“We do not inherit the earth from our ancestors, we borrow it from our children.” – Unknown
The Iowa Soil and Water Conservation Society is offering two memorial scholarships, each $1,000 awards.
These scholarships are in memory of David L Schnur, Newman Lyle and Krsnak-Runyan-Ward.
These scholarships seek to provide financial aide to a student in need of economic assistance and pursing a career in soil and water conservation or natural resources.
View the scholarship flyer for full information.
ELIGIBILITY
Applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Be a resident of Iowa OR be a student registered at a college in Iowa;
- Be employed in a natural resources-related field in Iowa for a minimum of one year OR have completed a full year of college coursework in a natural resources-related field;
- Be enrolled in the upcoming fall term.
First priority will be giving to applicants pursing a full-time degree while attending school on a full-time basis. Second priority will be given to applicants doing single or multiple course work toward a degree while attending school part-time. Priority is also given to members of Iowa SWCS.
APPLICATION
Click here to download the Scholarship Application
- Applications have been extended and must be postmarked on or before May 16, 2025
- Submit completed applications to: Heidi Ackerman, heidi.ackerman@practicalfarmers.org
Click here to link to scholarship opportunities with the National SWCS.