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Dr. Alfred Richardson Scholarship

Native Plant Society of Texas

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Funding Amount

$2,500 - $5,000

Deadline

May 1, 2026

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Grant Type

foundation

Overview

Dr. Alfred Richardson Scholarship

Geographic Scope: Texas

Eligibility:

  • Biology or horticulture students

  • Will be juniors or seniors at a Texas university or college in Fall

  • Plan to pursue an academic or research career focusing on the study, conservation or utilization of Texas native plants

    • Award Details:

  • Tuition scholarship funded by an endowment created by Harry and Marilyn Kirk

  • Award of $2,500 - $5,000 per year

  • Available for up to two years

  • Winners announced in early summer

    • Focus Areas:

  • Academic or research careers in Texas native plant study

  • Conservation and utilization of Texas native plants

    • Contact Information:

  • State Office Phone: 830.997.9272

  • Mailing Address: Native Plant Society of Texas, P.O. Box 3017, Fredericksburg, Texas 78624

    • How to Apply

    Application Process

    • Applications are available under the Education tab of the state website
    • Deadline: May 1
    • Winners announced in early summer

    Required Materials:
    Specific application materials not detailed in provided content. Contact State Office for application details.

    Contact for Application Details:

  • Native Plant Society of Texas State Office

  • Phone: 830.997.9272

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    Focus Areas & Funding Uses

    Fields of Work

    plantsenvironmental-conservationscience-researcheducation

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