Bernie Bahr Forestry and Natural Resources Scholarship Grant

The Bernie Bahr Forestry and Natural Resources Scholarship, managed by the Community Foundation of the Ozarks, awards a $1,000 grant to undergraduate students pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Forestry or related fields. Eligible applicants must have completed at least two years of college and maintain a minimum GPA of 2.5. Preference is given to graduates from specific high schools in Missouri. This scholarship aims to support students dedicated to environmental and natural resource management.

Community Foundation of the Ozarks
The Community Foundation of the Ozarks (CFO) serves central and southern Missouri by facilitating charitable giving, managing funds, providing competitive grants, and awarding scholarships. Its programs support nonprofits through grant cycles for local projects and innovative solutions, while also offering endowment and fund-management services for donors looking to create lasting impact.
This scholarship awards one $1,000 grant to an undergraduate student who has completed at least two years of college credit (minimum 44 hours) and is pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Forestry, Natural Resource Management, or a related field such as Plant, Soil, or Environmental Science. Preference is given to graduates of Hermann, Owensville, Wellsville-Middletown, Montgomery, North Callaway, New Bloomfield, Fulton, South Callaway, or Warrenton High School. Applicants must have a minimum GPA of 2.5, submit a transcript, and include a personal essay as part of the application.

Eligibility

Undergraduate student who has completed two years of college credits (minimum 44 hours) and be committed to obtaining a Bachelor's degree in Forestry, Natural Resource Management, or a related field such as Plant/Soil/Environmental ScienceGPA of 2.5 or above; submit transcript