Stephen "Mike" Flinders Agriculture and Animal Care Scholarship
Stephen “Mike” Flinders was a beloved father who passed away too soon after leading an impactful life.
Stephen had a passion for animals and farming and was an exceptionally driven man who passed down his strong work ethic and love for animals to the next generation. Animal care is a particularly vital field for students from rural areas who are closely tied to agriculture and farming.
This scholarship aims to honor the life of Stephen “Mike” Flinders by supporting students who share his passion for the care of animals.
Any high school student who is interested in agriculture or the care of animals may apply for this scholarship opportunity.
To apply, tell us about yourself and why you’re pursuing this field.
Please write an essay that tells us about yourself and why agriculture and/or caring for animals is a passion for you.
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The application deadline is Jul 31, 2025. Winners will be announced on Aug 31, 2025.
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Award amounts per winner are designated by the donor. Check the award amount for a detailed breakdown.
The winner will be publicly announced on Aug 31, 2025. Prior to the announcement date, we may contact finalists with additional questions about their application. We will work with donors to review all applications according to the scholarship criteria. Winners will be chosen based on the merit of their application.
Award checks will be sent to the financial aid office of the winner's academic institution or future academic institution in their name to be applied to their tuition, and in the name of their institution (depending on the school's requirements). If the award is for a qualified educational non-tuition expense, we will work with the winner directly to distribute the award and make sure it goes towards qualified expenses.
Before we award the scholarship, the winner will be required to confirm their academic enrollment status. Depending on the circumstances, verification of Student ID and/or their most recent transcript will be required.
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