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GEORGIA CATTLEMEN’S FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP

This scholarship will be awarded to a qualified student for the next school year. To be eligible, a student must attend the University of Georgia, Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College or Berry College majoring in Animal Science or Ag Communications. In addition, he or she must be a current member of the Georgia Junior Cattlemen’s Association.

The scholarship is funded by the Georgia Cattlemen’s Foundation through contributions by cattle producer members and supporters of the livestock industry across the state. The purpose of the scholarship is to enhance educational opportunities for students pursuing careers in the livestock industry.

Qualified students may submit applications no later than November 30.

Gail Hilley Memorial Scholarship

This scholarship is established in memory of Gail Hilley by her Family through the Georgia Cattlemen's Foundation. The Scholarship honors Gail's many years of work with the Local, State and National CattleWomen and Cattlemen and her devotion to the youth of the cattle industry. The scholarship is for $1000.00 annually.

To be eligible, a student must be a resident of Georgia, graduate of a Georgia High School or be admitted to a Georgia College, and be a member of the Georgia Junior Cattlemen's Association. It is recommended that preference be given to a student majoring in some phase of Animal Science provided other factors are nearly equal.

The Committee, which evaluates the scholarship applications for the Cattlemen's Foundation, shall have the sole authority to award this scholarship within the parameters set forth above.

Qualified students may submit applications no later than November 30.

JOHNNY JENKINS SCHOLARSHIP

This scholarship will be awarded to a qualified student for the next school year. To be eligible, a student must live in and attend school in one of seven southeastern states (GA, AL, FL, KY, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA) majoring in Animal Science or Ag Communications. In addition, he or she must be a current member of the Georgia Junior Cattlemen’s Association.

This scholarship is presented in memory of Johnny Jenkins and Liddy Jenkins for their five decades of service in livestock publishing. Funds for the scholarship have been donated to the Georgia Cattlemen’s Foundation in recognition of the Jenkins’ lifetime commitment to the livestock industry and to their love and support of the youth in our industry.

Qualified student may submit applications no later than November 30.

CROSS FAMILY SCHOLARSHIP

The Cross family has established two scholarships in memory of Clarence and Jennie Cross. One young man and one young lady will be awarded a scholarship based upon their interest and enthusiasm for the Beef industry, academics, and extracurricular activities.  They must also be a member of the Georgia Junior Cattlemen’s Association.

This scholarship is funded through a generous endowment from members of the Cross Family.  Clarence and Jennie Cross were the long time owners and operators of Jo-Su-Li Farms near Colquitt.  These scholarships were established to ensure that the Cross family enthusiasm for the industry is passed on to future generations. 

Qualified students may submit applications no later than November 30.

JUDY THOMAS MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

This scholarship is established in memory of Judy Thomas by her Family through the Georgia Cattlemen’s Foundation. The Scholarship honors Judy’s many years of work with the Local, State and National CattleWomen and Cattlemen and her devotion to the youth of the cattle industry. The scholarship is for $1000.00 annually.

To be eligible, a student must be a resident of Georgia, graduate of a Georgia High School or be admitted to a Georgia College, and be a member of the Georgia Junior Cattlemen’s Association. The Scholarship will be payable in two equal installments: the first payment at the end of the first semester or quarter with a C or higher Grade Pont Average (GPA) carrying a full credit hour load and the second payment at the end of the next semester or quarter while carrying a full credit hour load provided a C or higher GPA is maintained. It is recommended that preference be given to a student majoring in some phase of Agriculture or Family and Consumer Affairs provided other factors are nearly equal.

The Committee, which evaluates the scholarship applications for the Cattlemen’s Foundation, shall have the sole authority to award this scholarship within the parameters set forth above.

Qualified students may submit applications no later than November 30.

WAX COMPANY SCHOLARSHIP

The Wax Company of Amory, Mississippi, offers $1000 scholarships. The Wax Company, the world’s largest producer and seller of annual rye grasses, believes in giving back to the cattle industry through the education of its’ young people who will become the cattle producers of tomorrow. A scholarship program has been established to benefit college age children whose parents are members of a state cattlemen’s association in 5 southern states – Alabama, Arkansas, Georgia, Louisiana and Mississippi.

Qualified students may submit applications no later than December 31 and should use the WAX Company Scholarship Application form.

GJLF SCHOLARSHIP

The Georgia Junior Livestock Foundation is offering five $1,000.00 scholarships to high school seniors who have participated in the Georgia Junior Livestock Show. These scholarships will be awarded to students who have shown beef, dairy, swine, sheep or goats at the state show at least once during their four years of high school. Qualified student may submit applications no later than February 1.

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