MHS Scholarship Connect

Please check this page regularly for updates on available scholarships. Be sure to monitor deadlines closely. Occasionally, the deadline to submit your application to me may be earlier than the deadline listed on the scholarship application. This allows me to process and send the applications to the committee on time. Applications submitted after the deadline will not be accepted.

Deadline: Postmarked by April 28, 2025 or Emailed by April 28, 2025

Email to: ccooper@moruralwater.org

Mail to: Missouri Rural Water Association, 901 Richardson Drive, Ashland, Missouri 65010

The Missouri Rural Water Association Scholarship Committee will award six (6) college scholarships for the 2025-2026 school term. Three scholarships will be awarded to enrolled college students and three to graduating high school seniors.

The scholarships will be awarded to children, stepchildren or dependents of a full-time employee of either an Active Member System or of MRWA.

The three scholarships awarded to enrolled college students are designated the James Farley Scholarship in honor of James Farley, a longtime attorney in the water industry. Mr. Farley was instrumental in drafting many of the laws which govern rural water districts in the State of Missouri and was legal counsel for many water districts which were formed in Northwest Missouri. He was a longtime supporter of MRWA, dating back to the beginning of the Association, and served as legal counsel for MRWA from 2000 until he retired from practicing law in 2014.

Application Link: https://mcusercontent.com/97559b9d64469a4de4cd3808e/files/20b4bcc2-a9f4-b175-3f72-eb9f37fa563d/2025_Scholarship_Interactive.pdf

Deadline: Applications must be received by Brookfield Fabricating Corporation by 3 PM on May 1, 2025 (No Exceptions)

Eligibility

Any graduating senior of Brookfield High School or a graduating senior from an area High School is eligible.
Preference will be given to applicants that is a family member of a
Brookfield Fabricating Employee.
Preference may be given to an applicant pursuing a career
in Engineering, Computer Drafting, Industrial Technologies, Manufacturing, or Business
Administration.

Applications may be dropped off at Brookfield Fabricating Corporation, mailed to the 111 Stanbury Industrial Dr, Brookfield, MO 64628 office, or emailed to jweydert@brookfab.com.

IMPORTANT: Student's signature is REQUIRED on the application. Applications will not be processed if the signature is missing.

Application Link: https://5il.co/3dnvt

Deadline: On or before 5 PM on April 17, 2025

Criteria:
1. Student must be an active member of an FFA chapter in Linn County OR Parents must be a current member of the Linn County Farm Bureau and must be a member before September 01.

2. Applicant must be a high school senior and must attend an accredited college, (2 or 4 year) Vo-Tech institute or trade school in the fall for a minimum of one semester.

3. Upon recipients' presentation of a class schedule for the Fall semester to the Linn County Farm Bureau office, the recipient will then be presented with a check for the scholarship amount of $1,000.00

4. Linn County Farm Bureau would request that all scholarship applicants if possible help to pay it forward for next years applicants by helping with our scholarship fundraiser at the Linn County Extreme Bull Riding event on May 24th 2025. For each applicant that helps we will pay $100, with the exception of the scholarship winners.

Please RSVP to raechel.ostermann@mofb.com so we can plan accordingly as to how much help we will have. We will send details out at a later date.

Application Link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScTKNpdNjC2hT4wG30iMjsFzsyjZsJpdxsg6t6OXN1SZQ0Qxw/viewform?vc=0&c=0&w=1&flr=0

Deadline: Submit via email to CharitonCo@missouri.edu (recommend given the timeframe) or in-person to the Chariton County Extension Office in Keytesville by Tuesday, April 1, 2025. Late or incomplete applications will not be considered.

Chariton County MU Extension Council is proud to offer this scholarship for area youth. To qualify, youth must be pursuing education through an institution beginning in 2025 and live in Chariton County or graduate from a high school in Chariton County. The number of available scholarships and amounts of each award will be based on the Chariton County MU Extension endowment for the previous year.

For questions or further information, please contact the Chariton Extension Office at 660-288-3239.

Application Link: https://5il.co/3bi43

Scholarship Value: $1,000

Deadline: The application, transcript, and letter of recommendation, are due in the Macon Electric Cooperative office on or before Friday, March 28, 2025 at 4:30 p.m. Applications can be mailed to: Macon Electric Foundation P.O. Box 157 Macon, MO 63552. You may also email them directly to lhowell@maconelectric.com (note: this might be a better choice given the timeline).

Eligibility:

Recipients must permanently reside in the Macon Electric Cooperative service area.
Recipients’ parent/guardian must be signed up for Operation Round Up on at least one Macon Electric or PWSD of Macon County account.
Recipients must plan to attend an accredited college, university, or other postsecondary institution (trade or technical) within the United States
Recipients must demonstrate evidence of financial need.
The application must be typed and completed in full. Applications that are not completed in full will not be considered.

Link: https://www.maconelectric.com/sites/default/files/2025%20Foundation%20Scholarship%20Application%20(Fillable)_0.pdf

Scholarship Value: $500
Deadline: Applications must be submitted via email to fmiclinn@grm.net by 5:00 p.m. April 18, 2025.

Note: Students may opt to mail the applications themselves; however, there is an earlier deadline for postmark - March 31. As such, it is a benefit to the student to email the application.

This scholarship is for any high school senior advancing to college, regardless what field of study they are pursuing. Seniors or their families are not required to be policyholder to apply.

The amount of the scholarship is $500, to be awarded in two installments, $250 for the fall semester and $250 for the spring semester.

Application Link: https://5il.co/3aeb9

Scholarship Value: $500 (up to two awards)
Deadline: Applications must be submitted to Mrs. Rollison by the end of the day on April 11.

The Marceline Ministerial Alliance awards a scholarship to a college, university, or technical school annually in the amount of $500 to a graduating high-school senior. The scholarship is non-renewable. Preference is given to graduates of Marceline High School and members of Marceline Ministerial Alliance congregations. Additional preference is given to students sensing a call from God to a church vocation. This application must be returned to your school counselor or any Marceline Ministerial Alliance pastor no later than Friday, April 11. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact your school counselor or any Marceline Ministerial Alliance pastor. Our prayers and best wishes are with you during this exciting time in your life.

Application Link: https://5il.co/3a9xo

Scholarship Value: $500
Deadline: Applications must be submitted to Mrs. Rollison by the end of the day on April 15.

Purpose:
Prenger Foods, in business since 1960, has employed area high school students at each of its locations beginning with the first grocery store in Centralia. In honor of the dedication necessary to manage school and work, and in recognition of the strong work ethic set out by the company’s founders, Mr. and Mrs. Richard C. Prenger, the Prenger Family Scholarship recognizes graduates with scholarships in the amount of $500.

Specifications:
This non-renewable scholarship in the amount of $500 will be awarded annually to applicants demonstrating strong work ethics and the potential to enter a vocational or academic program of study.

Application Link: https://5il.co/39e6g

Scholarship Value: $1000
Deadline: Applications must be received via email by April 1st.

Criteria

Must reside in one of the following 19 counties: Andrew, Atchison, Buchanan, Caldwell, Carroll, Clay, Clinton, Daviess, DeKalb, Gentry, Grundy, Harrison, Holt, Linn, Livingston, Mercer, Nodaway, Sullivan, and Worth
Applicant must be a 2025 graduate of a high school located in one of the 19 counties
Applicant must be admitted to a vocational school, community college, 4-year college, or university and enrolled in at least 6 credit hours
Applications must be received by April 1st via email to: leadershipnorthwestmissouri@gmail.com
Award recipients agree to have their name and picture shared publicly

Application Link: https://5il.co/394dv

Scholarship Value: $250
Deadline: Applications and supporting documents must be mailed or delivered to: Scholarship Committee, 11816 Refuge Rd, Sumner, Missouri 64681, by March 19.

Eligibility

Students must be graduating seniors with a 2.5-4.0 scale or equivalent GPA.
Students must be pursuing a degree at a an accredited institution of higher education (2 or 4 year, or trade school).
Students must be purusing a degree related to Conservation, Ecology, Environmental studies, Agriculture, or Natural Habitat.
Students must submit answers to a few questions relating to their future plans.
STUDENTS MUST MAIL A COMPLETED APPLICATION, POSTMARKED NOT LATER THAN MARCH 19, TO SCHOLARSHIP COMMITTEE, 11816 REFUGE RD, SUMNER, MO 646841.
Students must provide information for (2) references for consideration.
Students must be involved in school activities.
Students must demonstarate community leadership and / or involvement.
Students must demonstrate ability as a leader among his or her peers.
Alternates will be designated for each scholarship.

Application Link: https://5il.co/38ehv

Scholarship Value: TBD
Deadline: Deadline to submit to Mrs. Rollison is Wednesday, April 03 (Note: To allow time for mailing, this is an earlier deadline that listed on the application.) Deadline to email jmoore918@sbcglobal.net is April 11, 2025.

Award selection is made first on the basis of those choosing music as a major/minor, however if no applicants indicate music as a major/minor, we may choose a candidate who will be majoring in another subject and participating in music as an elective or a student indicating a critical need for assistance without or without music.

Application Link: https://5il.co/38do5

Scholarship Value: TBD
Deadline: Applications must be returned to Mrs. Rollison by March 31, 2025 or emailed to Alisha Ehrich (alishaehrich88@hotmail.com) by March 31, 2025.

This scholarship is sponsored by P.E.O. Chapter R, Laclede. P.E.O. is a philanthropic and charitable organization where women celebrate the advancement of women; educate women through scholarships, grants, awards, loans, and stewardship of Cottey College in Nevada, Missouri; and motivate each other to achieve their highest aspirations. We make this particular scholarship available to young women and men who, following graduation, wish to continue their education and are truly in need of financial support to do so.

Application Link: https://5il.co/38dmr

Scholarship Value: $3000
Deadline: March 31, 2025

The Michael P. Voiles Scholarship for Insurance and Agriculture has been established to honor Michael Voiles’ outstanding legacy and service at Missouri Farm Bureau. All applicants or their parents or guardians must hold an active Missouri Farm Bureau membership, must be a high school senior enrolling in a 4-year college or university with a declared major in an insurance or agricultural field OR a current undergraduate student at a 4-year college or university majoring in an insurance or agricultural field, and enrolled in the fall semester of the year in which the scholarship was awarded.

Eligibility Requirements

Applicants must be:

Missouri residents and they, their parent(s), their grandparent(s) or guardians must hold a current Farm Bureau membership in Missouri.
A high school senior enrolling in a 4-year college or university with a declared major in an insurance or agricultural field OR a current undergraduate student at a 4-year college or university majoring in an insurance or agricultural field.
Enrolled in the fall semester of the year in which the scholarship was awarded.

All applications must contain the completed form along with the following support documents:

Letter of recommendation from a teacher, counselor, professor, community leader, or school administrator
Resume
If applicant is a rising high school senior, include a copy of high school transcript and notification of acceptance into the degree program of a 4-year college or university.
If applicant is a college student, include a copy of collegiate transcript.

The 2025 application period closes on March 31.

Apply Online at https://mofb.org/scholarships-and-grants/voiles/

See additional ag-related scholarship opportunities at https://mofb.org/scholarships-and-grants/.

Scholarship Value: $200
Deadline: The completed application must be submitted to Mrs. Rollison by the end of the day on March 18, 2025 to allow time for processing.

The Countryside Federated Garden Club is proud to support our future generation of those who are pursuing a career in a horticulture-related field, such as Agronomy, Botany, Floriculture, Forestry, Horticulture, Plant Pathology/Science, Physiology, or Soil/Water Conservation. As such, they are offering a scholarship to a local graduate who has a commitment and passion to protect and conserve the natural resources of our planet earth.

Criteria

Accepted into a community college, four-year university of trade school for the fall of 2025, with a degree or specialized study in any botany or horticulture-related field.
Letter of recommendation from high school or trade school teacher
Completed scholarship application

Application Link: https://5il.co/36vl0

Scholarship Value: TBD
Deadline: Applications must be submitted to Mrs. Rollison by the end of the school day on March 24 to allow time for processing OR returned to the Linn County Cattlemen’s Association and be postmarked by March 31, 2025 to be considered. Mail application to: Jennifer Allen 24292 Hill Road, Linneus, MO 64653 or scottjenallen@gmail.com

Guidelines:

All applicants must reside in Linn County, Missouri, or be a current member of a Linn County 4-H Club, Linn County FFA Chapter, or a member of the Missouri Cattlemen’s Association and be affiliated with Linn County Cattlemen and/or have a parent who is a current member of the Missouri Cattlemen’s Association.
Applicant must submit three letters of recommendation. One of the letters must be from a current Missouri Cattlemen’s Association member. Letters must be included with the application.
Applicant must be a full-time student and maintain a 2.5 grade point average.
Must be a high school senior enrolled in a college or technical school, or a current college or technical student enrolled for the coming year who has not already received the scholarship for the current college or technical school year.
A high school transcript or previous semester college transcript of the calendar year must be attached to the application.
Application must be typed and must include the applicant’s address and phone number. Applications must be signed by the applicant to be considered complete.
Applications will be judged by a committee, and the winner(s) will be announced at their respective school’s Senior Night.
Applicant must demonstrate leadership potential through extracurricular activities and work experiences.
Depending on the availability of funds, multiple scholarships may be awarded.
Scholarships will be payable during the calendar year 2025. To redeem the scholarship, recipients must provide Linn County Cattlemen with proof of college enrollment. Funds for scholarships will be sent directly to the recipients.
Note that this is a local scholarship from the Linn County Cattlemen’s Association, and this application does not qualify the student for the Missouri Cattlemen’s Foundation scholarship.
Applications must be returned to the Linn County Cattlemen’s Association and be postmarked by March 31, 2025, to be considered. Mail application to:

Jennifer Allen
24292 Hill Road
Linneus, MO 64653
Email: scottjenallen@gmail.com

Application Link: https://acrobat.adobe.com/id/urn:aaid:sc:va6c2:d76e1c06-a675-4289-9386-896dd9a2fd4e?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR3ER17vMhIJPVg_ZNwPfNeCc698U-tVb2Ir45JpQpt3HWgp4Ie2jIyopUE_aem_cvwbElyOLbFXYDUNkolzKQ&viewer%21megaVerb=group-discover

Scholarship Value: $5000 per year, for up to 4 years, payable during your final college year at an Accredited University
Deadline: Applications must be submitted to Mrs. Rollison by the end of the school day on April 07, 2025.

Requirement to Qualify:

Attend an Accredited University, working torward a Bachelor’s Degree in the fields of Engineering, Math, Science or Secondary Math and Science Education including, but not limited to the following fields:

Engineering
Mathematics
Secondary Math or Science Education (9-12)
Chemistry
Physics
Biology
Earth Sciences
Preparatory Studies for advanced health degrees (Pre-Med, Pre Physical Therapy, etc.)

If you are unsure if your anticipated major fits these qualifications, please check with Mrs. Rollison before submitting your application.

Application Link: https://5il.co/36mxo

Scholarship Value: Two $1000 scholarships and two $500 scholarships will be awarded to four Linn County Missouri graduating students selected by the Creative Pathways Board of Directors.
Deadline: Applications must be submitted to Mrs. Rollison by the end of the school day on April 09, 2025, to allow time for processing OR personally mailed or hand-delivered to the Creative Pathways office located at 111 E. Boston St., Brookfield Mo 64628 by 4 pm on April 18, 2025.

Criteria

The deadline for the scholarship application is 4 p.m. on April 18, 2025.
Refer to the application criteria below for a list of the supporting documents needed.
Submissions can be mailed or hand-delivered to the Creative Pathways office located at 111 E. Boston St., Brookfield, MO 64628.
The selections will be announced at the school’s senior awards ceremony if possible, along with Creative Pathways' social media outlets.
Applicant must be graduating from a high school in Linn County, Missouri.
Applicant must be pursuing higher education. This includes colleges and trade schools.
If you have any questions about the application, please email Josh Billingsley at jbillingsley@creativepathways.org.

Application Link: https://5il.co/36mvo

Scholarship Value: TBD
Deadline: April 15, 2025 (submit via email to Tracy.Buswell@doc.mo.gov)

Scholarship for graduating seniors who are attending high school at any of the Linn County high schools who are pursuing a college education or technical school certification. Students pursuing a law enforcement related course of study will be given preference however; those pursing alternative degrees are still eligible.

Criteria

Applications must be filled out completely and legibly. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Must be planning to attend a 2-year or 4-year qualifying college or technical school study program after high school.
Must meet a minimum 2.5 GPA.
Please submit applications via email to Tracy.Buswell@doc.mo.gov in Word Document or PDF form by April 15, 2025. At this time, I do not have access to a Google Account to open applications sent in that format.
Scholarships will be paid to the recipients after the completion of the first semester of classwork. A grade sheet must be provided to the organization’s Secretary/Treasurer for payment before January 31, 2026.
Recommendation letter from anyone who is not immediate family.
Award value to be determined.

Application Link: https://5il.co/36mtr

Scholarship Value: $400
Deadline: March 28, 2025 (Postmarked before this date)

Requirements

This scholarship is for anyone desiring to become a public school teacher.
Attach a typed itemized list of high school activities and any volunteer
activities in the community that you have participated in.
Attach a typed essay explaining your desire to become a teacher.
Attach a typed statement explaining your future plans.

Criteria

Applicant’s career
plans in the education field,
Clarity, neatness, completeness of the application
Postmarked by the deadline.

Mail completed applications to:

Stefanie Duncan, LCRT/PSP Vice President
324 E Farragut
Brookfield, Missouri 64628

Application Link: https://5il.co/368kv

Note: If you are selected as the scholarship recipient, you will be required to submit proof of your continuing education to: Teresa Doss LCRT/PSP Treasurer, 26709 Highway 11, Brookfield, MO 64628.

Scholarship Value: $1000
Deadline: Submit applications to Mrs. Rollison by the end of the school day on March 12, 2025.

Purpose: This fund was established to provide scholarships to a Marceline, Missouri, High School graduating senior intending to further their education at a 2-year community or technical college, or university of their choice.

Criteria: The students eligible for assistance must be pursuing a career in an auto-related, business, or vocational education at a 2-year community or technical college, or university of their choice.

Preference:

Have a financial need
Graduating in good standing
May or may not have the benefit of Missouri’s A+ program
Have a strong work ethic
Have a minimum 2.5 GPA
Be accepted to a vocational, trade school, community college, or university

Application Link: https://5il.co/36888

Scholarship Value: $1000
Deadline: March 12, 2025

The Women Legislators of Missouri Caucus is excited to be offering 16, $1000 college scholarships to young women across the state of Missouri that are hoping to continue their academic career by attending college. Interested students can apply at http://bit.ly/molegwomen.

Requirements

Female, Missouri resident, US Citizen
2025 graduating senior
500-word essay
Submit a short bio
Excellence in leadership, academics, and community service

Contact

Representative Sherri Gallick 573-751-1344
SHERRI.GALLICK@HOUSE.MO.GOV
Representative Pattie Mansure 573-751-2437
PATTIE.MANSURE@HOUSE.MOV.GOV

Scholarship Value: TBD
Scholarship Deadline: March 26, 2025

To be considered for the John L. Warack Scholarship, the student must meet the following criteria:

Student must be a registered Catholic in the Diocese of Jefferson City
Student must submit a completed application by midnight on March 28
Student must demonstrate a financial need by submitting a copy of their Student Aid Report (SAI)
Student must submit two letters of recommendation from:
- School official (teacher, counselor, principal, coach, etc.)
- Previous or Current pastor
Student must attend the University of Missouri-Columbia and be active at the St. Thomas More Newman Center

Apply online at https://diojeffcity.org/warack-scholarship-application/

Scholarship Value: TBD
Scholarship Deadline: March 26, 2025

To be considered for the William H. (Bill) Scholarship, the student must meet the following criteria:

Student must be a registered Catholic in the Diocese of Jefferson City
Student must submit a completed application by midnight on March 26, 2025.
Student must demonstrate a financial need by submitting a copy of their Student Aid Report (SAI)
Student must submit two letters of recommendation from:
- School official (teacher, counselor, principal, coach, etc.)
- Previous or Current pastor

Apply online at https://diojeffcity.org/simon-scholarship-application/

Scholarship Value: The total value of the MWGEA award, combined with other financial aid, cannot exceed the value of a full grant-in-aid.
Scholarship Deadline: Second Saturday in March

Established in 1997 by the Missouri Women’s Golf Association (which merged with the Missouri Golf Association in 2017), the Missouri Women’s Golf Education Association, Inc. (MWGEA) is a Missouri not-for-profit organization.

Mission: To grant scholarships to graduating high school women in Missouri, awarded once per recipient.

The MWGEA relies on the participation and contributions of MGA club and individual members to support its fundraising efforts. Scholarships are awarded based on high school performance, community service, and other accomplishments.

One scholarship is named in honor of Mary Jane Landreth, recognizing her generous contributions to the MWGEA.
The Susan E. Shepherd Memorial Scholarship, funded by the Shepherd Foundation of St. Louis, is also awarded annually in partnership with MWGEA.

The Missouri Women’s Golf Education Association, Inc. grants scholarships to high school students on one occasion per high school graduate. These are given in recognition of her overall academic record, community service activities, leadership and golf experience. If you are already receiving a full collegiate scholarship, you are not eligible. The value of the award alone or in combination with other aid shall not exceed the value of a full grant-in-aid. Disbursement of the scholarship will be made directly to the college or university for the recipient’s educational expenses when she attends that institution. The choice of institution shall not be restricted by this Association.

Scholarship Criteria

Applicant must be a female residing in the state of Missouri.
Applicant must be a United States Citizen.
Must not be receiving a full collegiate scholarship. The total value of the MWGEA award, combined with other financial aid, cannot exceed the value of a full grant-in-aid.
Scholarships are disbursed directly to the recipient’s college or university to cover educational expenses.
MWGEA does not restrict the recipient’s choice of institution.

Application Criteria

Complete Missouri Women’s Golf Education Scholarship Application form.
Include a copy of your Official High School Transcript, including the fall semester.
Please provide two (2) letters of recommendation, choosing one (1) each from the following categories:
- High School Golf Coach, Outside Junior Program director or Golf Instructor
- High school teacher, counselor or principal
Submit a statement of involvement in golf; MGA, MSHSAA and other organizations.
Submit a statement of involvement in community and school activities. Include any local, state or national honors/awards.
Submit a statement indicating your future field of study and educational path to success in that area.
Submit a statement of your future goals pertaining to golf: College, Professional, Coach, Amateur, etc.
Written by the applicant, submit a ½ page essay (typed and double spaced) based on the criteria: What qualities make me an excellent candidate for this scholarship?
Submit a short statement of financial need in paying for your continuing education.

Deadline

The complete application and all supporting documents must be typed and postmarked by the second Saturday in March. Please send all application documents (including letters of recommendation) in the same envelope to:

Missouri Women’s Golf Education Association
P.O Box 104164
Jefferson City, MO 65110

Pictures or news articles will not be accepted. An incomplete application, including missing documentation, will not be evaluated.

Application Link: https://www.mogolf.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/Application-MWGEA-Scholarship-Application-editable-form-fields.pdf

If you have questions or need assistance, please call 573.636.8994 or email us at mogolf@mogolf.org.

Scholarship Value: $2000
Scholarship Deadline: Wednesday, February 12, 2025 at 11:59 pm Eastern Standard Time

Who Can Apply?
The Scholarships for Military Children program is open to unmarried military dependent children under the age 23 who possess a valid Uniformed Services Identification (USID) card. In addition, a student's parent(s)/sponsor(s) must be one of the following:

Active duty
Reserve/guard
Deceased
Retired from the Army, Marine Corps, Navy, Air Force, Coast Guard, or Space Force

Other eligibility requirements:

Must be enrolled or planning to enroll in a full-time undergraduate program leading to a bachelor’s degree or a community/junior college designed to allow for a direct transfer into a four-year program.
High school applicants must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 (on a 4.0 basis).
College applicants must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5. College freshmen must submit a first-semester college transcript.
Applicants or sponsors do not need to live at an installation with a commissary – simply select the commissary where you shop or the one nearest to you.

How Do I Apply?
The Scholarships for Military Children Program expects that the student completes the application themselves and they must attest to this when submitting the application.

Steps to apply:

Create an account that you can later come back to.
Complete all tabs of the form – a green checkmark indicates completion.
Write a short 500-word essay – the essay topic will be announced when the scholarship opens.
Submit transcripts:
- High school applicants – transcript indicating a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above on a 4.0 scale (unweighted)
- College applicants – transcript indicating a cumulative minimum GPA of 2.5 or above on a 4.0 scale (unweighted)
You must validate your eligibility as a military dependent by entering the benefits number found on the reverse of the Uniformed Services Identification (USID) card. If you qualify for an ID card but do not have one, immediately schedule a visit to a military personnel office with the proper documentation.

Apply online at: https://studentscholarships.org/scholarship/12345/scholarships-for-military-children

Scholarship Value: $500 (paid at the beginning of second semester)
Scholarship Deadline: March 31, 2025

Requirements:

Criteria
- The applicant will graduate
  this spring and plans to continue his/her education in a technical school, accredited college or
  university (no later than the following September) domiciled within the STATE OF MISSOURI.
Application
- Parts I, II, and III are to be completed by the applicant's principal or counselor.
- Parts IV, V, and VI are to be completed by the applicant.
- All pages must be returned to the Chariton County Mutual Insurance company.
- All questions must be answered.

Chariton County Mutual Insurance Company
404 Main St. Mendon, MO 64660
660-272-3322 or 877-686-3322

Application Link: https://5il.co/359u3

Scholarship Value: $1000
Scholarship Deadline: March 01, 2025

Purpose: This fund was established in memory of Joan Allison Perry by her family to provide academic scholarships to graduating seniors of Marceline High School, MO. Joan taught business at Marceline High School from 1980 to 1992. She was a favorite teacher, mentor, and friend to many of her students and continued tutoring young people long after her retirement.

She was an accomplished woman in her personal life as well—valuing faith, kindness, civility, loyalty, and fair and equal treatment of all. She was a direct and honest person; rather than argue when in disagreement with someone, she would merely say, “You know, we don’t agree on that,” and leave it there. She was an advocate for those in need and was actively involved in civic and social organizations in Marceline. She loved having fun with friends and family and enjoyed a good joke, dancing, and card playing.

Criteria: To be eligible for the scholarship, you must meet the following:

Students must be graduating seniors intending to pursue a degree in business or education through a two- or four-year college/university or technical school.
Consideration will be given to financial need, school and community involvement, and character traits.
Students must submit an essay (500-word maximum) describing how this award will allow them to achieve their higher education goals and what their personal values are, and how they align with those demonstrated by Joan Allison Perry.

Guidelines: Scholarships will be awarded on an annual basis and disbursed in August.

Apply online through Scholar-Link: https://www.cfnwmo.org/

The Community Foundation of Northwest Missouri, Inc.
1006 W St Maartens Dr, Suite B, St. Joseph, MO 64506
816-232-2022

Scholarship Value: Minimum of $1500 one-time award
Scholarship Deadline: March 01, 2025

Purpose: This fund was established to provide academic scholarships to young men and women attending accredited colleges, universities, or graduate schools operated or formed under the auspices of or closely related to some established church.

Criteria: To be eligible for the scholarship, you must meet the following:

Preference is given to residents of St. Joseph, MO. Once exhausted, consideration may move to residents of other communities.
Students must continue attending classes and maintain a 2.5 grade point average (or equivalent).
US Bank employees, their children, and immediate family members of the current advisory committee are not eligible to apply.
Submit a scholarship application on a form provided by the Foundation.

Guidelines: Scholarships will be awarded on an annual basis and disbursed in August.

Apply online through Scholar-Link: https://www.cfnwmo.org/

The Community Foundation of Northwest Missouri, Inc.
1006 W St Maartens Dr, Suite B, St. Joseph, MO 64506
816-232-2022

Scholarship Value: Minimum of $1500 one-time award
Scholarship Deadline: March 01, 2025

Purpose: This fund was established to provide academic scholarships to men and women pursuing higher education at the St. Joseph Junior College (now Missouri Western State University) or other institutions of higher learning.

Criteria: To be eligible for the scholarship, you must meet the following:

Students must be preparing for a career as a physician, surgeon, or in other medical fields. Preference is given to students attending the St. Joseph Junior College (Missouri Western State University).
US Bank employees, their children, and immediate family members of the current advisory committee are not eligible to apply.
Students must continue attending classes and maintain a 2.5 grade point average (or equivalent).

Guidelines: Scholarships will be awarded on an annual basis and disbursed in August.

Apply online through Scholar-Link: https://www.cfnwmo.org/

The Community Foundation of Northwest Missouri, Inc.
1006 W St Maartens Dr, Suite B, St. Joseph, MO 64506
816-232-2022

Scholarship Value: As many scholarships as earnings allow annually to be paid in two equal installments for up to four years. The second installment will be released upon proof of enrollment and good academic progress (transcript required as proof).
Scholarship Deadline: March 01, 2025

Purpose: This fund was established in honor of FDH by his family to provide academic scholarships to individuals pursuing degrees in Agriculture, Business, Education, Health Care, or Vo-Tech training.

Criteria: To be eligible for the scholarship, you must meet the following:

Applicants must be pursuing a degree in Agriculture, Business, Education, Health Care, or Vo-Tech training through a two- or four-year college and/or technical school.
High School applicants must have a GPA of 3.00 - 3.75.
College applicants must have a GPA of 2.75.
Consideration will be given to financial need. Finalists will be asked to provide a copy of their financial aid award letter.
Student must not be on a terrorist list.

Guidelines: Scholarships will be awarded on an annual basis and disbursed in equal payments in August and January. Students must maintain a GPA of 2.75 to receive recurring payments.

Apply online through Scholar-Link: https://www.cfnwmo.org/

The Community Foundation of Northwest Missouri, Inc.
1006 W St Maartens Dr, Suite B, St. Joseph, MO 64506
816-232-2022

Scholarship Value: Minimum of $500 to be paid at the start of the fall semester.
Scholarship Deadline: March 01, 2025

Purpose:

This fund was established by the Midland Empire Safety Association to provide academic scholarships to students pursuing a degree in occupational safety and/or health, industrial hygiene, environmental safety, industrial fire prevention, risk management and occupational medicine.

Criteria: In order to be eligible for the scholarship, you must meet the following:

The students eligible for assistance shall be a U.S. citizen and be a graduating senior in high school.
Student may be from any high school in northwest Missouri.
Student must have a minimum of a 2.5 or higher grade point average (or equivalent).

Guidelines:

Scholarship recipient is chosen by The Community Foundation of Northwest Missouri’s Finance/Grant Committee.
Scholarships will be awarded on a one-time basis and disbursed in August.

Apply online through Scholar-Link: https://www.cfnwmo.org/

The Community Foundation of Northwest Missouri, Inc.
1006 W St Maartens Dr, Suite B, St. Joseph, MO 64506
816-232-2022

Scholarship Value: $1000 - $5000
Scholarship Deadline: Applications are accepted year round.

Purpose:

This fund was established to provide academic scholarships to persons who wish to serve as first responders for an agency located within Livingston County, MO.

Criteria: In order to be eligible for the scholarship, you must meet the following:

The applicant must be entering the profession of fire fighter, first responder, emergency medical technician, paramedic, police officer or sheriff deputy.
The applicant must be a resident of Livingston County, MO or plan to become a resident of Livingston County, MO after completion of training.
The applicant must commit the first three years of their service after graduation to a Livingston County, MO first responder agency.
The applicant must be able to pass a drug screening test.
Police officer and sheriff deputy applicants may attend a law enforcement academy of their choice. The law enforcement academy should be acceptable and approved by the committee prior to enrollment.
Firefighter, emergency medical technician and paramedic applicants must receive their training through Grand River Technical School in Chillicothe, MO.

Guidelines:

Scholarships will be awarded on an annual basis and disbursed in equal payments in August and January.

Apply online through Scholar-Link: https://www.cfnwmo.org/

The Community Foundation of Northwest Missouri, Inc.
1006 W St Maartens Dr, Suite B, St. Joseph, MO 64506
816-232-2022

Scholarship Value: Scholarship 1 - $2,000 payable in year 1, $3,000 in year 2, $4,000 in year 3 and $6,000 in year 4 for up to four years payable in fall and spring. Scholarship 2 - $2,000 payable in year 1 and $3,000 payable in year 2 if attending a 2-year program. Certificate programs through a vocational/technical school lasting less than 1 year will receive $2,000. Recurring payments will be released upon proof of good academic progress and proof of enrollment. Extra one-time recipients have the option to reapply by submitting their transcript and enrollment verification to the Community Foundation.

Scholarship Deadline: March 01, 2025

Criteria for Scholarship 1

The students eligible shall be graduating seniors of a high school within the 18-county region of The Community Foundation intending to pursue a degree in education (elementary or secondary) through a two or four-year college and/or university. Student must be in the top 50% of their class but not in the top 10%, have a minimum GPA of 2.5 and an ACT score of 19 or higher. Consideration will be given to financial need (determined by parent’s gross income and number of children in the home) and high school attendance record for Junior and Senior years.

Criteria for Scholarship 2

The students eligible shall be graduating seniors of a high school within the 18-county region of The Community Foundation intending to pursue a certificate/degree through an accredited two-year college or Vocational/Technical School. Student must be in the top 50% of their class but not in the top 10% and must have a minimum GPA of 2.0. Consideration will be given to financial need (determined by parent’s gross income and number of children in the home) and high school attendance record for Junior and Senior years.

Guidelines: One recipient will be chosen for each scholarship. Scholarship 1 is awarded on an annual basis and is renewable for up to 4 years with disbursements in August and January. Scholarship 2 is awarded on an annual basis and is renewable for up to 2 years if needed. Alternates may be chosen to receive an award of $1,000 ($500 per semester) for up to 4 years on scholarship 1 and 2 years on scholarship 2. If the chosen recipient withdraws from school or does not meet requirements, the alternate will assume the remaining scholarship amount. Additional “extra” recipients may be chosen to receive a one-time award of $1,000 payable in the Fall for 1 year with an option to reapply.

Scholarship 1 renewing students must have a GPA of 2.0 or higher their freshman year and 2.5 or higher the remaining 3 years to be eligible.

Scholarship 2 renewing students must have a GPA of 2.5 or higher to be eligible.

Apply online through Scholar-Link: https://www.cfnwmo.org/

The Community Foundation of Northwest Missouri, Inc.
1006 W St Maartens Dr, Suite B, St. Joseph, MO 64506
816-232-2022

Scholarship Value: Five non-renewable awards of $1,000 annually. Scholarship Deadline: March 01, 2025

Purpose: This fund was established by the St Joseph Construction Association to provide academic scholarships to graduating seniors pursuing a degree Construction.

Criteria: To be eligible for the scholarship, you must meet the following:

The students eligible for assistance shall be graduating seniors within the 18-county region of The Community Foundation intending to pursue a degree in construction at a two- or four-year college and/or technical school. Includes construction, carpentry, plumbing, welding technology, heating ventilation air conditioning HVACR, or building trades.
Students must have a minimum GPA of 2.5.
Consideration will be given to financial need and the student's
participation in school and community activities.
Preference is given to students attending Missouri Western State
University, North Central Missouri College, or Tarkio Technical Institute.

Guidelines: Scholarships will be awarded on an annual basis and disbursed in August.

Apply online through Scholar-Link: https://www.cfnwmo.org/

The Community Foundation of Northwest Missouri, Inc.
1006 W St Maartens Dr, Suite B, St. Joseph, MO 64506
816-232-2022

Scholarship Value: $250
Scholarship Deadline: Applications must be submitted to Mrs. Rollison by the end of the day on April 01, 2025.

Requirements of Applicants:

Graduating senior of Marceline High School
Furthering his/her education by attending a college, university, or technical school.
Return the completed application to the High School Counselor by April 1st.

Selection based on:

Applicant’s character
Applicant’s Financial Needs
Applicant’s Occupational Objectives
Applicant’s Community Involvement
Applicant’s Scholastic Record

Selected by:

Committee comprised of representatives from Mothers’ Study Club

Scholarship Award to Recipient:

It shall not be renewable
The total amount of the scholarship is $250.00. Paid in two payments: $125 for the first semester and $125 for the second semester, if applicable.
Paid after proof of enrollment at the college, university, technical or trade school is shown to the Mothers’ Study Club each semester.
Announced at the Senior Awards Program by a representative from the Mothers’ Study Club

Application Link: https://5il.co/35558

Scholarship Value: $500 to $4,000. One-time cash awards for study beginning in the Fall of 2025. Students may re-apply each year.
Scholarship Deadline: January 31, 2025, 12:00 PM (Noon, Eastern Standard Time)

Since 1991, the Union Plus Scholarship Program has awarded more than $5.6 million to students of union families. Over 4,000 union families have benefited from our commitment to higher education.

Award date: May 31, 2025. During the first week of June 2025 award recipients will be notified by postal mail, and all applicants will be sent email notification.

Eligibility criteria:

Current and retired members of unions participating in any Union Plus program, their spouses and their dependent children (as defined by IRS regulations) are eligible. Grandchildren are not eligible unless a legal dependent (as defined by IRS regulations). At least one year of continuous union membership by the applicant, applicant's spouse or parent (if applicant is a dependent). The one year membership minimum must be satisfied by May 31, 2026.
Members of participating unions from the U.S., Puerto Rico, Guam, U.S. Virgin Islands and Canada are eligible.
The applicant must be accepted into a U.S. accredited college, university, community college, technical or trade school at the time awards are issued. Awards must be used for the 2025 - 2026 school year.
Undergraduate and graduate students are eligible to apply.

See list of FAQs at the bottom of the Union Plus Scholarship webpage.

This program is offered through the Union Plus Education Foundation, which is sponsored by Union Privilege. The Foundation is funded in part by donations from Capital One N.A. (provider of the Union Plus Credit Card), First National Bank of Omaha (provider of the Union Plus Personal Loan), and Edvance (a provider of the Union Plus College Program). You do NOT need to participate in these programs to apply for this scholarship.

Apply online at https://1unionplusscholars.communityforce.com/Funds/FundDetails.aspx?634874666E67316C3230774B4E5974546D4254314948754541345148666E613444337852666A6A50656A44586A4F7870754C49584E6B414A574368723431564C

Scholarship Value: Varies
Scholarship Deadline: March 01, 2025

Dependents of Boilermaker members are eligible for scholarships of up to $5,000. Beginning in 2022, the International Brotherhood of Boilermakers awards up to $100,000 worth of scholarships to dependents of members, including those in Canada and the U.S.

Scholarship awards are based upon a variety of factors, including academic achievement, extra-curricular and outside school activities, career goals, and performance on a typed essay.

Boilermaker scholarships are open to high school seniors who will be entering their first year of academic study at a degree-granting, accredited college or university within one year of their high school graduation and are dependents of Boilermaker members in good standing (includes son, daughter, legally adopted child or dependent of a member in good standing).

Scholarship candidates must submit all of the following:

The completed online Scholarship Application
Proof of relationship or dependency to a Boilermaker member*
Official high school transcript
A 350 word (minimum) to 500 word (maximum) typed essay on the following topic:

“Unionism is on the rise in the United States and Canada. How can the Boilermakers’ Union capitalize on this trend to reach and recruit the next generation to join the trades, and more specifically, to join the Boilermakers’ Union?”

* Applicants must submit proof of relationship or dependency to the Boilermaker member in the form of a copy of their birth certificate, proof of legal adoption, tax return, or current health insurance coverage, via secure upload or mail (postmarked by March 1, 2025) to:

ATTN: Scholarship Committee
International Brotherhood of Boilermakers
12200 N Ambassador Dr, Suite 303
Kansas City, MO 64163

Applications submitted and mailed documents postmarked after the March 1, 2025 deadline cannot be considered.

Please read the Rules for Eligibility and Procedures for Application and Selection for the complete list of rules.

See https://scholarships.boilermakers.org/ for more information

Apply Online at https://scholarships.boilermakers.org/user/register

Scholarship Value: $200
Scholarship Deadline: April 01, 2025 (postmarked by) - Applications must be submitted via email to lcrwofmo@gmail.com or mailed to: Shelly Milford, 130 W Lake St, Marceline MO 64658

Scholarship will be awarded to at least one (no more than five) graduating senior(s) from Linn County.

Eligibility:

 Residence: Reside within Linn County Missouri or attend a public or private
school within Linn County Missouri. Home school students are eligible for this
scholarship.
Program Enrollment: The recipient must plan to attend a program that lasts
at least two years. The selection committee may grant exceptions for
technical schools or law enforcement certifications.
Academic Standing: The recipient must have a minimum GPA of 2.5.
Citizenship and Character: The recipient should demonstrate outstanding
citizenship, character, and a solid record of community service.

Submission Requirements:

Essay: Approximately 250 words explaining your stance on a conservative political topic and how you plan to promote conservative ideals.
Extracurricular and Community Service: A list detailing your extracurricular
activities and community service involvement.
Recommendation Letter: A letter from someone who can verify your
community service and character.

Selection Process:

The Scholarship Selection Committee will assess applications based on
academic performance, citizenship, achievements, and the quality of the
submitted application. The committee's decision is final.

Award Details:

The recipient will receive payment upon receipt of proof of enrollment for the
first term. A class schedule from the school is acceptable. Send proof of
enrollment to Shelly Milford via email or USPS.
If the primary recipient is unable or unwilling to pursue their studies, the
selection committee may name an alternate recipient.

Application Link: https://5il.co/350zr

Scholarship Value: $1000 (2 scholarships)-the scholarship will be paid out in $500 increments over two semesters, for the total of $1000. Once awarded, the winner will be notified of how to receive the funds.
Scholarship Deadline: Applications must be submitted to Mrs. Rollison by the end of the school day on April 14, 2025.

Scholarship recipient is determined based on the following criteria

Active member of Interact
Preference given to family members of Rotarians
Academic Achievement
Extra-Curricular Activities, future goals

Application Link: https://5il.co/350to

Scholarship Value: Three winners will receive either $2500, $1500, or $1000 toward their freshman year of college. State winners will receive $500.
Scholarship Deadline: February 18, 2025

Eligibility:

A high school senior in the U.S.
Major in an agricultural field at an accredited university or college

Submit applications to: Eunice Fisher, 405 East Martin Street, Perry, Missouri 63462.

More information can be found at https://missouriffa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/25-NationalFarmers-scholarship.pdf

Scholarship Value:
Scholarship Deadline: February 15, 2025

MFA Foundation Scholarships are offered to graduating high school seniors where the following conditions are met:

Applicant is a child or grandchild (including step) of a member of an MFA Scholarship Sponsor participating in the MFA Foundation and sponsoring a scholarship.
Applicant must be a resident of Missouri, Arkansas, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Oklahoma or Tennessee.
There must be an MFA Scholarship Sponsor within a fifty (50) mile radius of where the applicant is located.

The scholarship may be used to pursue any course of study that leads toward an academic degree such as a Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science or Associate’s Degree at an accredited college or university. Recipients must be enrolled in school full time by Sept. 1 or the funds will be allocated to the runner-up. The scholarship is applied toward the student’s freshman year of college. It is not renewable.

Apply online at https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=MFAF (Note: You will need to create an account to complete this application.)

Scholarship Value: $2,500
Scholarship Deadline: Submit to Mrs. Rollison by the end of the day on March 31, 2025.

To honor the work in education of Mrs. Frances Zurcher Washam and Mr. Bill Washam, their families have endowed a scholarship to honor a Marceline graduate. This award is non-renewable but is intended to encourage and assist the student in reaching his or her educational goals.

Eligibility:

Applicants must have a 3.0 GPA and an ACT score of 21 or higher. Preference will be given to applicants seeking a degree in education, however, others will be considered.

Application Link: https://5il.co/34jf2

Scholarship Value: TBD
Deadline: Submit applications to Mrs. Rollison by the end of the school day on March 05, 2025.

Criteria:

2025 Graduate of Marceline High School
- Pursuing a degree of choice at an institute of higher education following high school graduation.

The Quy Nguyen Family first came to Marceline in 1975 and found a peaceful community that came to accept them. Many friends were made, and it was indeed sorrowful when her family left, but Marceline will forever be in their hearts.

Quy Nguyen, a single parent, believed that education was very important and always encouraged young people to achieve their goals in life. Quy supported and encouraged her eight children to attain a higher education. As a result, all eight children graduated from universities. Now successful in many enterprises, her family would like to give back to the community that had given so much to them in those early days.

To honor her educational philosophy, the “Quy Nguyen'' Scholarship was created in memory of her, just as Marceline will forever be intertwined with her family.

Application Link: https://5il.co/362xi

Scholarship Value: Awards range from $5,000 to $20,000 (up to 25 granted).
Scholarship Deadline: February 14, 2025 at 3:00 pm CT

Live application window: January 9, 2025 through February 14, 2025 3:00 pm CT

Applicants of the Sue Ann Opler Foundation Scholarship Program must:

Be a current high school senior or have graduated within the last five years from a high school located in Linn, Macon, Sullivan, Grundy, Chariton or Livingston counties in Missouri. In addition, an applicant may have received a home school diploma within the last five years, and reside in Linn, Macon, Sullivan, Grundy, Chariton or Livingston counties in Missouri.
Plan to enroll in full-time undergraduate study at an accredited two- year or four- year college, university, or vocational-technical school in the United States for the entire upcoming academic year.
Have a minimum high school grade point average of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale (or its equivalent).

Members of the Foundation’s Advisory Board of Trustees, their spouses, any lineal descendants, the spouse of any lineal descendants, or any employee, officer or director of any corporate Trustee or its affiliates or subsidiaries or any spouse or lineal descendant of such persons are ineligible to apply.

As part of your application, you must upload the following documents:

A current, complete transcript of grades. Grade reports are not accepted. Transcripts must display:
- Student name
- School name
- Grades
- Credit hours for each course and term in which each course was taken.

NOTE: If you are providing SAT or ACT test scores, and those scores are not listed on your high school transcript, you will need to upload a copy of your test score report(s) separately. If you are uploading a college transcript, those scores are not required.

Also as part of your application, two online recommendation forms must be submitted on your behalf. Not more than one recommendation may be from a high school teacher. Recommendations must be submitted no later than February 19, 2025 3:00 pm Central Time.
Your application is not complete unless all required documents are submitted electronically.

Apply online at https://learnmore.scholarsapply.org/opler/

Scholarship Value: Committee will have discretion of amount of scholarships given based on funds available.
Scholarship Deadline: April 01, 2025

This scholarship is for current Marceline FFA Members only.

Requirements

Essay - a one or two page paper that includes the following information:

Explanation of your future plans.
Reason for studying in your chosen field and institution. If you have not selected a specific program, what programs interest you and how do you intend to make your decision.
How do you feel you have prepared yourself for continuing your education, both in the context of your schoolwork and your outside activities?
What opportunities have you had to observe the practice of your chosen field?
What do you see as your job opportunities after graduation?
How do you intend to finance the additional cost of your education?
Any other information you think the Scholarship committee should have.

A copy of your high school transcript to date. If already attending college or vocational school, attach a copy of your transcript from that institution.
Two current letters of recommendation. One should be from a teacher or counselor. The second may be from anyone that you choose other than a relative. It is preferred that you obtain these letters and include in your packet. If you reference wants to mail their recommendation separately, you accept the responsibility that it is postmarked by the due date. It is suggested that their recommendation be on letterhead stationary, but at the least, must include in what setting this person knows you, their full name and phone number.
Completed page one and two of the application.

Please return the completed scholarship application packet to the address below (Only paper copies of the completed application will be accepted.)

Marceline FFA Foundation

PO BOX 212

Marceline, MO 64658

Application Link: https://5il.co/34hru

Scholarship Value: $500 (1 Scholarship Award), $250 (2 Scholarship Awards)
Scholarship Deadline: Submit to Mrs. Rollison by February 26, 2025 (Note: this is earlier than the deadline on the application to allow time for processing.)

Applicants must

Be a graduate of a Linn County High School
Be enrolled and able to attend a two-year college, four-year college, or trade school in the Fall of 2025
Include one short typed essay in response to your choice of one of the following prompts:
- Prompt: Building Resilience: Strategies for a Healthier Mental Mindset: In this essay, examine the concept of resilience and its importance in maintaining mental health among high school students. Discuss common challenges that students encounter, such as anxiety, depression, or social isolation, and how these challenges can impact their lives. Then, outline specific techniques and habits that students can implement to build resilience and promote a healthier mindset, such as mindfulness practices, seeking support from peers and counselors, and engaging in physical activities.
- Prompt: Establishing a Student Organization for Mental Health Awareness: Imagine you have the opportunity to create an in-person student organization dedicated to promoting mental health awareness and support at your school. In your essay, outline the steps you would take to establish this organization, including recruitment strategies, potential activities, and partnerships with faculty or community resources. Discuss what the main focus of the organization would be, such as providing peer support, hosting workshops and events, or advocating for mental health resources. Additionally, explain how you would measure the impact of this organization on student well-being and the school community as a whole.

Application Link: https://5il.co/33mcp

Scholarship Value: $1,000
Scholarship Deadline: February 14, 2025

The Missouri Corn Growers Association and Missouri Corn Merchandising Council will award a total of seven $1000 scholarships to college juniors and high school seniors for the 2025-26 school year. Guidelines for interested applicants are as follows:

Applicant must be a high school senior and must have been a full-time student the previous year.
Applicant must be a Missouri resident from a Missouri farm or rural area.
Applicant must plan to attend a two-year or four-year college or university with area of study in the field of agriculture.
Applications must be submitted no later than Feb. 14, 2025.
Application must include an official high school transcript for proof of grade point average and enrollment.
Application must include at least one letter of recommendation from someone other than a relative.
Applications will be reviewed by the Missouri Corn Scholarship Committee. Scholarship recipients will be notified by mail on or before April 15, 2025.
Recipient must:
- Provide Missouri Corn with a proof of enrollment and participation in the study of agronomy or related field from a college or university dated after Sept. 1, 2025 and received no later than Sept. 30, 2025 or risk forfeit of scholarship.
- Assist at one of the following Missouri Corn events: golf tournaments, clay shoots, fairs, conferences or other approved event.
- Once requirements are met, the scholarship will be sent directly to the recipient on or before Oct. 15, 2025. In the event any portion of the funding is not used by the recipient, the unused portion shall be returned to Missouri Corn.
Immediate relatives of any Missouri Corn Growers Association/Missouri Corn Merchandising Council board or staff member are ineligible to receive a scholarship.

Questions? Contact Missouri Corn Associate Director of Communications Hilary Black at (800) 827-4181 or hblack@mocorn.org.

Apply online at https://form.jotform.com/243314404385149

Scholarship Value: TBD
Scholarship Deadline: March 1, 2025

The Lucian & Loena Porter Family Living Memorial Scholarship is available to Marceline seniors. The application, essay, and transcript must be postmarked by March 1, 2025, to: LMS, P.O. Box 100, Huntsville, MO 65259

Note: The application may be completed on a computer, then printed, and must be mailed in, not submitted online.

Application Link: https://07b6b82a-d89f-4028-9b83-213248a2bd12.filesusr.com/ugd/2af17e_7a0564b3973c42668050108af73b4422.pdf

Scholarship Value: Varies based on the scholarship
Scholarship Deadline: February 14, 2025

The Missouri Chapter of NAHRO will provide a minimum of $4,500 in scholarships to high school seniors, GED or high school graduates who fulfill the following requirements:

DEPENDENT SCHOLARSHIP: One $2000 scholarship* will be given to a dependent of an employee of a Housing Authority, CAP or CD agency. The employing agency must be a member of MO NAHRO.

NON-TRADITIONAL SCHOLARSHIP: One minimum of $500 scholarship* will be given to a resident high school senior residing in or who otherwise receive direct housing benefits from one of the Missouri NAHRO member agencies.

RESIDENT SCHOLARSHIP: One $2000 scholarship* will be given to a member of a family that is receiving housing assistance through either Section 8 or Public Housing. The sponsoring agency must be a member of MONAHRO.

The scholarships are competitive, and awards will be based upon performance and accomplishments.

All scholarship submissions are now accepted online. Be sure to complete your applications by the DEADLINE:

February 14, 2025

More information about each scholarship and the application can be found online at https://www.monahro.com/scholarships.

Scholarship Value: $2,000
Scholarship Deadline: March 01, 2025

FCS Financial believes in the future of our next generation. For that reason, the Board of Directors began the FCS Financial Scholarship Program in 2004 to support higher education for children or grandchildren of FCS Financial customers. Each year up to 35 scholarships in the amount of $2,000 each are provided to eligible Missouri high school seniors. Since its inception, more than $875,000 and 705 scholarships have been awarded through the program.

Apply online at https://www.myfcsfinancial.com/about-us/youth-scholarship-application

Scholarship Value: $500
Scholarship Deadline: February 28, 2025

Each year the Missouri Pet Breeders Association awards 4 scholarships in the amount of $500.00 each to students pursuing a degree or certification in fields related to and supportive of agriculture.

Eligibility Requirements
• Each recipient must be enrolled as a full-time student (12 hours minimum per semester) starting in the fall of the year the scholarship is awarded.
• Applicant must have a minimum academic GPA of 2.5 or higher.
• Applicants receiving their high school degree through the HiSET program must be in the upper 50th percentile on a standardized equivalency exam.
• Individuals previously awarded this scholarship may reapply if they meet the eligibility requirements.
• Applicants must submit a letter of recommendation from a school teacher, counselor or administrator.
• Each applicant must submit a copy of his/her high school transcript or HiSET diploma.
• Applicants must submit an essay of 500 words or more, telling about themselves and their goals for the future.
• Applicants must submit the enclosed scholarship application with a current photo.

Scholarship Award
The award will be paid directly to the winning student’s account at the school he/she will be attending upon verification of enrollment. Upon accepting the scholarship, the student agrees to remain enrolled full time, and maintain a satisfactory grade point average.

Application Link: https://www.mpbaonline.org/scholarship-ffa-speaking-contest/

Scholarship Value: $324 to assist with dual credit tuition (subject to availability and any changes in tuition fees)
Scholarship Deadline: February 7, 2025

Scholarship Information

To be considered, you must:

Be an NCMC Dual Credit Student
Complete the NCMC Dual Credit Scholarship Application, which includes a 300-character essay. Students will have access to the dual credit scholarship application in early December. Applications are due by 4 pm the first Friday in February. Recipients will receive a $324* award to assist with their dual credit tuition. *The amount of the dual credit scholarship award is subject to availability and to any changes in dual credit tuition fees.

Applications must be completed and submitted ONLINE. Paper applications are NOT accepted.

For questions, contact the NCMC Foundation Office at (660) 357-6321 or by email at kvarner@mail.ncmissouri.edu

Apply online at https://ncmc-6791.app451.sites.451.io/

Scholarship Value: $5,000
Scholarship Deadline: April 01, 2025 @ 4:30 pm

Scholarship Information

The PRIORITY DEADLINE for the NCMC Foundation Scholarship Application is April 1st at 4:30pm.

Any applications submitted after 4:30 p.m. on April 1st and prior to the first day of the fall semester may be considered for round 2 scholarship selections. *Additional scholarship rounds are not guaranteed and are subject to availability.

After the deadline closes, completed applications and necessary academic and demographic information will be forwarded to the Scholarship Committee for review. NCMC Foundation scholarship recipients are notified via their Pirate email account except high school recipients who will be notified by high school counselors/officials.

Award notification will include the scholarship name, the amount of the award for the fall semester, and if the award is renewable for the spring semester. To remain eligible for renewal for the spring semester the recipient must maintain full-time status and achieve a 2.5 or higher cumulative GPA. Please verify your current address is on file via myCOMPASS or by contacting the Registrar’s Office, at (660) 357-6205/6206.

All scholarship recipients are strongly encouraged to write a thank-you letter to the scholarship donor/representative and attend the annual Scholarship Reception. Recipients will be notified of the Reception date by invitation.

For questions, contact Kristi Varner, Scholarship Coordinator, at (660) 357-6321 or by email kvarner@mail.ncmissouri.edu

One application puts students in consideration for the below scholarships.

WILLIS W. ALEXANDER SCHOLARSHIP
THOMAS ANTHONY, M.D. MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
ROBERT BAILEY MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
ROBERT E. & SUZANNE HOFFMAN BARNES SCHOLARSHIP
ELIZABETH M. BARTON EDUCATION FUND
PETER BREWER MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
SARAH JOE ALDEN-BROWN AND THOMAS V. BROWN SCHOLARSHIP
GENE CABLE MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
WARREN AND NANETTA CARTER BASKETBALL SCHOLARSHIP
WARREN AND NANETTA CARTER SOFTBALL SCHOLARSHIP
WARREN AND NANETTA CARTER GOLF SCHOLARSHIP
LINDA CROOKS EDUCATIONAL SCHOLARSHIP*
BRAD CROSS FAMILY NCMC BASEBALL SCHOLARSHIP
WILLIAM AND JUANITA DENSLOW SCHOLARSHIP
RUSS & ELNA DERRY SCHOLARSHIP*
GEORGE AND MARGUERITE DUNN SCHOLARSHIP*
CLAUDE M. & NADINE ECKERT SCHOLARSHIP
EVANS SCHAFER SCHOLARSHIP*
LYNN FREEMAN SCHOLARSHIP*
EVERETT AND HAZEL FREY MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
BETTY FRANCES AND NADINE HALL SCHOLARSHIP*
EDWARD & BETTY HATCHER SCHOLARSHIP*
PHIL HAUCK & CARL AND LOUISE RODA SCHOLARSHIP*
ALICE MAE HOFFMAN SCHOLARSHIP*
CHARLES D. & MARY BRUCE HOFFMAN SCHOLARSHIP*
H FRANK & MARY LOUISE TYE HOFFMAN SCHOLARSHIP*
MARY JO HOFFMAN SCHOLARSHIP
HOLIDAY HOOPS SCHOLARSHIP
CHARLES AND VIRGINIA HOLMES (ROTARY) SCHOLARSHIP
VERN E. & LINDA HOFFMAN HURT AGRICULTURAL SCHOLARSHIP
PAUL D. & EMOGENE L. JACKSON SCHOLARSHIP
LLOYD AND MARGARET KETCHAM SCHOLARSHIP*
VELDA KINCAID SCHOLARSHIP
LENNY AND PAM KLAVER SCHOLARSHIP
KNOWLEDGE FUND
DEAN KRATOCHVIL SCHOLARSHIP*
JOHN KUTTLER AGRICULTURE SCHOLARSHIP
RAY LYMER SCHOLARSHIP*
GENO MORGAN FOUNDATION G.E.N.I.U.S. SCHOLARSHIP
ALLEN MOORE III AND ANNE B. MOORE SCHOLARSHIP
MUNDELL MEMORIAL THANK A FARMER
HARRY PATTON MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
W.W. “PETE” AND DOLORES PEERY SCHOLARSHIP*
CHRISTOPHER P. RAYNES SCHOLARSHIP
THOMAS AND EDNA REHARD SCHOLARSHIP
MARK & KATHLEEN ROBINSON SCHOLARSHIP
JEANETTE HOFFMAN ROBISON SCHOLARSHIP*
JUDGE V.C. (CASEY) ROSE AND DOROTHY FRIEDRICH ROSE SCHOLARSHIP FOR ETHICS AND GOOD CITIZENSHIP
C.F. RUSSELL SCHOLARSHIP
EDWARD SCOTT MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP*
CAROLYN SMITH SCHOLARSHIP
PAUL AND BETTY PRESTON STEELE AGRICULTURE SCHOLARSHIP
DON STURGIS SCHOLARSHIP*
HARRY F. SUGG ATHLETIC SCHOLARSHIP
NANCY AND PETER TROMBLEY COCA-COLA SCHOLARSHIP
MARY RUTH VEACH SCHOLARSHIP*
VFW POST 919 SCHOLARSHIP
MARK AND REBEKAH WHITAKER MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
CHARLES H. WITTEN MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
DONALD & LETHA MACK WOODARD SCHOLARSHIP
JACK N. YOUNG, MILDRED M. YOUNG, NOBLE J. YOUNG AND MYRA A. YOUNG SCHOLARSHIP

*Denotes scholarships that students must demonstrate financial need to be considered.

Scholarship monies are limited in some cases and qualification is not a guarantee of scholarship award.

Apply online at https://ncmc-6791.app451.sites.451.io/

Scholarship Value: $500
Scholarship Deadline: February 14, 2025

Eligibility and Guidelines:

Chariton Valley is dedicated to supporting rural communities, fostering meaningful connections, and empowering ambitious students to achieve their goals. Each year Chariton Valley offers five local scholarships to high school seniors in the amount of $500 each, in addition to the Foundation for Rural Service (FRS) National Scholarship opportunity.

Applications for 2025 Scholarships are now being accepted. To be eligible, parents or guardians of those applying must be Chariton Valley phone, internet, or cable customers. Students of Chariton Valley employees may apply for the FRS National Scholarship but are not eligible for the local scholarships.

Apply online at https://apply.mykaleidoscope.com/program/FRSScholarships2025

Scholarship Value: $1000
Deadline: March 15, 2025

The Charles E. Kruse Scholarship was established to honor this outstanding agricultural leader. Mr. Kruse, a 4th generation farmer from Stoddard County, served in leadership roles throughout his career including President of the Missouri Farm Bureau from 1992-2010. He also served as Director of the Missouri Department of Agriculture and Chief Executive Officer for the North American Equipment Dealers Association. Recipients must be Missouri residents and they, their parent(s), or guardians must hold a current Missouri Farm Bureau membership. They also must be a high school senior enrolling in a 4-year college or university with a declared major in an agricultural field and enrolled in the fall semester of the year in which the scholarship is awarded.

Eligibility Requirements

Applicants must be:

Missouri residents and they, their parent(s), or guardians must hold a current Farm Bureau membership in Missouri
A high school senior enrolling in a 4-year Missouri college or university with a declared major in an agricultural field
Enrolled in the fall semester of the year in which the scholarship is awarded

All applications must contain the completed form along with the following support documents:

Letter of recommendation from a high school counselor
Letter of recommendation from a teacher or school administrator
Letter of personal reference
Copy of high school transcript
Notification of acceptance into the degree program of a 4-year college or university in Missouri

The 2025 application period closes on March 15.

Apply Online at https://mofb.org/scholarships-and-grants/charles-e-kruse/

See additional ag-related scholarship opportunities at https://mofb.org/scholarships-and-grants/.

Scholarship Value: $1,500
Scholarship Deadline: April 01, 2025

Eligibility

Applicant is applying for/currently attending college, graduate school, or a skilled trade school (vocational or technical). Trade school students must be pursuing a program requiring one academic year or more for certification. An applicant could also be involved in a community and/or industry craft training program.
Applicant is pursuing a career in the construction industry. Eligibility is not limited to students pursuing technical degrees. The foundation retains the right to determine if a major or program in which the student is enrolled meets this eligibility requirement.
Applicant may be awarded only one scholarship annually.
Applicant is a U.S. citizen or documented permanent resident of the United States (i.e. has a “permanent resident” card).

Application

Applicants must complete an application furnished by The ESS Foundation, provide official high school or college transcripts, provide two letters of recommendation, complete an essay on their desire to work in the construction industry, and be willing to take part in a personal interview.
Applications, transcripts, reference forms, and other required material must be received in the Emery Sapp & Sons, Inc. office postmarked by April 1, 2025, via mail to 2301 I-70 Drive NW, Columbia, MO 65202 or email essfoundation@emerysapp.com

Apply online at https://emerysapp.com/about/ess-foundation/apply/

Scholarship Value: TBD
Scholarship Deadline: Monday, March 03, 2025-Applications and all supporting documents must be submitted to Mrs. Rollison by the end of the school day on this date.

Upon the death of Blanche Maxwell Melvin, it was her request that a substantial amount of funds from her estate be set aside to establish the BLANCHE MAXWELL MELVIN FUND IN HONOR OF REUBEN B. MAXWELL. Seeking to meet this request, such a fund was created in May of 2001. This fund stands as a legacy to Mrs. Melvin’s generosity and influential grade school and high school teaching career in Linn County, Missouri from 1909 to 1914. Mrs. Melvin’s purpose in establishing this fund was to provide needed financial assistance to boys and girls residing in Linn County, Missouri, between the ages of fourteen and nineteen, to pursue or complete their education. On May 21, 2001, the Linn County Superintendents from Brookfield R-III, Linn County R-I, Bucklin R-II, Meadville R-IV, and Marceline R-V formed the Linn County Educational Foundation. The purpose of this foundation is to carry out Mrs. Melvin’s last wishes by annually distributing scholarship awards from the BLANCHE MAXWELL MELVIN FUND IN HONOR OF REUBEN B. MAXWELL to worthy boys and girls residing in Linn County who desire to continue their education.

Eligibility Requirements:

Any senior may apply for this scholarship.

Application Link: https://5il.co/2zd3d

Scholarship Value: $1,500
Scholarship Deadline: March 28, 2025

Eligibility Requirements:

Senior at one of the following local area High Schools: Cairo, Higbee, Huntsville, Keytesville, Macon, Madison, Marceline, Moberly, Salisbury, or the Vocational Career Centers in Moberly, Macon, and Brookfield
GPA of 2.5 or higher
High school program and course of study preparing for technical occupation (Note: Stronger consideration will be given to students specializing in technical skills applicable to power plant operations, including but not limited to electronics, electricity, technology, heavy equipment operator, mechanic, machinist, welding.)
Financial need – as determined by the cost of school and ability to pay
Involvement in community and school organizations
Work experience (paid or volunteer)

Applicant Requirements:

The recipient of the scholarship will be required to provide proof of enrollment in a course of study related to the technical field listed on the application. Applications can be completed in one of three ways

Complete the application and email it to lblase@aeci.org or mail it to Lacey Blase, AECI, 5693 Highway F, Clifton Hill, MO 65244: (AECI Technical Scholarship Application)

Complete the online application, which can be found at https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=z9ddpxPBIUuLkTdHUhfet2gPg_20lOxFkWEr76gQXrJUMjE4Q0VLVjNYSElDMzRLVkFXVU1GM1o0QS4u

Deadline: April 07, 2025 (Note: this date is earlier than that listed on the application to allow time for processing.)

Scholarship Value: To be determined

Who is Eligible?

Any graduating senior whose parent, guardian, or grandparent, is a member of the Brookfield Elks Lodge #874.

How to Apply

Complete the application listed below and submit the completed application and any additional documentation to Mrs. Rollison before the end of school on April 07, 2025.

Application Link: Elks Lodge #874 Scholarship Application

OVERVIEW

High school students may be eligible to receive a scholarship that covers the tuition and fees for their dual credit or dual enrollment courses.

DUAL CREDIT: College coursework taught by a high school instructor for both high school and college credit

DUAL ENROLLMENT: College coursework taught by college faculty for college credit and possibly for high school credit

ELIGIBILITY

• Be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident and a Missouri resident.

• Enroll in eligible dual credit/dual enrollment classes through an approved college or university. Most public and private non-profit Missouri institutions are approved.

• Have a minimum 2.5 unweighted cumulative grade point average and have otherwise met the high school’s requirements for taking dual credit or dual enrollment coursework (standardized test score, etc.)

• Meet one or more of the following indicators of financial need:

• Immediate family eligible for free and reduced lunch

• Living in a foster home • Ward of the state

• Homeless as defined by the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act

• Immediate family receiving low income public assistance (SNAP, WIC, etc.)

• Living in federally subsidized public housing

APPLICATION

• The electronic application is available through the Missouri State Financial Aid Portal at https://web.dhewd.mo.gov/studentportal/

• Students must submit a high school transcript to show proof of GPA as well as other supporting documents for proof of eligibility. Students will upload these documents while completing the application.

• Students will provide the number of classes taken from each of their dual credit or dual enrollment providers.

Apply online at https://web.dhewd.mo.gov/studentportal/

For more information visit Dual Credit / Dual Enrollment - For Students at https://dhewd.mo.gov/ppc/grants/dcdeforstudents.htm

QUESTIONS? Email dcde@dhewd.mo.gov

Deadline: January 27, 2025

The Marceline Kids Wrestling Club will offer a $150 scholarship to Marceline senior wrestlers, who have demonstrated hard work, dedication, and character. To be eligible for this award, the student must:

1. Be a graduating senior who has wrestled all 4 years of high school.
2. Participated in a minimum of 2 years of Marceline Kids Wrestling.
3. Plans to attend a post-secondary learning institution beginning in the Fall
To apply for this scholarship, please complete this application, and email to the following email address by January 27th, 2025:marcelineyouthwrestling@gmail.com

Application Link: https://5il.co/33ehc

Scholarship Value: Various (multiple scholarships)
Scholarship Deadline: January 21, 2025 - Applications are submitted to the Missouri State Fair and must be postmarked by January 21, 2025. The original application form and three (3) copies must be submitted. Applicants not sending the correct number of copies (original plus 3 copies) will not be considered.

Mail application to: Missouri State Fair YIA Scholarship, 2503 West 16th Street, Sedalia, MO 65301

The Missouri State Fair and the Youth in Agriculture Committee are accepting applications for Youth in Agriculture scholarships for Missouri high school seniors graduating in 2025. The application form can be found on the Fair’s website.

Applications should be submitted to the Missouri State Fair and must be postmarked by January 21, 2025. Applicants must submit an original copy of their application and three additional copies.

These scholarships are possible thanks to the gracious contributions of many individuals and companies supporting Youth in Agriculture. A total of 62 scholarships amounting to $103,500, the largest amount ever, were awarded in 2024.

The following scholarships will be awarded in 2025:

one $5,000 S. Wayne Yokley Platinum Scholarship sponsored by Youth in Agriculture supporters,
one $3,500 Sharon Topliff Scholarship sponsored by Youth in Agriculture supporters,
one $2,500 supreme scholarship sponsored by Sydenstricker Nobbe Partners/Sydenstricker Genetics,
four $2,500 supreme scholarships sponsored by the Missouri State Fair Foundation,
and numerous $1,500 (plus) scholarships sponsored by Youth in Agriculture supporters.

Applicants must be high school seniors, active members of Missouri 4-H or FFA, and have participated at least once as a 4-H or FFA exhibitor at the Missouri State Fair. Selected students must enroll (fall and/or spring semester immediately following graduation from high school) in an accredited community college, college or university.

Application Link: https://www.mostatefair.com/wp-content/uploads/2025-2026-yia-scholarship-application.pdf

Deadline: January 15, 2025

Scholarship Criteria can be found at https://aqhfoundation.smapply.io/res/p/Scholarship-Criteria/

The American Quarter Horse Foundation offers scholarship assistance to members of the American Quarter Horse Association and/or American Quarter Horse Youth Association. Assistance is awarded to members demonstrating a true passion for advancing the American Quarter Horse industry using the three C’s of leadership development.

Competence – determines what you can do.
Commitment – determines what you want to do.
Character – determines what you will do.

MISSION: to empower AQHA members with enhanced educational opportunities that strengthen leadership within the American Quarter Horse industry.

VISION: through the development of advanced education and training both nationally and internationally, we ensure the resources needed to steer the American Quarter Horse industry toward a sustainable future.

Desired Student Impact

Reduce financial burden of advanced education.
Enable students to see their future career possibilities.
Recognize accomplishments and hard work.
Increase financial capacity and social mobility of recipients.
Increase student’s ability to contribute as active members of society.

How to Apply

Applications for 2025 will close January 15, 2025.

Applicants will complete a single application to determine your eligibility for available scholarship funding. Eligibility of applicants is based on the individual criteria and requirements provided for each scholarship offered. Recipients are selected based on academic achievement, financial need and Quarter Horse involvement, as well as an applicant’s outstanding leadership and communication skills. The grading scale for selection of each scholarship will vary dependent upon the criteria established by that scholarship's donor.

Submitted materials must include a completed application form with financial information, resume, three reference letters or appraisal forms, and transcript. Students applying for a state or regional scholarship will also need to provide proof of membership in their state affiliate.

Recipients are chosen by a selection group as determined by the American Quarter Horse Foundation’s Board of Trustees. All recipient recommendations made by the selection group are ultimately approved by the Board of Trustees.

Scholarship Application 101 Webinar (watch here)

Apply online at https://aqhfoundation.smapply.io/prog/aqhf_scholarship_program/

Scholarship Value: A minimum of 6 scholarships will be awarded this year from the Missouri National Guard Association. Two scholarships will be available for members of the association. Two (2) in the amount of $1000.00 Two scholarships will be available for dependents of members of the association. Two (2) in the amount of $750.00 One (1) in the amount of $500.00 One scholarship is sponsored by USAA and is designated for enlisted members of the association. One (1) in the amount of $1000.00
Scholarship Deadline: Applications must be POSTMARKED or EMAILED BY PDF by January 31, 2025.

ELIGIBILITY Scholarships will be awarded in two categories. Category I is for those individuals who are members in good standing of the Missouri National Guard Association. Category II is for dependents of members in good standing of the Missouri National Guard Association. Individuals who qualify as Guard members and dependents will be considered in both categories and will be awarded only the scholarship of the higher value. The 2024 recipients of a MONGA scholarship are not eligible to apply for a 2025scholarship. The scholarships will be awarded based on:

SCHOLARSHIP: Each applicant must meet requirements for entrance in the school of his/her choice and the applicant must have received average or above average academic achievement.
CITIZENSHIP: Each applicant must show evidence of moral force of character (truthfulness, courage, devotion to duty, unselfishness, and consideration for others). Testimonials from school officials are excellent sources for this information.
LEADERSHIP: Each applicant must demonstrate leadership in (a) Home, (b) School, (c) Religious, and (d) Community activities. In case of two applicants with similar qualifications, extra-curricular activities at school may be considered. However, undue emphasis upon extra-curricular or high scholastic achievement is to be discouraged.
NEED: The need for financial assistance to continue with formal educational studies will be considered in cases involving students with similar outstanding qualifications in areas described above.

APPLICATION PROCEDURES The following items must accompany the completed application:

A copy of the applicant’s high school or college transcript (First semester freshman must submit a copy of their high school transcript.)
A letter from the applicant stating the following: a. The desire to continue his/her education. b. Description of how he/she has demonstrated scholarship, citizenship, and leadership. c. Requirement for financial assistance.
Two letters of recommendation attesting to the degree to which the applicant has demonstrated scholarship, citizenship, and leadership.

TO BE CONSIDERED FOR A SCHOLARSHIP ALL COMPLETE APPLICATION PACKETS MUST BE POSTMARKED NO LATER THAN January 31, 2025; PDF EMAILED TO mongahelpsu@gmail.com NO LATER THAN January 31, 2025; OR DELIVERED VIA MAIL TO MONGA Scholarship Committee 2302 Militia Drive, Jefferson City, MO 65101-1203 NO LATER THAN January 31, 2025. All forms will be sent together. The forms to be sent are:

Application for Scholarship;
Endorsements Form;
Applicant’s transcripts (College or High School);
Letter to the Board from the applicant stating desire to continue education and description of demonstrated leadership;
Two letters of recommendation.

Applicants may telephone or text any questions or inquiries to the Scholarship Committee at: 573-200-6835 or mongahelpsu@gmail.com Additional application forms for scholarship awards may be obtained from the Missouri National Guard Association website at: https://www.mongaonline.com/

Application Link: https://cdn.ymaws.com/www.mongaonline.com/resource/resmgr/scholarships/2025_virtual_scholarship_app.pdf

Scholarship Value: $500
Scholarship Deadline: Emailed or postmarked by January 15, 2025

The Karen D Brinkman Memorial Scholarship provides financial assistance to students wishing to pursue a degree in an Agriculture course of study at a properly accredited College or University.

Applications for 2024-2025 scholarships must be emailed or postmarked by January 15, 2025. The scholarship application form is available on the Show-Me Chapter SWCS web site home page(www.moswcs.org) or by contacting Tammy Teeter, 111 Two Mile Branch Rd, Montgomery City, Mo 63361, 314-630-0243, tammyrteeter50@gmail.com or Melinda Barch 25376 Hwy C Bland Mo 65014 573-578-2064, barchmz@gmail.com

Eligibility: This scholarship is for students who attend/graduated from an approved program of study in Missouri (as stated in Missouri statute, RSMO 167.031 – includes public, private, and home school) or from Wayne City High School in Illinois. The student need not be a SWCS member. Applicants must be in their senior year of high school, or in a full-time undergraduate academic study. They must major in a conservation or natural resource-related field such as soil science, land use planning, forestry, wildlife management, fisheries, agricultural engineering, hydrology, rural sociology, agronomy, water management, agricultural economics, biology, agricultural education, or related environmental protection or resource management curricula. Applicants must attend, or plan to attend, a college or university that is properly accredited by national or regional accrediting bodies, or their equivalence. Financial need will not be a factor in selection.

Application Link: https://missouriffa.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/25-Karen-Brinkman-Scholarship-Application.pdf

Scholarship Value: $60,000
Awards Available: 4200
Award Deadline: Dec 15, 2024

Through the BK℠ Scholars program, we’ve awarded nearly $60 million to over 51,000 deserving students across North America. Our goal is to grant one scholarship for every BK® restaurant — that’s more than $7 million each year!

Education is a key part of success, and we focus on bringing that to students in North America through our BK Scholars Program. The BK Scholars Program is the Foundation’s flagship program, established to honor the legacy of the Burger King brand’s co-founder James W. McLamore, whose commitment to philanthropy and education made him a pillar of community service throughout his lifetime. Through the program, we award scholarships to deserving high school seniors and Burger King® employees and their families to help advance their education. Because of Jim, his legacy, and the support of franchisees, the scholars program has now awarded a total of $60 million in scholarships to more than 51,000 deserving students throughout North America since 2000.

Scholarships range from $1,000 to $60,000 and are intended to offset the cost of attending college or post-secondary vocational/technical school. Recipients are selected through an application process that takes into consideration their grade point average (GPA), work experience, extracurricular activities, financial need and community service. In 2024 alone, the Foundation awarded over $4.5 million in scholarships to nearly 4,200 students. Scholarship status updates were shared on Monday, April 20, 2024.

The application period for the 2024-2025 will open from October 15, 2024 to December 15, 2024. Scholarship recipients will be notified April 2025.

Scholarship Eligibility

Applicants must:

Be living in the United States, Puerto Rico, Guam or Canada
Be graduating high school seniors (U.S., Puerto Rico or Guam), graduating from grade 12 (Canada) or graduating from home school education in the U.S., Puerto Rico, Guam or Canada
Have a cumulative high school grade point average of 2.5 or higher on a 4.0 scale, or the equivalent
Plan to enroll full-time, without interruption, for the entire academic year at an accredited two- or four-year college, university or vocational-technical school or CEGEP or equivalent in the U.S., Puerto Rico, Guam or Canada

Apply online AFTER October 15 at https://www.burgerkingfoundation.org/programs/burger-king-sm-scholars

Scholarship Value: Stephen J. Bollinger Memorial Scholarship-$10,000, Civile Rights and Social Justice Scholarship-$$5,000, Nan McKay Pathway to Achievement Scholarship-$5,000
Scholarship Deadline: January 24, 2025

*Note: You must reside in public housing or assisted housing to qualify for these scholarships.

In order to encourage academic excellence and community responsibility among high school students, PHADA has implemented a scholarship program for graduating seniors who are preparing to enter college. PHADA will award three scholarships to deserving youth currently residing in a PHADA member agency.

Stephen J. Bollinger Memorial Scholarship (One scholarship available: $10,000) Steve Bollinger (April 11, 1948 – June 18, 1984) was a taskmaster to himself, a human dynamo to those who knew him. He was a natural leader, a person who could rally people around him with wit, satire, and vocal exercises. Steve’s knowledge of and dedication to housing those in need was never absent, especially after he was appointed Assistant Secretary for Community Planning and Development at HUD. His experience at the Columbus Metropolitan Housing Authority and the associations he had with colleagues, mayors, and others afforded him the opportunity to deal with the bureaucracy in a style that we strive to attain. To the members of PHADA, he was a friend. His belief in the housing profession motivated him to become a founding member of PHADA, for which he served as Vice President. He accomplished much in a short time and we are all thankful for his achievements. PHADA created this scholarship to memorialize Stephen J. Bollinger.

This scholarship will be formally presented at PHADA’s Annual Convention & Exhibition (May 13–16, 2025, Seattle, WA). The winner will receive a trip for him/herself and one parent/guardian to attend the convention.

Civil Rights and Social Justice Scholarship (One scholarship available: $5,000) Additional Essay Required (see below) In 2005, PHADA’s Board of Trustees met in Montgomery, AL. Inspired by historical sites they chose to give personal donations for the inception of a PHADA scholarship to honor the work of Rosa Parks and the achievements of the civil rights movement.

To be considered for the Civil Rights and Social Justice Scholarship, include an additional personal essay (350–500 words) demonstrating your efforts, and involvement in furthering the values of the civil rights and social justice movements. Explain why these causes are relevant today and how they relate to your educational goals. Include any relevant volunteer experiences and involvement related to advancing the causes of civil rights and social justice.

Nan McKay Pathway to Achievement Scholarship (One scholarship available: $5,000) Nan McKay has offered significant financial support to PHADA’s scholarship program and has elected to reward one deserving youth with a $5,000 scholarship. PHADA appreciates their commitment to serving the needs of public housing residents and the community.

ELIGIBILITY CHECKLIST

■ STATUS – Applicant must be a high school senior and reside in a PHADA member agency owned or managed unit throughout his/her entire senior year. Public housing residents, Section 8 participants or other low-income housing residents are eligible, as long as the agency at which they reside is a PHADA member.

■ MINIMUM GRADE POINT AVERAGE – Student must have at least a “B” average (or 3.0 GPA) on his/her school’s applicable scale during his/her high school career, cumulatively, to be considered for the scholarship. Note: School counselor must complete the Grade Point Average Verification form on the verification page of this application.

Application Link: https://www.phada.org/Portals/21/pdf/scholarshipApp/2025_PHADAScholarshipMailer_FINAL.pdf

Scholarship Value: $5,000
Scholarship Deadline: January 16, 2025

Eligibility

Applicants of the DEWALT Trades Scholarship award must:

Be citizens of the United States or Canada.
Be high school seniors or graduates, or current postsecondary undergraduate students.
Plan to enroll or are enrolled in full-time undergraduate study at an accredited two-year college or vocational-technical school for the entire 2025-2026 academic year.
Majoring in a trade construction, industrial, motor/power sector, mechanics, or technology degree/certificate, which includes but are not limited to the following fields:
- Automotive Technology
- Aviation Technology
- Carpentry
- Construction
- Diesel Technology
- Electrical Technology
- Fire Science
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- HVAC
- Machinery
- Manufacturing
- Pipefitting
- Plumbing
- Welding
- Have or had a minimum grade point average of 2.0 on a 4.0 scale (or its equivalent)

Individuals pursuing degrees/certificates in service industries such as culinary arts, cosmetology, or hospitality are ineligible.

Employees of and dependent children of Stanley Black & Decker employees and its affiliates are ineligible.

Scholarship recipients are selected on the basis of:

Trade essay
Demonstrated leadership and participation in school and community activities
Work experience
Statement of educational and career goals and objectives
Unusual personal or family circumstances
Consideration of academic record

Financial need will be considered. Recipients must demonstrate need.

Academic evaluation will include a review of the grade/mark average based on the grading system used in the applicant’s country and a review of the results of academic examinations.

Assuming there are qualified applicants, preference will be given to those who self-identify as American Indian or Alaska Native, Asian, Black or African American, Hispanic or Latino, Native Hawaiian or other Pacific Islander, Indigenous people of Canada, and/or be an individual with a disability, and/or self-identify as LGBTQIA+.

Selection of recipients is made by Scholarship America. In no instance does any officer or employee of Stanley Black & Decker play a part in the selection. All applicants agree to accept the decision as final.

Apply online at https://learnmore.scholarsapply.org/dewalttrade/

Scholarship Value: The number and amount of scholarships will be determined by the scholarship committee when applications are evaluated.
Scholarship Deadline: Submit applications to Mrs. Rollison by the end of the day on Monday, February 03, to allow time to process and mail the applications.

Eligibility:

The Ray-Carroll County Grain Growers Scholarship Fund will grant several scholarships to seniors who are children of Ray-Carroll members or members of Ray-Carroll themselves, and who are grading this year from a high school located in the Ray-Carroll trade territory.

To be considered for this scholarship you must meet the following requirements:

Attend a school or university in Missouri.
Ensure that the completed application and required information are at Ray-Carroll's main office in Richmond by Wednesday, February 12, 2025. (Please note that this is NOT the submission date to Mrs. Rollison.)
Complete the application form in ink or with a typewriter or computer and sign it.
Ask three or more teachers or other individuals who have had you in class or activities to write a letter of recommendation for you. These letters should be given to the counselor, not handed to you. Please check with the individuals before the scholarship deadline to ensure that the letters have been completed and delivered to the counselor.
Remind the counselor that she needs to include a copy of your seven-semester transcript along with a notation of your class rank and number of students in your graduating class, current grade point average, and ACT score.
Write a personal information essay that covers the points listed below.
- The vocation or profession you plan to pursue.
- Why you have made this choice.
- Why you desire to attend college or take vocational training.
- The influence that you expect college or vocational training to have on your life.
- How much education/training you plan to pursue.
- How much of the cost you and your parents will be able to meet.
- What high school has meant to you.
- School, community, and church activities.
- Any other information you desire to present including unusual family or financial situations.
Finish all materials in time for your complete application to be at the Richmond office by Wednesday, February 12, 2025. (Applications must be submitted to Mrs. Rollison by Monday, February 03.)

Applications must include the following:

Completed, SIGNED application form
Personal Essay
Three or more letters of recommendation
7-semester transcript
Grade Point Average
Class rank and number in graduation class
ACT Score

Application Link: https://5il.co/34jkc

Scholarship Value: $1,000
Scholarship Deadline: Application and supporting documents must be received by 12:00 pm (noon) on January 07, 2025. All documents must be emailed to bettyschlueter4@gmail.com.

The Missouri Association of Fairs & Festivals (MAFF) Past Presidents Scholarship Committee is pleased to announce 2024-2025 applications are available for the $1,000 scholarship.

MAFF Requirements:

Applications MUST be completed from the fillable PDF file, saved as applicant last-first namecounty, i.e. Schlueter-Elizabeth-Lincoln. Hand-written applications will not be accepted.
The application follows. Please note the application deadline and the address to which the application and essay should be emailed.
Recipient must be present at the MAFF Convention on Saturday, February 8, 2025, to receive scholarship award. Convention held at Margaritaville Lake Resort, Osage Beach, Missouri.
Documents must be submitted as ONE PDF document in the following order: three-page application/ signature sheet, two-page essay, resume (one page preferred, maximum of two pages); school transcript, signed by school official.

Additional Requirements:

Applicant must an active participate of a MAFF member fair to be eligible for this scholarship.
Only students graduating High School in the spring of 2025 are eligible.
Student must have a 2.5 grade point (based on 4.0 systems) and maintain a 2.5 grade point during their first semester of college, while carrying at least 12 credit hours.
Scholarship funds are available at the beginning of the second semester following confirmation of 2.5 grade point average during first semester. Student awarded scholarship must submit verification of enrollment form along with proof of grade point at conclusion of first semester to enable payment of scholarship funds. Payment of the scholarship is made directly to the college the recipient attends.
Award must be claimed within 15 months of presentation.
Applicant must submit a resume, one-page preferred, maximum of two pages, with application.
A two-page essay composed by the applicant must be submitted with the application. The essay should emphasize applicant’s personal growth and development, leadership and community service experiences including 4-H, FFA and/or other service organizations. Applicant should explain how receiving this scholarship would allow recipient to improve the county fair in the future. Successful applicant must demonstrate their support of school, community, and the fair/festival environment.
School Transcript showing class rank, total credits, and test scores from SAT or ACT must be emailed with completed application by the application deadline.
Scholarship applications will be available through MAFF website www.mofairs.org, MAFF member fair, 4-H Youth Specialists, school and/or Vocational Agriculture instructors.
MAFF Member fair may submit multiple applications.
For purposes of this scholarship, the Missouri State Fair is not an eligible member fair due to the difference in involvement with participants. However, the Missouri State Fair experience may be included in the essay.
M.A.F.F. reserves the rights to modify these rules as necessary

Application Link: https://missouriffa.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/25-MAFF-Scholarship.pdf

Scholarship Value: $2,500
Awards Available: 178
Scholarship Deadline: Jan 15, 2025

There are two requirements for applicants:

Applicants must be enrolled in a degree program in an accredited U.S. institution of higher learning during the academic year following the application date.
Applicants must submit an application and essay explaining his or her career, academic and/or vocational goals.

Applicants have until Jan. 15 to write an essay of not more than 550 words explaining their career, academic and/or vocational goals and how they plan to achieve those goals. For more information, read our scholarship FAQ.

Local judging

American Mensa’s local chapters assemble judging teams of at least three members to review the applications. The essays are judged on content and also grammar, organization, and craftsmanship. The Local Scholarship Chair refers the best local essays to the Regional Scholarship Chair for review.

Regional judging

At the regional level, the process is repeated. The regional chair arranges for all of the essays referred from local chapters to be judged a second time. Regional judges rank the local winners and nominate the best essays for regional and national awards. These essays are then forwarded to the National Scholarship Chairs.

National judging

Finally, the National Scholarship Chairs conduct additional rounds of judging to select the regional and national winners. Each applicant can receive only one Mensa Foundation scholarship per year; therefore, the winners are chosen beginning at the highest dollar amounts. The next highest scores receive awards of the next lower amounts, and so on until all the winners are chosen based on the judges’ scores.

The final list of scholarship winners is presented to the Mensa Foundation Board of Trustees, who certify the winners. Winners are notified by mail and given instructions for claiming their award. They are required to submit proof of registration in a degree program during the following academic year as well as proof of U.S. citizenship. After the verification is received, the checks are written and students receive the funds to help them pursue their education.

Who is eligible?

Students who are U.S. citizens or permanent residents and who will be enrolled in accredited colleges for the following academic year may apply.

When can I apply?

Applications for Foundation scholarships are available only during the fall of each year. In general, applications are available from Sept. 15 until Jan. 15, which is the application deadline.

How do I apply?

Applicants must complete the online application, including an essay describing their career, vocational or academic goals. Essays must be no longer than 550 words.

Scholarship Application Rules and Guidelines

Emphasis in judging will be placed on a goal statement that includes specific information on experience or steps taken toward the goal, persuasiveness (e.g., how your past achievements/experiences and your future planning increase the probability of reaching your goal), why you think that you will succeed, and also grammar, spelling, and punctuation.

Only one application is allowed per student in this scholarship competition.
Applicants must intend to enroll in an accredited educational institution for the 2025-26 academic year.
Applicants must complete all required information on the entry form.
Essays must be the applicants’ original work and no more than 550 words in length.
Essays must be entered via cut/paste on our scholarship application form on this website. Essays will be truncated to the limit specified.
Essay submissions are stored and reviewed as “plain text” without additional markup. Please make note of this when crafting your essay.
Applicants’ names, addresses, and other identifying information must not be included in their essays.
By submitting the form electronically via our website, applicants provide their digital signature certifying that their information and essays are their own work and that they have read these rules and guidelines.
Applications must be submitted online on or before 11:59 p.m., CST (Central Standard Time) January 15, 2025, or 05:59 a.m. GMT (Greenwich Mean Time), on January 16, 2025.
Application judging is done anonymously. The judges do not know who has entered the competition. If, by chance, you know a scholarship judge, do not contact that individual regarding the competition or your application may be disqualified. Instead, questions regarding the competition should be directed to Director@mensafoundation.org.

Apply Online at https://mensafoundation.awardspring.com/

Deadline: February 03, 2025 (11:59 a.m. Pacific Time)

Scholarship Value: $4,000

Who is Eligible?

For the 2025 contest, any child or grandchild (or step-child, step-grandchild, or legal ward) of a living Elk who joined the Order on or before April 1, 2022, or a charter member of a Lodge that was instituted on or after April 1, 2022, is eligible to apply. The Elk must also be a paid-up member through March 31, 2025. Great-grandchildren are not eligible.
The applicant must be a high school senior.
The applicant must apply online only. The 2025 Legacy Awards application deadline is February 3, 2025, 11:59 a.m. Pacific Time. NOTE: This is NOON, mid-day, Pacific time.
If the applicant's parent and grandparent are both Elk members, the applicant must apply through the parent's Elks Lodge.
We have waived the standardized test requirement for the 2025 Legacy contest. You do not need to submit ACT and/or SAT scores.
Students may apply for more than one ENF scholarship; however, they may win only one. In cases where the student wins more than one, we will award the scholarship with the greater value. Students can accept local and state scholarships, which are separate from the awards at the national level.
Legacy Awards may only be applied to accredited US American schools, colleges or universities. (Note: Applicants from Panama, Puerto Rico and the Philippines may apply Legacy Awards toward schools, colleges or universities in their respective homes.)
If you are selected as a 2025 Legacy Awards recipient, you will be required to perform three instances of service with an Elks Lodge during the four years you are receiving the scholarship. Click here for more information about serving with the Elks.

How Do I Apply, and What Are the Deadlines?

Eligible students should apply in the following manner:

The student must complete and submit the ONLINE application. The 2025 Legacy Awards application deadline is February 3, 2025 at 11:59 a.m. Pacific Time.
The Elk sponsor’s membership will be verified through the BPOE Grand Lodge headquarters.
When a student registers to complete the online application, both the applicant and Lodge Secretary will be notified by email.
If you have questions about your online Legacy Awards application, contact the ENF Scholarship Office via email at scholarship@elks.org. Visit our Legacy Awards FAQ page.
Upon receipt of the application, the applicant will receive a notification that the application was received. Winners will be announced in late April 2025.

Note: Because the contest begins in one Lodge year and the winners are announced in the next, a Legacy Award could go to the child or grandchild of a lapsed member. An applicant's Elk parent or grandparent must be a paid-up member in good standing at the time of application, but if the Elk chooses not to renew membership, that decision will not affect the outcome of the Legacy Awards contest.

Apply online at https://www.elks.org/scholars/scholarweb/legacy/rules.cfm

Deadline: September 30, 2024

Scholarship Value: $20,000

The Coca-Cola Scholars Program scholarship is an achievement-based scholarship awarded to students in their final year of high school. Students are recognized for their capacity to lead and serve, as well as their commitment to making a significant impact on their schools and communities. With the 36th class in 2024, the Foundation has provided over 6,900 Coca-Cola Scholars with more than $84 million in educational support. 150 Coca-Cola Scholars are selected each year to receive this $20,000 scholarship.

For the 2025 Coca-Cola Scholars Program scholarship, applicants must be:

Currently enrolled high school/home-schooled students attending school in one of the 50 U.S. states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, or select DoD schools who will graduate high school during the 2024-2025 academic school year (students graduating from an American or expat school abroad are not eligible for this award; individuals who have already graduated from high school are not eligible)
U.S. Citizens, U.S. Nationals, U.S. Permanent Residents, Refugees, Asylees, Cuban-Haitian Entrants, or Humanitarian Parolees - based on the guidelines utilized by U.S. Department of Education for Federal Financial Aid eligibility
Expecting to receive high school diploma during current academic year
Planning to pursue a degree at an accredited U.S. post-secondary institution
Able to verify a minimum overall B/3.0 GPA in high school coursework

Applicants may not be:

Children or grandchildren of current employees, officers, or owners of Coca-Cola bottling companies, The Coca-Cola Company, Company divisions, or subsidiaries.
Children or grandchildren of former employees who are currently receiving retirement benefits based on their previous employment with Coca-Cola bottling companies, The Coca-Cola Company, Company divisions, or subsidiaries.
International students (with the exception of students at DoD schools)
High school graduates
Temporary residents

Apply online at https://studentscholarships.org/scholarship/8843/coca_cola_scholars_program

Scholarship Value: Up to $40,000
Scholarship Deadline: January 03, 2025

Eligibility for the GE-Reagan Foundation Scholarship Program

Candidates must:

Demonstrate the attributes of leadership, integrity, drive, and citizenship within their communities, schools, and workplaces
Display strong academic performance (minimum 3.0 grade point average/4.0 scale or equivalent).
Be citizens of the United States of America
Be current high school seniors attending high school within the United States, (including any U.S. territories or commonwealths), and graduating in winter 2024 or spring 2025. Homeschooled applicants, and applicants living on a U.S. Armed Forces base and attending high school outside the U.S. are eligible.
Plan to enroll in a full‑time undergraduate course of study at an accredited four‑year college or university in the United States for the entire 2025-2026 academic school year.

Application Requirements:

Basic information about you, your parent/guardian, your high school, your top college choice, and your financial situation. Note: applicants are first considered on the basis of merit. Financial information is just one component of the evaluation process. We encourage all applicants to apply and not rule themselves out based on financial circumstances.
Your involvement in extracurricular activities.
Your involvement in community service.
Your involvement in paid work.
Essay on your leadership and service.
A statement about your goals.
Your high school transcripts (semifinalists only).
One recommendation (semifinalists only).
Financial documentation (semifinalists only).
A statement on your values (semifinalists only).

Apply online at https://www.reaganfoundation.org/education/scholarship-programs/ge-reagan-foundation-scholarship-program/how-to-apply-ge-reagan-foundation-scholars/

Scholarship Value: $1,000
Awards Available: 1
Award Deadline: Nov 1, 2024

Buy-Rite Beauty has always made a point to promote the hairstylist, cosmetology & beauty industry as a growing career field. From working directly with local salons to donating products to beauty schools, supporting the industry has always been a staple of our business.

Buy-Rite Beauty will be awarding a $1,000 scholarship to a hairstylist or cosmetology student who best exemplifies our core beliefs. We want to hear about their most meaningful achievement and how it relates to your future within the beauty industry.

How it Works

The contest is open to U.S. residents. No purchase necessary. All participants must have applied to or be enrolled as a full-time beautician, esthetician, or cosmetology student. Entries are limited to one submission per person. Immediate family members of Buy-Rite Beauty employees are excluded from this contest.

Submissions are now being accepted. Please email over to scholarship@buyritebeauty.com. All essay submissions must be received by 11:59 pm EST on November 1st, 2024.

Guidelines

To apply, students will submit an essay detailing their most meaningful achievement and how it relates to their future within the beauty industry.

The essay should be between 500-1000 words.
The file name should be your full name, state, and date of birth. For example, Chipper-Jones-GA-4-24-1972.
All submission emails must contain the student's full name, date of birth, email address, postal address, the school they are currently enrolled in and/or applied to, and a phone number to contact.

Judging

Buy-Rite Beauty will select the winner based on the best essay as determined by our internal panel of judges. Selection criteria will include, but is not limited to:

*Compelling and engaging description of the essay topic.

*Thematic consistency throughout the submission around the central thesis.

*Proper spelling and grammar usage throughout the submission.

Buy-Rite Beauty will select the winner during the month of December and will announce the winner on the website pending notification of the student and his or her family.

Apply online at https://www.buyritebeauty.com/scholarships/

Established in 1992, The Builders Scholarship Foundation uses investment income from the scholarship endowment fund to create scholarships for outstanding individuals preparing for a career in construction within the area served by the association (Missouri, Kansas, and the surrounding area). Through members’ generous donations, the fund now exceeds $1,000,000. The Foundation currently supports the following 27 named scholarships through the generosity of particular benevolent member companies:

A.L. Huber General Contractor
Carl and Josephine Privitera/Mark One Electric
Don Greenwell Honorary Scholarship
Firebaugh Construction, Inc.
George Betts, Jr. Memorial
George J. Shaw Construction Company
Grand Construction
International Builders – IBC, Inc.
James L. Hutton, Sr./William W. Hutton Memorial
James L. “Skip” Hutton, Jr.
J.E. Dunn, Sr.
Jene Hayes/Hayes Drilling, Inc.
John and Jill Dunn
John Rohrer Contracting Company

Kelly Construction Group
Mary McNamara/Cornell Roofing & Sheet Metal Company
McCownGordon Construction
Murray Company
Patricia A. Carroll
PCI
Pearce Construction
Phillip W. Moore Memorial
Rau Construction Company
Senter Family
Turner Construction Company
V.S. DiCarlo Memorial Scholarship
Whitley Construction

How to Apply

To be eligible, applicants must plan to be a full-time college student at a school in the Heartland of the United States in the Fall 2025 or Spring 2026 semester studying in a construction-related program (construction management, engineering or architecture). The deadline to apply for the Fall 2025/Spring 2026 scholarship is Thursday, Oct. 31, 2024. Recipients will be announced at the anniversary event to be announced at a later date, with checks issued for the following Fall 2025-Spring 2026 academic year at $1,750 per semester.

Apply online at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfKWA0JAr4JxFJKG6jqspdPWReu020BNqYHaLWZvjN6Knb3sg/viewform

Deadline: December 01, 2024

Essential Information
1. Hagan Scholarship Brochure. An overview of the scholarship, eligibility, responsibilities and benefits.
2. Tips on How to Prepare a Successful Application

Eligibility Requirements
1. Must attend a public, private, charter, magnet, or STEM high school located in the United States.
2. Must be fluent in the English language.
3. Must be in the high school graduating class.
4. Must have achieved a 3.50 Cumulative Grade Point Average.
5. Must enroll in an eligible four-year or higher College or University the first fall semester following high school graduation. The Hagan Scholarship cannot be used to attend a community college, junior college, or online institution.
6. Must maintain a four year or less graduation schedule in college, or complete the equivalent of a four year degree if in a professional program.
7. Must work 240 hours from January 1, 2025, until September 1, 2025. Work must be regularly scheduled employment performed under supervision for compensation. Employment can be full-time or part-time, or a combination of the two.
8. Applicant’s Adjusted Gross Household Income reported for 2023 Federal Income Tax Purposes must not have exceeded $100,000. “Household Income” is defined as the total income received by all members of a household living under the same roof.
9. FAFSA information is not required from Applicants, only from Finalists in the spring of 2025.
10. Must apply for Federal and State grants if eligible.
11. Must not have a felony conviction.

The intended recipient is a high-achieving goal-driven student having substantial financial need.

More Information

The Hagan Scholarship provides up to $7,500 each semester for up to 8 consecutive semesters, workshops to learn important life skills not typically covered in the college curriculum, funds to purchase college essentials, an HSF Schwab Brokerage Account to manage in order to learn how to invest, funds to study and travel abroad, and the opportunity to apply for a Hagan Graduate Scholarship good for up to four additional semesters in college.

The disbursement amount will be determined each semester by HSF by taking the Total Cost of Attendance including tuition, fees, room, board, books, supplies, personal and transportation costs; then, deducting the total dollar amount of ALL scholarships, awards, grants, waivers, Federal and institution provided work-study, and one-half of the recipient’s FAFSA SAI. Parents are not required to pay the SAI, it is used only to determine the disbursement amount.
The disbursement amount will be adjusted each semester to offset the expiration or loss of other scholarships, awards, grants, waivers, Federal or institution-provided work-study, and changes in the recipient’s SAI.
The Hagan Scholarship is renewable for up to seven additional consecutive semesters if the recipient fulfills the scholarship criteria and mandatory workshop responsibilities. Funding of the Hagan Scholarship will cease upon graduation from college or after earning 140 credit hours, whichever first occurs. In such event, recipients will continue managing their HSF Schwab Account and fulfill all other scholarship criteria until their Award Year Class graduates college. To receive funding after graduation or after earning 140 credit hours, recipients must apply for and be awarded a Hagan Graduate Scholarship.
First year recipients will receive $2,000 after being awarded a Hagan Scholarship in order to purchase essential items for college not covered by the scholarship; items such as a computer, printer, cell phone, clothing, school supplies, and bedding.
Second year recipients will open a Personal Schwab Brokerage Account. After the account is opened HSF will deposit $100 in the account and provide each recipient with an HSF Schwab Brokerage Account to manage until graduation. HSF funds managed by each recipient will be $10,000 the second year, $15,000 the third year, and $20,000 the fourth year.
Third year recipients who have achieved a 3.50 CGPA are eligible for an all-expense paid study and travel abroad experience worth up to $8,000. Or the funds can be used to study abroad the second semester of the third year in college.
Recipients who will graduate college while in the Hagan Scholarship Program can apply for a Hagan Graduate Scholarship the semester prior to graduation, good for up to four additional consecutive semesters to attend graduate school or a professional school receiving up to $7,500 each semester. Recipients must enroll in college as a full-time graduate student no later than the fall semester following the Award of a Hagan Graduate Scholarship.
Recipients must work 240 hours from January 1 each year until commencement of the fall semester in college. Work can be full-time employment during the summer, part-time work, or a combination of the two. Employment must be regularly scheduled work performed under supervision for compensation.
There is no application fee or processing fee.

Apply online at https://fs28.formsite.com/DanHagan/enccabg4ul/login

Click on the link.
Then click on “New User” to create a UN and PW.
Then, click “Submit” to access the Application.
The Submittal Deadline is December 1, 2024.

Scholarship Value: Scholarship awards may cover up to the cost of tuition, plus a $2,000 stipend to cover the cost of fees, books, and supplies.

Deadline to apply: February 3, 2025 at 3:00 pm CT

The James L. and Nellie M. Westlake Scholarship Foundation was established in 1981 pursuant to the provisions of the wills of James L. and Nellie M. Westlake for the purpose of assisting Missouri residents in pursuing a college education. Renewable scholarships are offered each year for full-time study at an accredited four-year institution of the student’s choice.

This scholarship program is administered by Scholarship America®, the nation’s largest designer and manager of scholarships and other education support programs for corporations, foundations, associations and individuals. Eligibility for individual programs is determined at the sole discretion of the sponsor, and eligible applications are reviewed by Scholarship America’s evaluation team.

Eligibility

Applicants to the James L. and Nellie M. Westlake Scholarship Program must:

Be a Missouri resident.
Be graduating senior at a Missouri High School with a GPA of 2.50 or higher on a 4.0 scale.
OR
Have completed one or two full years at a Missouri Community College with sufficient credits to transfer to an accredited four-year college or university at the sophomore or junior level, respectively, with a GPA of 2.25 or higher on a 4.0 scale.
Plan to enroll in full-time undergraduate study at an accredited four-year college or university for the entire upcoming academic year.

All students attending a participating Missouri College with an eligible SAT or ACT score will automatically have the Bright Flight Award deducted as other aid.

Selection of Recipients

Scholarship recipients are selected on the basis of:

Academic record
Demonstrated leadership and participation in school and community activities
Honors
Work experience
Statement of educational and career goals and objectives
Unusual personal or family circumstances
An outside appraisal.

The student must demonstrate limited financial resources with a family adjusted gross income of $60,000 or less and a student aid index of $7,000 or less as calculated by Scholarship America to be eligible to receive an award.

Applications are evaluated and finalists are selected by Scholarship America. The Westlake Scholarship Foundation Education Committee will select recipients. All applicants agree to accept the decision of Scholarship America and the Westlake Scholarship Foundation Education Committee as final.

Apply online at https://learnmore.scholarsapply.org/westlake/

Deadline: November 12, 2024

Scholarship Value: Ranging from $1,000 per year to $7,500 per year

Eligibility:

Current high school seniors, or the equivalent, who are citizens of the United States are eligible to apply.
Applicants do not need to be related to a member of the Elks.
High school graduates are not eligible to apply.
Applicants must be citizens of the United States on the date their applications are submitted; permanent legal resident status does not qualify.

Awards:

The Elks National Foundation will award 500 four-year scholarships to the highest-rated applicants in the 2025 competition.
Male and female students compete separately.
Ranging from $1,000 per year to $7,500 per year, Most Valuable Student scholarships are for students pursuing a four-year degree, on a full-time basis (minimum of 12 semester hours), in a U.S. college or university. All scholarships are in the form of certificates of award conditional upon the full-time enrollment of the winner in an accredited U.S. college or university.

*Note: Choose Brookfield #874 as your sponsoring Lodge.

The 2025 MVS application closes on November 12, 2024, at 11:59 p.m. Pacific Time.

Apply online at https://www.elks.org/scholars/scholarships/MVS.cfm

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