Kentucky Association of Conservation Districts Scholarship

Name: Kentucky Association of Conservation Districts Auxiliary Scholarships – Kentucky Association of Conservation Districts

Award Amount: $1,000 per recipient (three awards annually)

Information and Eligibility:
The Kentucky Association of Conservation Districts (KACD) Auxiliary offers three statewide scholarships each year to students interested in agriculture, natural resources conservation, and related fields. These awards recognize high school seniors entering college, current college students majoring in conservation/natural resource fields, and non-traditional students returning to school.

Eligibility criteria include:

• Academic Level: Graduating high school seniors, current college/enrolled students, or non-traditional college students (age 25+).
• Field of Study: Majoring in agriculture, soil science, forestry, ecology, wildlife science, conservation of natural resources or a related discipline.
• Residency: Applicant must be affiliated with a Kentucky Conservation District or sponsored through local district.

Application Requirements:

• Completed scholarship application form provided by KACD Auxiliary.
• Official or unofficial transcript showing current academic status and coursework.
• Résumé or statement of educational goals, involvement in conservation/natural resource activities, and community service.
• Two letters of recommendation (varies by scholarship category).

Selection Criteria:

• Academic performance and promise in the chosen field of study.
• Commitment to natural resource conservation or agricultural stewardship.
• Quality of application materials and strength of recommendations.

Additional Details:

• Three separate awards of $1,000 each are offered annually: the “George Crafton” Scholarship for high school seniors, the “Natural Resources” Scholarship for college students, and the “Betty Barrick” Non-Traditional Student Scholarship (for students age 25+).
• Funds are paid directly to the recipient’s institution once enrollment is verified.

Deadline:

• January

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