PCSWCD Foundation Scholarship

Butch Fisher Memorial Scholarship

Sponsored by the Piatt County Soil and Water Conservation District Foundation




Eligibility: Applicant must meet three of the following criteria:

  • Currently enrolled in a Piatt County school district.
  • A prior graduate of a school district in Piatt County.
  • Accepted to any post-secondary school pursuing an agricultural or natural resource related degree or certification.
  • Currently enrolled in any post-secondary school pursuing an agricultural or natural resource related degree or certification.
  • Have resided in Piatt County within the last 5 years.

Those who have previously submitted an application may reapply. This includes past recipients of this scholarship, but the total amount of financial assistance received must not exceed $2,000.

Application requirements:

  • Application has been completed in its entirety.
  • Information is accurate and honest.
  • If awarded, recipient agrees to volunteer 15 hours of participation in Piatt County Soil and Water Conservation District events, and/or functions of their choosing approved by the District.

Deadline: Application must be emailed or post-marked by April 1st, 2025.

Email: Julie.Chumbley@il.nacdnet.net

Mailing address:
Piatt County Soil and Water Conservation District
1209 Bear Lane
Monticello, IL 61856

Amount awarded: $1,000

Applicants will be notified of the Foundation’s decision by Friday, April 25th.