GFAI Scholarship Opportunities
Finding people with the skills and talent necessary to lead the way into the future continues to be increasingly difficult because there is tremendous competition between industries for qualified and motivated personnel. The Grain and Feed Association of Illinois (GFAI) recognizes the need to support students seeking higher education and appreciates the fact that having motivated youth dedicated to agriculture is vital to the success of the industry.
It is because of this need to foster success that GFAI offers two different scholarship opportunities to Illinois youth. Applicants must be residents of Illinois, be enrolled at a University or Junior College within Illinois and have a sincere interest in the grain and feed industry - not production agriculture. Financial need and scholastic record will be looked at, but are not primary considerations. These scholarships will not affect financial aid. The two types of scholarship available are:
1. Industry Immersion Scholarship Program
The Industry Immersion Program is a monetary scholarship awarded to students interested in pursuing a career in the grain and feed industry. The additional bonus is the opportunity to work at an elevator with a very small time commitment (8 hours a month during the months of March, April, May, August, September, October, November and December). In addition to gaining work experience, scholarship recipients will also get to participate in a Leadership Seminar during the summer.
The amount of the scholarships is determined on an annual basis and may vary each year, but is anticipated to be $2,500 for University and Junior College applicants. This amount may change between now and the time of application so please check back for more accurate amounts.
2. Monetary Scholarship Program
The amount of the scholarships is determined on an annual basis and may vary each year, but is expected to be $1,000 for University and $750 for Junior College applicants. All students applying for the monetary scholarship will use the same form whether they are at a Junior College or University.
Applications will be posted by October 1 and must be received by the Association office by November 30.
No applications will be accepted after the November 30th deadline.
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