Scholarships

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...

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...

Livingston County Farm Bureau Foundation — Ethel K. Hoerner Scholarship - 2026 scholarship applications become available on 12/1. Before applying - All applicants must read the applicable guidelines and choose the correct application form. - Follow the instructions and the checklist below carefully. Incomplete or late submissions will not be considered. Deadline - Completed applications must be received at the Livingston County Farm Bureau office by 4:30 PM on Thursday, February 12, 2026. - No applications submitted after that date and time will be accepted. Applicant checklist (required attachments) - Filled-out application form - Two current letters of reference attached...

Scholarships for students at Heartland Community College and Illinois State University pursuing careers in agriculture Overview These awards support McLean County students who are planning careers in agriculture. Awards are available to high school seniors, college/university students, and students in technical or trade programs. Eligibility Requirements - Graduate of a McLean County high school and current resident of McLean County. - Member of the McLean County Farm Bureau or a dependent of a member. - Enrolled full time and pursuing an agricultural degree or certificate (see category-specific requirements below). Scholarship Categories and Amounts 1. High School Seniors — $500–$2,000 -...

Purpose This scholarship supports college students who are pursuing majors in agriculture, agribusiness, or other agriculture-related fields. Who is eligible - Applicant must be a member of the Winnebago-Boone Farm Bureau, the spouse of a member, or a dependent of a member, with membership maintained for at least one full year. - Must reside in Boone County or Winnebago County, Illinois. - Must have graduated from high school. - Must be accepted to, or currently enrolled in, an accredited college, university, or community college. - Must demonstrate the potential to successfully complete their chosen course of study. Application deadline All...

Introduction The Iowa Farm Bureau Federation (IFBF), together with many of its 100 county Farm Bureaus, offers scholarship opportunities for students planning to attend college. You only need to complete a single application to be considered for state-level awards as well as any local county scholarships for which you qualify. IFBF State Scholarships — Up to $10,000 per recipient IFBF will select 27 graduating high school seniors from Iowa — three recipients from each of IFBF’s nine districts — to receive a $2,500 scholarship that is renewable for up to four years (maximum of $10,000 per student). These state scholarships...

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:...

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...