Everyone needs a little help to grow

The Western Colorado Soil Health, Food and Farm Forum believes that supporting and encouraging the next generation of farmers is crucial to the future of agriculture in Colorado.

SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATIONS CLOSED FOR 2024.

We are here to help…

We are offering scholarships to the following individuals:

  • Interns or apprentices in farm/ranch programs or operations

  • Enrolled students, studying ag topics (including FFA & 4H)

  • Beginning farmers/ranchers in operation for less than three years

  • Veterans

  • Latine/Hispanic/Spanish primary language

  • AmeriCorps (scholarship available excluding lunch, $20 per day)

Scholarships include full registration: All day Friday and Saturday plus lunch both days. Scholarships are available on a first come, first serve basis and must be submitted no later than Thursday, Jan. 5, 2024 at 5pm. We will notify all applicants by Jan. 12, 2024 at the latest.

Scholarship recipients are expected to volunteer for two hours, typically assisting with our conference meal service. Recipients also agree to write a short testimonial describing how the conference was of value to them. Additionally, please consider promoting the Forum through your social media channels and inviting friends and colleagues via email/online announcements.