Scholarships

Scholarship overview This award commemorates Curt Greene, a longtime contributor to the Standardbred world who worked his way through school and later served in many roles within the industry. A member of the Harness Racing Hall of Fame Communicator’s Corner, Curt was known for his energy and enthusiasm. The scholarship is intended for students who share his passion for harness racing. Eligibility and requirements - Open to students with a demonstrated interest in any aspect of harness racing and who can demonstrate financial need. - Applicant may be pursuing a career in harness racing or not. - Must be at...

About the Helen Gee Chin Scholarship Foundation The Helen Gee Chin Scholarship Foundation was established in 2011 to honor the memory of Sifu Calvin Chin’s wife, who served as the Academy’s administrator for 15 years and died after a brief battle with cancer. The Foundation was created to transform a tragic loss into a lasting, positive legacy. Purpose The Foundation provides college scholarships designed to promote scholastic success and to encourage serious commitment to Chinese martial arts practice. Eligibility Applicants must meet all of the following minimum requirements: - U.S. citizenship or lawful permanent resident status - At least five...

Description **Purpose:** The US Rugby Foundation (USRF) scholarship program provides financial support to student-athletes who combine strong academic performance with demonstrated rugby ability. The program aims to ease college costs for high school seniors who will play collegiate rugby in the fall. The universal application covers all USRF scholarship opportunities and streamlines the review process. Applicants should review all program details on the USRF website before applying. Key takeaways: - Supports high school seniors who will play college rugby and maintain academic achievement. - One universal application is used for all USRF scholarships. - Review program details on the USRF...

Introduction The Academy of Underwater Arts and Sciences (AUAS) is a global, multidisciplinary nonprofit devoted to honoring innovators and leaders who have made significant contributions to exploring, enjoying, protecting, and improving safety in the underwater environment. AUAS supports its members in passing stewardship of the oceans to future generations. Zale Parry Scholarship — Eligibility - Must be a resident of the United States or Canada. - Must hold a certified scuba diving credential. - Must be actively enrolled in a Master’s degree program (doctoral or completed graduates are not eligible) in one of the following diving-related disciplines: - Aquatic Biology,...

Description **Who the scholarship supports** The AIAS Foundation Scholarship supports students and early-career professionals who intend to pursue work in any area of game development. Eligible fields explicitly include art, animation, programming, engineering, game direction, game design, sound design, law, marketing, and business administration, but are not limited to those areas. The scholarship targets individuals with a demonstrated intent to build a career in the games industry. Key takeaways: - Intended for people pursuing careers in game development. - Accepts a wide range of roles (creative, technical, legal, business, etc.). - Applicants must demonstrate intent to work in the games...

Introduction The JFLF Welding Awards Program promotes arc welding education, creativity, and technical progress across all learning stages—from 4‑H and middle/high school programs to collegiate programs. In addition to honoring student work, the program recognizes outstanding instructors and professional welders who teach or contribute to the scientific development and advancement of arc welding. By awarding both hands‑on welding projects and technical papers, the program encourages emerging talent now and helps move the welding field forward for future practitioners. Who may enter Division I project submissions are open to any student aged 18 or younger who is currently enrolled in a...

Description **Purpose** The ASHBA Youth Scholarship program provides targeted financial support to young people active in the American Saddlebred community who are pursuing post-secondary education. It is administered by the American Saddlebred Horse and Breeders Association and is intended to reward academic effort, industry involvement, and community engagement. Awards are competitive and distributed on the basis of submitted materials that demonstrate a candidate’s readiness for higher education and commitment to the Saddlebred world. Key takeaways: - Supports youth connected to the American Saddlebred industry pursuing further education. - Administered by the American Saddlebred Horse and Breeders Association. - Awards are...

Introduction — The Usrey Family Scholarship The Usrey Family Scholarship honors a family legacy of involvement in horticulture and leadership within the industry. Created by the Usrey family, the endowment helps students preparing for careers in the green industries and aims to foster their continued participation in the field. This award carries forward the family’s ongoing commitment to education, opportunity, and career development as foundations for a resilient and thriving horticulture sector. Overview — HRI Scholarship Program HRI administers a collection of donor-established scholarship funds, each reflecting the donor’s particular interests and priorities. To streamline access, HRI uses a single,...

Texas CattleWomen Scholarships — Scannable Overview and Eligibility Description The Texas CattleWomen (TCW) organization supports women working collectively to protect and advance the beef cattle industry. TCW promotes science-based information about beef nutrition to counter misinformation and highlights the industry’s economic contributions. The organization funds collegiate scholarships to encourage students to pursue beef-related education and careers, helping maintain the industry’s long-term progress and prosperity. Key takeaways: - TCW is focused on industry protection, education, and consumer outreach. - Scholarships support students pursuing beef-related studies and careers. - Emphasis on science-based nutrition messaging about beef. Scholarship Types (Basic Eligibility) TCW administers...

Beaufort County Farm Bureau Scholarship — Overview Each year the Beaufort County Farm Bureau awards a $1,000 scholarship to a qualified student pursuing a degree in agriculture or an agriculture-related field. This program exists to help members of Beaufort County Farm Bureau families offset educational costs and to encourage the development of knowledge, skills, and leadership for future roles in agriculture, civic life, and public service. Who is eligible - Applicants must be members of a Beaufort County Farm Bureau family. (For membership information, call the county office at 522-0031.) - The award is open to graduating high school seniors...

Intro We are a statewide organization uniting farmers, ranchers, agribusiness owners, entrepreneurs and food advocates to build a stronger agricultural future for South Carolina. We provide lawmakers with information on how policy affects agriculture, offer training for beginning farmers, and support agricultural education for teachers and students. Mission SC Farm Bureau’s mission is to advocate for the agricultural community across South Carolina and improve the quality of life for those who work in agriculture, while remaining mindful of the needs and concerns of all state residents. Orangeburg County Farm Bureau Scholarship — Four $4,000 awards each year - Award amount:...

Overview The Williamsburg County Farm Bureau awards scholarships each year. Typically up to three $1,000 scholarships are given, although the Williamsburg County Farm Bureau Board of Directors will set the exact number and award amounts annually based on available funds. Eligibility - Either the student applying or the student's parent/guardian must hold a membership in the Williamsburg County Farm Bureau. - Eligible applicants are rising college freshmen, sophomores, juniors, or seniors who are enrolled at an accredited agricultural college or a technical college in the United States and are pursuing a degree in agriculture or an agriculture-related field. How to...