DFA Cares Foundation Student Scholarship Program
Funding Amount
Varies (2025: $86,000+ awarded to 67 students)
Deadline
January 9, 2027
107 days left
Grant Type
foundation
Overview
DFA Cares Foundation Student Scholarship Program
Overview: The DFA Cares Foundation Student Scholarship Program supports students pursuing careers in food and agriculture industries. The program has grown significantly since inception and aims to help students pursue educational aspirations and create a strong foundation for their future.
Mission: DFA invests in today's students to help advance the cooperative's mission, vision, and values in the food and agriculture sectors.
- High school seniors
- Undergraduate students
- Graduate students
- Must have interest in food and agriculture industries
Eligibility
- 2025 Awards: $86,000+ distributed to 67 students
- Award amounts vary by recipient
Award Information
- United States (DFA operates nationally)
Geographic Scope
- Program has grown since inception to honor an increasing number of outstanding students
- Part of DFA's commitment to supporting the next generation of food and agriculture professionals
Background
- For more information: Check dfamilk.com
Contact
How to Apply
Application Process
Application Window: Open through Friday, January 9, 2027
Steps:
1. Visit the scholarship application portal on dfamilk.com
2. Complete the application form
3. Submit before the deadline (January 9, 2027)
Required Materials:
Note: Detailed narrative questions and specific submission requirements are not provided in the available content. Applicants should visit the application portal for complete instructions.
What Dfacares Foundation actually gave
Source: IRS Form 990-PF, 2024
- Grants in 2024
- 4
- Total given
- $36K
- Median grant
- $10K
- Range
- $6,000–$10K
- By dollars: Minnesota 56%, Iowa 28%, District of Columbia 17%. Top recipient cities: St Michael, MN; Roseville, MN; Le Mars, IA.
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Legacy 2 Inspire · St Michael, MN
Grant making
$10K
Every Meal · Roseville, MN
Grant making
$10K
Le Mars Area Child Care Center Inc · Le Mars, IA
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$10K
American Red Cross · Washingtong, DC
Grant making
$6,000
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