This scholarship is designed to support the next generation of agricultural leaders in the High Country region of North Carolina. The award will be presented annually to a High Country student who intends to pursue further education in agriculture, sustainable development or animal sciences.
Scholarship Overview
Application Process/Timeline
Eligibility Requirements: Academic Standing
How to Apply: Read the Application Details linked below for all guidelines. Application Form coming soon. Check back soon, sign up for our newsletter, or follow @brwia on socials to stay updated on scholarships!
Betsy Lawson Willis Education ScholarshipThe Betsy Lawson Willis Education Scholarship was launched in 2023 to continue the legacy of BRWIA’s founding mothers, who believed in the abilities of women to build a stronger, more resilient local food system and achieve meaningful careers in agriculture. Thanks to a generous donation from a local nonprofit, Numina, BRWIA was able to establish an endowment fund that will establish this scholarship as a lasting resource in our community for years to come. Supporting women in agriculture and fostering an environment where women can access resources to make them stronger, more capable business owners is a central pillar to BRWIA’s work.
Each year, this scholarship will be awarded to eligible women farmers, to help them pursue education that supports their careers. Eligibility Requirements: Applicants must be actively pursuing careers in agriculture, if not farming or working in agriculture at the time of application. How to Apply: Application Guidelines Application Scoring Rubric View a sample application |
