The DeKalb County Farm Bureau Foundation endeavors to recognize students for their academic, school and community performance while in college. The recognition is in the form of a scholarship to the student’s school of choice.
The scholarship award will be sent directly to the recipient’s school to be applied toward college costs. The payment will be sent in August.
Be a college sophomore, junior, or senior as of June 7.
Be an individual member or a dependent of a continual member in good standing of the DeKalb County Farm Bureau.
Have their own membership if 22 years and older.
Be enrolled in an accredited four-year college or university for the fall semester.
Applicants must be pursuing a field of study related to agriculture, science, or any field of study.
Upon being awarded a scholarship, a recipient must:
Enroll as a full-time (minimum 12 credit hours) student for fall semester 2025.
Provide a statement attesting to the enrollment before payment is made.
Maintain a DeKalb County Farm Bureau membership.
Provide a photograph for Farm Bureau publicity.
An impartial selection committee composed of Farm Bureau members selects the recipients soon after the application deadline. The evaluation criteria will include academic performance, school activities and leadership experience, and involvement in non-school community activities. The awards will not be based on financial need.
Mission – The Foundation’s mission is to broaden awareness and understanding of agriculture through outreach and education.
The DeKalb County Farm Bureau Foundation for Agriculture is proud to offer numerous scholarships for high school seniors and college students. Preference will be given to applicants of Farm Bureau members or their children with certain eligibility requirements.