The Edgar County Farm Bureau® Foundation is offering 3 scholarships. One valued at $2000, one valued at $1000, and one valued at $500.
The $2000 scholarship is offered to a college bound Edgar County Farm Bureau® “MM” or “Voting” member, or a dependent of an “MM” or “Voting” member.
All applicants for the $2000 scholarship must meet these eligibility guidelines:
- Be a high school senior who is college bound
- Exhibit potential for successful completion of course study
- Be an Edgar County Farm Bureau® “MM” or “Voting” member or dependent of such Voting Member
All applicants for the $1000 must meet these eligibility guidelines:
- Be an Edgar County Farm Bureau ® member, spouse or dependent of such member*
- Scholarship is open to high school AND current college students
- Preference will be given to MM members but all members are eligible
All applicants for the $500 scholarship must meet these eligibility guidelines:
- Exhibit potential for successful completion of course study
- Scholarship is open to high school and current college students
- Be an Edgar County Farm Bureau ® “A” or “Associate” member, spouse or dependent of such Associate Member.
The criteria for awarding the scholarships are as follows:
- Scholarship
- Academic performance and honors
- Rank in Class
- Financial Need
- Evidence of self-help. How is the student contributing financially to his/her education?
- Character and personality (Demonstrated leadership, motivation, etc.).
Scholarships Due:
DEADLINE IS April 5th, 2024
Please be aware of the eligibility requirements as you check mark which scholarships you wish to apply to below. If you have any questions please contact the Edgar County Farm Bureau at 217-465-8511 or manager@edgarcfb.org