How much funding does High School Scholarship Program provide?

High School Scholarship Program provides $10,000 in funding.

High School Scholarship Program

FARMERS ELECTRIC COOPERATIVE INC

Foundation Annual Grants for Education

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Funding Amount

$10,000

Deadline

April 1, 2027

338 days left

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

High School Scholarship Program

Funder: Farmers Electric Cooperative, Inc.

Overview: Farmers Electric Cooperative awards $10,000 in scholarships annually for high school seniors whose parents are members and reside in the cooperative's service territory.

Eligibility

High school seniors
Parents must be members of Farmers Electric Cooperative
Must reside in Farmers Electric Cooperative's service territory (Iowa)
Scholarships can be used for college or vocational technical schools

Award Details

Total Award: $10,000 (distributed among selected applicants)
Use of Funds: College or vocational technical school tuition and expenses
Disbursement Timeline: Scholarships will be awarded after completion of the 1st semester

Contact Information

Organization: Farmers Electric Cooperative, Inc.
Address: PO Box 330, Greenfield, IA 50849
Phone: 1-800-397-4821
Main Office Address: 2389 Highway 92, Greenfield, IA 50849

How to Apply

Application Process

1. Access the Application: Complete the fillable High School Scholarship Application form (available on the cooperative's website)
2. Prepare Required Materials:
- Copy of official high school transcript
- Short essay addressing the following prompt: "What are the advantages of being a member of an electric cooperative versus receiving your electricity from an investor owned utility?"
3. Complete the Form: Fill out all required fields in the application
4. Print and Sign: Print the completed application and obtain necessary signatures
5. Submit Application: Mail to:
- Farmers Electric Cooperative, Inc.
- PO Box 330
- Greenfield, IA 50849
6. Deadline: Applications must be received by close of business day April 1