Gage County Agricultural Society Scholarship Grant

Gage County Agricultural Society Scholarship Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Beatrice Educational Foundation
Amount: US $500
Last Updated: February 01, 2026

Summary

The Gage County Agricultural Society Scholarship, managed by the Beatrice Educational Foundation, awards four $500 scholarships to graduating seniors from Beatrice High School. Candidates must maintain a minimum GPA of 2.0 and have participated in Gage County Agriculture Society events. The foundation, established in 1987, supports educational opportunities and does not consider economic need in its selection process. Applications are available through local resources and online.

Overview

Overview Beatrice Educational Foundation, a nonprofit corporation, was established in 1987, and one of the first education foundations in the State of Nebraska. The Foundation’s purpose is to provide a permanent source of financial support for the expansion and enrichment of learning opportunities for the Beatrice School District. The 15-member Board of Trustees and selected Beatrice High School students work together to promote academic achievement and civic involvement through encouragement and support in quality school programs and innovative education that propels excellence. The Foundation manages a $3.8 million Endowment Fund and awards over $55,000 each year in scholarships to Beatrice High School graduating seniors. Scholarship Application The intent of the Foundation is to provide funds to deserving students needing assistance to attend a school of higher learning. Gage County Agricultural Society Evie Crawford Scholarship Four $500 scholarships will be awarded to graduating seniors who plan to continue their education at a two or four year college or its equivalent. Economic need shall not be considered in the selection of students. Applications available in the Student Services Office and available on the website: www.beatricepublicschools.org or at www.gagecountyfair.com

Eligibility

We've imported the main document for this grant to give you an overview. You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Scholarship Application EthicsComplete the scholarship application yourself.Complete the application with a computer.All letters of recommendation should be originals, do not photocopy them and reuse in another application.Four $500 scholarships will be awarded to graduating seniors who plan to continue their education at a two or four year college or its equivalent. All applicants: must have participated in events sponsored by the Gage County Agriculture Society (i.e. exhibiting, volunteering, working and/or other community service for the benefit of the Gage County Ag Society); hold a 2.0 grade point average on a 4.0 scale; attend either a two or four year college or its equivalent, in the judgment of the committee; have demonstrated support in their community/school.

Ineligibility

Should a recipient receive other scholarship funds in excess of need, the Foundation scholarship will not be forwarded at that time.It will, however, be available for a five-year period should the recipient need these funds at a later date for tuition, room and board, or books.Foundation scholarships are restricted to undergraduate studies.Do not use a pencil or pen and handwrite an application.