The Cargill University thrive program was created to ensure more equitable access for women and minority students in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM), as well as agriculture and business. Focused on universities serving minority students, the thrive program provides financial support through scholarships and expands further to encourage long-term academic success through mentoring, development programming, and career coaching. The goal is to help participating students convert their education into meaningful careers. 

Scholarships are a one-time, one-year award to be distributed to 20 students up to $1,500 each, which is inclusive of support to attend the National Conference at $1,000 plus a $500 award upon completion of the scholarship program.

The MANRRS Enrichment Grant supports collegiate and Junior MANRRS Chapters for local programs, travel, and participation in national programs and events. Grants are $1,000 in total and can be used for, but not limited to, travel and registration for MANRRS National Conference or Regional Cluster, chapter dues, support for new and existing chapter events, and member development and training.

Submissions for the current grant cycle are closed and will reopen Fall 2024.

Due by April 30, 2024

Scholarship recipients will receive VIP Farm Credit merch, the opportunity to participate in the Farm Credit VIP Track of the National MANRRS Conference, a travel scholarship to the conference and a $1,000 academic scholarship. The scholarship will be applied to the recipient’s college tuition, room and board for the Spring or Fall semester.

The Farm Credit VIP Track will provide scholarship recipients with meaningful interactions with Farm Credit leadership and expose students to information about careers at Farm Credit in fields including finance, credit, capital markets, informational technology, marketing, etc. Students will benefit from leadership development and training to better prepare them to find a career in the agriculture industry.

Applications are now closed.

We are excited to introduce the all-new John Deere MANRRS Scholars Program! This program provides students with a unique opportunity to participate in an all-expenses-paid two-day event at our World Headquarters in Moline, Illinois.
 
During this event, attendees will have the chance to network with our leaders, engage in development workshops, and enjoy a factory tour. John Deere will invite a total of five students from each region to attend, with only the top three receiving scholarships: two undergraduate scholarships of $3,000 each and one graduate scholarship of $2,500. Please note that, depending on engagement levels in each region, scholarship funds may be adjusted as needed.

MANRRS Veterinary Student Scholarship

Sponsored by Merck Animal Health

This scholarship opportunity is available to all  1st, 2nd and 3rd year veterinary students who are enrolled in the veterinary medical program and are in good academic standing. Scholarships will be applied to tuition for the 2024 fall semester.

To support the next generation of agricultural professionals, National Farmers Union Foundation (NFUF) is offering scholarships for high school seniors, college students or nontraditional students seeking funding to attend an accredited college, university, or technical school. Scholarship awards range from $1,500 – $2,000 and funds can be used for tuition and books. Members of Farmers Union and their families or members of Minorities in Agriculture, Natural Resources and Related Sciences (MANRRS) are eligible to receive a scholarship. Applications are due April 1. 

The National Grain and Feed Foundation looks forward to supporting MANRRS student members by providing three $5,000 competitive scholarships, each of which are renewable for one additional year, as well as the opportunity to meet with hundreds of agribusiness leaders at the National Grain and Feed Association’s annual convention.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is accepting applications for the USDA 1890 National Scholars Program, which aims to encourage students at 1890 land-grant universities to pursue career paths in food, agriculture, natural resource sciences, or related academic disciplines. The application deadline is March 1, 2025.

Young people around the country are invited to complete and submit their applications online through an e-application. Administered through USDA’s Office of Partnerships and Public Engagement (OPPE), the USDA 1890 National Scholars Program is available to eligible high school seniors entering their freshman year of college as well as rising college sophomores and juniors.

The PestWorld Conference is designed to provide collegiate students interested in Entomology or related fields an opportunity to attend the Annual NPMA Pest World Conference. The conference scholarship will provide travel, lodging, and $150 to selected students.