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.