents? If not, with whom?
Official High School Transcript
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Your signature on this application confirms that the information you have provided is correct and true. By affixing your signature, you acknowledge and approve that your likeness and information may be used in a press release and other promotional material if you are chosen as a scholarship recipient.

A completed application consists of the following: This application is completed and signed, as well as the teacher recommendation and character recommendation.
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Date Signed by Applicant

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Once you have completed the application above, please hit submit! Reminder: please complete one Teacher Recommendation and one Character Recommendation!

Continuing Education Scholarship

The attached application is for the Kankakee County Farm Bureau® Foundation Continuing Education Scholarship in the amount of $1,500 and may be renewable for subsequent years. This application is for those other than high school seniors. If you are a high school senior, please contact the Farm Bureau office for a different application. As an additional bonus, each scholarship recipient will be awarded a one year complimentary PM (professional member) Farm Bureau membership. To be eligible for consideration, an applicant must: - Be accepted or enrolled as a full time student at an accredited post-secondary school to study in an agriculture related field. Applicants with ties to Kankakee County, Illinois or a Kankakee County Farm Bureau member family will be given preference. Final judgement of applications and qualifications will be at the discretion of the Foundation board. The criteria for awarding the scholarship are as follows: - Demonstrated interest in agriculture - Character and personality (1) Maturity (2) Industriousness and motivation (3) Intellectual interest (4) Moral character (5) Demonstrated leadership (6) Service - Academic performance and honors - Financial need Applications must be received at the Kankakee County Farm Bureau office by March 1, 2025. If chosen as a recipient, the scholarship funds will be disbursed to the recipient upon successful completion of their upcoming fall grading period with a “C” grade point average or better and must be a registered full time student at his or her educational institution. If chosen as a scholarship recipient, an official grade transcript from the post-secondary school will be required and must be received by March 1, 2026, or the scholarship will be forfeited. If you have questions please email kankmgr@kankakeecfb.org.
General Information
Name

First NameLast Name
Date of Birth

MonthDayYear
Date
Address

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Home Address

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Phone Number
Please enter a valid phone number.
Email
example@example.com
Father's Name
Mother's Name
Kankakee County Farm Bureau Membership Number (will receive more points if a member)
What type of applicant are you? Check all that apply

Current college studentTransfer studentChanging majors to agriculture-related field of studyOthe
Other
Academic Information
High School attended
Date of Graduation
Please list any education completed following high school. Please give name of institution along with classes and courses completed. Also list any academic awards received during this phase of education.
Activities
List the recent or present activities and organizations in which you have participated or are participating in your community, school, or industry. Indicate offices and positions of leadership you held as well as any honors you received based on your participation.
Are you currently employed?

YesNo
If yes, where are you currently employed and what is your position? Also describe any other relevant employment experiences you have had.
Interest
Briefly summarize your experience or interest in agriculture.
What hobbies or special interest do you have?
Academic Plans
Name the college, university, or vocational school you will attend – please list the complete name and city where the school is located.
Briefly state what your major field of study will be. Please link this field of study to your planned career path following school.
Why do you feel you should be awarded a Kankakee County Farm Bureau Foundation Continuing Education Scholarship?
Financial Analysis Report

Since financial need is one factor in selecting the recipient of the Kankakee County Farm Bureau Foundation Continuing Education Scholarship, the following information will help the Scholarship Review Committee in its deliberations. The information is strictly confidential and will only be reviewed by the Foundation Board and Scholarship Review Committee.
Will you need to work while continuing your education?

YesNo
If yes, what type of work will you seek?
Do you have a scholarship or tuition waiver? If so, please indicate the name and value of such.
Approximately what percentage of your educational expenses will you personally be responsible for?
Your signature on this application is confirmation from you that the information you have provided is correct and true. By affixing your signature, you acknowledge and approve that your likeness and information may be used in a press release and other promotional material if you are chosen as a scholarship recipient. A completed application consists of the following:- This application – completed and signed, and- Two Character Recommendations.
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Renewable Scholarship

The Foundation is again making available a renewable scholarship for last year’s 2024 scholarship recipients. This renewable scholarship is known as the Kevin Yohnka Memorial scholarship and will be in the same denomination matching the recipient’s first year scholarship amount. To be considered for this renewable scholarship, the applicant must submit an essay no longer than one page to the Foundation by March 1, 2025. The essay should detail experiences of their first semester or their cumulative time at their post-secondary school. Based on the essays, the Foundation will choose recipients for this Kevin Yohnka Memorial renewable scholarship. As with the high school senior scholarships, the funds will not be disbursed until the student has completed his or her next grading period at the post-secondary school with a cumulative “C” grade point average or better. During that grading period, the recipient also must be a full-time student at his or her educational institution and enrolled in an agricultural field of study. The scholarship funds will then be disbursed to the scholarship recipient to be applied to post-secondary education expenses. Recipients are to submit official grade transcripts by March 1, 2026 or the scholarship will be forfeited.
Name

First NameLast Name
Date of Birth

MonthDayYear
Date
Address

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Phone Number
Please enter a valid phone number.
Email
example@example.com
Kankakee County Farm Bureau Membership Number (will receive more points if a member)
In one page essay describe your academic journey over the past semester, highlighting key achievements, challenges, and any significant growth in your studies. Additionally, share your involvement in clubs and organizations, discussing the skills and lessons you've gained through these experiences. Finally, reflect on how you plan to apply what you've learned—both academically and through extracurricular activities—in shaping your future goals and career aspirations.

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Thank you!

Thank you for applying for the Kankakee County Farm Bureau Scholarship! We appreciate your interest and the time you dedicated to submitting your application. Once the application deadline has passed, our Manager will review all submissions, and you can expect to hear from us shortly after.

Thank you!

Thank you for applying for the Kankakee County Farm Bureau Scholarship. We appreciate the time and effort you put into your application and commend your commitment to furthering your education. Unfortunately, as the scholarship is designated for students pursuing a degree in agriculture, we regret to inform you that you do not meet the eligibility criteria at this time. We encourage you to continue striving toward your academic and career goals, and we wish you the best of luck in your future endeavors.
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Kankakee County Farm Bureau Foundation Scholarship

2025 Scholarship Application for High School Seniors

Educational Information

Activities

Interests

Academic Plans

Financial Information

Official High School Transcript

Once you have completed the application above, please hit submit! Reminder: please complete one Teacher Recommendation and one Character Recommendation!

Continuing Education Scholarship

General Information

Academic Information

Activities

Interest

Academic Plans

Financial Analysis Report

Once you have completed the application above, please hit submit! Reminder: please complete two Character Recommendation!

Renewable Scholarship

Once you have completed the application and uploaded your essay above, please hit submit!

Thank you!

Thank you!