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Springtime Youth Calf Sale Scholarship Application Due

March 2 All day

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Scholarship applications must be postmarked by March 2, 2026.

The Springtime Youth Calf Sale is providing two-$500 scholarships to applicants that meet the following qualifications:

Qualifications:

  • Must have purchased a calf, sold a calf or helped significantly at the Springtime Youth Calf Sale.
  • Must be or have been enrolled in 4-H or FFA
  • Senior in high school or currently attending college. Must have not reached their 21st birthday before January 1.
  • May apply again if previously awarded a scholarship, but preference will go to those who have not received an award.

Required Materials:

  • Completed Application Form
  • Typed on single sheets (not back to back) of white paper.
  • Two letters of recommendation on WHITE paper;
    • One of which must be from an academic advisor or school official on institution letterhead.
    • The other should be from someone who knows you personally and what you have accomplished.
  • Application packet must be postmarked by March 2, 2026.

Awards will be announced by March 31, 2026 and awarded after completion of 1st quarter or semester of school year in the fall. You must contact the SYCS – we will not be contacting you. You need to provide a letter of request with current address and show proof of attending school.

Return your application, postmarked by March 2, 2026 to:

Liz Holtcamp
10291 Ridge Place
Sedro-Wolley, WA 98284

Application Information

The questions required on the Application Form are:

  • Name
  • Date of Birth
  • Address
  • City
  • State
  • Zip
  • Phone Number
  • Email
  • Parent’s Name
  • College or Vocational school you plan to attend?
  • Selected Major or Program
  • High School or College GPA
  • Signature of Applicant certifying that all information provided is complete and true.

Questions

Please answer the following questions in paragraphs or essay form on a separate piece of white paper. Limit your application to two pages.

  1. Introduce yourself. Tell where you live, when and why you became involved in 4-H or FFA opportunities.
  2. Highlight your 4-H or FFA projects, activities and involvement, including major learning experiences, special interests and achievements.
  3. List some of your school activities, accomplishments and leadership activities.
  4. List any community memberships and activities.
  5. Why do you wish to pursue your major or program listed above?
  6. What are your current goals and objectives (personal, educational and career goals) for your future?
  7. How are you or will you be financing your college education?
  8. Explain a special event or moment with your 4-H or FFA Dairy projects.

Application Forms

Liz Holtcamp