William F. and Janet A. Johnson Scholarship

Overview

_The 2026 Scholarship Award Cycle application period opens on 12/15/2025._

About Us

The Community Foundation of Dickinson County, Inc. was established in 1999 by a group of civic-minded individuals who cherished their community and wanted to ensure future generations experience the same quality of living they had received in Dickinson County. These visionaries secured the future of the Foundation by establishing an Endowed Founder’s Fund.

William F. and Janet A. Johnson Scholarship - (2) $2,000

William (Bill) Johnson was a successful iron “metal pounder,” from building grain-handling and elevator equipment to his feed mill. He also restored burned farm equipment to look new. He also enjoyed being a farmer and stockman. Bill never had the opportunity to further his education beyond grade school, but his accomplishments proved that school achievements aren’t always a full measure of an individual’s potential to succeed. This scholarship was established in 2014 in loving memory of Bill by his wife and lifelong business partner, Janet, who wishes to extend Bill’s legacy of hard work and success to young people of Dickinson County who seek to specialize in a trade.

Scholarship Overview

This scholarship is intended for graduating seniors or previous graduates of Dickinson County High Schools, or GED recipients with ties to Dickinson County, who seek higher education for a trade that relates to or finds applications in the business of agriculture.

Eligibility

_You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website._

* Scholarship Requirements:
* Applicants must plan to attend a trade or vocational/technical school to obtain a degree or license in a field related to agriculture. There is no minimum GPA requirement to apply for this award.
* Statement of 200-300 words 1) outlining your financial needs as they relate to your education, and 2) describing your career goals, including the job or occupation you want to be involved in and how you plan to achieve this goal (education, training, experience, financial support).
* The following should be uploaded to complete the application:
* Two letters of recommendation (signed originals) from non-relatives, such as a teacher, pastor, community member, or employer that address your good character and your drive to succeed in your chosen field.
* Current résumé detailing activities and achievements.
* Copy of most recent academic transcript.
* Current headshot.