This week’s Scholarship Spotlight features opportunities for seniors interested in agriculture, plant science, and related careers.
Families: Help your student remember their experience.
Agriculture classes, FFA, 4-H, gardening projects, and volunteer work may be relevant to this week’s scholarships. Ask your student to list those experiences, including dates and responsibilities. Encourage them to request recommendations from people familiar with their work.
Click here to view the Scholarship Spotlight Week 3
🌱 Kiwanis—Robert “Bob” Whitty Agricultural Scholarship
Award: $1,000
Eligibility: Graduating Martin County seniors who are county residents and have agriculture/animal-husbandry coursework, FFA or 4-H involvement, or agricultural volunteering. No minimum GPA.
Deadline: December 1, 2026
🌱 Bob Whitty Orchid Society Scholarship
Award: $2,000 in the first year; $1,000 in the second year
Eligibility: Martin County residents pursuing horticulture, agriculture, or botany.
Deadline: December 4, 2026
🌱 Martin County Master Gardeners
Award: Varies; renewable
Eligibility: Students interested in plants and related careers, including biology, farming, landscape design, and environmental sustainability.
Deadline: December 7, 2026
Encourage your senior to focus on the following items this week to ensure they meet the deadline for the local scholarship opportunity: list relevant classes, projects, club activities, and volunteer work. Request any required recommendations from teachers early.
Please encourage students to check out Xello for applications and complete requirements. A personal nudge from you may help a student recognize an opportunity they would otherwise overlook.
🔗 Check out our previous Scholarship Spotlight for even more opportunities: https://canva.link/scholarship-spotlight-26-1
Thank you for supporting our seniors!