Edgar County Farm Bureau Foundation Scholarships

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

I would like to apply to the following scholarships*

$2000 'MM' (Farmer, or dependent of a farmer) HS Senior graduate scholarship$1000 Scholarship, Preference given to MM's but all are eligible (High School & College)$500 'A' (non-farming member or dependent of non-farming member) (HS & College)

Name*

First NameLast Name

Date of Birth*

MonthDayYear

Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip CodeCountry

Phone Number*

Area CodePhone Number

Applicant's, Parents, Grandparents, Spouse's Farm Bureau Membership Number (Please call the Edgar County Farm Bureau if you need access to this information)*

Father's/Guardian's Name*

First NameLast Name

Mother's/Guardian's Name*

First NameLast Name

G.P.A*

I am...*

A graduating SeniorContinuing my education at a higher ed. instituteReturning to school to a complete a degreeOther

Attach School Transcript*

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Please provide any academic awards you have received in the last four years. (If none, please type NONE)*

Activities

List the student activities in which you participate in or have participated. Indicate offices and positions of leadership you held, as well as any honors you received based on your participation. (If none, please type NONE)*

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. (If none, please type NONE)*

Describe any employment you have had during school or during summer vacations. (If none, please type NONE)*

Interests

Briefly summarize what your intended major will be at college and why you chose this course of study. *

What hobbies or special interests do you have?*

Academic Plans

Name the college, university, or vocational school you are attending or plan to attend.*

Briefly state your intended major field of study in higher education.*

What are your goals in this field of study?*

Why do you feel you should be awarded the Edgar County Farm Bureau® scholarship?*

Financial Analysis

Since financial need is one factor in selecting the recipient of the Edgar County Farm Bureau® 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 Scholarship Review Committee.

Will you work during the school year to support your education?*

YesNo

If so, how many hours per week?*

5-910-1920-2930-39

Do you have a scholarship or tuition waiver? If so, please indicate the name and value of such. (If none, please type NONE)*

Marital Status*

SingleMarried

What percentage of college expenses are paid by parents or family?*

Do you have siblings? If so how many? Are they attending some type of higher education? (Format example: Jane Doe, 21, Attending Lake Land College (If none, please type NONE))*

You may attach up to three other documents such as certificates, letters of recommendations, or any material you would like for us to be aware of when considering this application.

File 1

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File 2

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File 3

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By checking the boxes below you agree that all information in this scholarship application is true to the best of your knowledge. If you are under the age of 18, please have a parent check that they agree. *

I agree that all of the information is filled as honestly and to the best of my abilityIf applicable, I, the guardian of this applicant, agree to the terms above.