The Illinois Agricultural Association (IAA) Foundation offers scholarships to students from Illinois farm families. Here are the details:

Eligibility Criteria

1. Illinois residency: Must be a resident of Illinois.
2. Farm family connection: Must be a member of an Illinois farm family or have a strong connection to Illinois agriculture.
3. Academic requirements: Must have a minimum GPA of 2.5/4.0.
4. Education requirements: Must be pursuing higher education at an accredited college, university, or vocational school.

Scholarship Details

1. Number of scholarships: Multiple scholarships are awarded annually.
2. Scholarship amount: Awards range from $1,000 to $7,500.
3. Field of study: Scholarships are available for various fields of study, including agriculture, agribusiness, agricultural education, and more.

Application Process

1. Application deadline: Typically March 1st of each year.
2. Application form: Available on the IAA Foundation website.
3. Required documents: Transcripts, letters of recommendation, and a personal statement.

Contact Information

1. IAA Foundation website:
2. Phone: (309) 557-2234
3. Email: mailto:foundation@ilfb.org

The IAA Foundation scholarship program aims to support the next generation of agricultural leaders and promote agricultural education in Illinois.