WAEF Scholarships - Valley Tractor & Equipment Grant

WAEF Scholarships - Valley Tractor & Equipment Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Washington Apple Education Foundation
Amount: US $5,000
Last Updated: January 16, 2026

Summary

The WAEF Scholarships, funded by the Washington Apple Education Foundation, support over 300 students annually, providing more than $1 million in educational awards. The Valley Tractor & Equipment Vocational Scholarship specifically assists students from Chelan, Douglas, Grant, and Okanogan counties pursuing vocational careers in the tree fruit industry. Eligibility includes being a Washington state high school senior or current college student with a relevant study path. Various vocational programs are covered, ensuring access to quality education.

Overview

WAEF Scholarships The Washington Apple Education Foundation (WAEF) is supporting over 300 students this year with new and renewing scholarships. Funding for the awards was raised through voluntary contributions from members of the tree fruit industry and its suppliers and service providers. In total, this year’s scholarship recipients are receiving over $1 million in educational awards. Most students receiving WAEF scholarships share a common link of parent employment in the tree fruit industry. WAEF scholarship recipients are pursuing a wide variety of degrees and career paths. Awards may be used by their recipients at accredited two-year colleges, four-year public and private universities and technical/vocational colleges. Individual scholarships may have more specific qualifications. Valley Tractor & Equipment The Valley Tractor & Equipment Vocational Scholarship is open to students from Chelan, Douglas, Grant, and Okanogan counties raised in families involved in producing apples, cherries, pears, and other commercial stone fruits. This scholarship award is for a student pursuing a vocational/technical career through an accredited institution. Upon meeting renewal requirements, the scholarship may be awarded to complete a vocational/technical career.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Vocational/Technical Application:Applicant must be a Washington state high school senior or current college student. The student's path of study should align with potential work in the tree fruit industry.Vocational programs include refrigeration, electrical, IT, computer applications, HVAC, machine technology, and others. A full list of eligible programs can be found on the application.