Elroy Webster Cooperative Studies (EWCS) Scholarships Grant

Elroy Webster Cooperative Studies (EWCS) Scholarships Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Ralph K. Morris Foundation
Amount: US $1,000 - US $2,500
Last Updated: August 13, 2025

Summary

The Elroy Webster Cooperative Studies Scholarships support graduate and law students in agricultural cooperative programs. Up to two EWCS Fellows can receive $2,500 each year, while up to three EWCS Scholars may receive $1,000. Applicants must demonstrate how their studies benefit the agricultural cooperative industry. The program promotes inclusivity, welcoming candidates without regard to race or background, and encourages attendance at related events to enhance networking and recognition.

Overview

Elroy Webster Cooperative Studies Scholarships This Fund provides financial support to graduate students or law school students enrolled in an agricultural cooperative program or who can demonstrate how their field of study would relate to or benefit the agricultural cooperative industry. Up to two EWCS Fellows Scholarships at $2,500 will be granted per calendar year. These scholarships are funded by the CHS Foundation.Up to three EWCS Scholars will be awarded $1,000 scholarships per calendar year. These scholarships are funded by donors of the Ralph K. Morris Foundation. The same application will be considered for both EWCS Fellows and EWCS Scholars awards.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Eligibility and CriteriaGraduate student or law school student enrolled in an advanced degree program (Masters or Doctorate).The program must be an accredited academic program in the US.Any field of study with an interest in agricultural cooperatives. If the field of study is not directly related to agricultural cooperatives, please demonstrate how this field of study would relate to or benefit the agricultural cooperative industry.Scholarship recipient is eligible to receive only one scholarship.Funds will be used to cover costs associated with tuition, fees, books, supplies or equipment while attending qualifying graduate degree class or program or law school class or program.The Scholarship will be awarded without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, or disability.

Ineligibility

Morris Foundation trustees and staff, including their immediate families, are ineligible to apply for a scholarship.