Scholarship fund supported by Michigan agribusinesses has awarded more than 40 scholarships this year December 5, 2023 —The Michigan Agri-Business Association (MABA) Educational Trust announced it will award scholarships to 20 Michigan students planning to enter the agriculture industry. These scholarships offered through the Educational Trust totaled more than $25,000 for the Spring 2024 collegiate semester. “This year, thanks to the generosity and support of Michigan Agri-Business Association members, our educational trust was proud to deliver more than 40 scholarships to leaders preparing for a career in agriculture,” said MABA Educational Trust Chair Ward Forquer. “Michigan’s rural business leaders recognize the importance of investing in the next generation. We congratulate these scholarship recipients and wish them the best success in the future.” Those awarded scholarships include: Brandon Barker, Holland Carmen Beemer, East Lansing Alexandria Blanchard, St. Johns Maddie Brink, Hamilton Mason Burk, Bay City Cassidy Cashen, Muir John Cudney, DeWitt Brett Dumaw, Deckerville Laken DuRussel, Munger Alex Engelsma, Ada Leah Engler, Sandusky Madyson Garza, Palms Matilda Graham, Rosebush Hannah Leen, Carsonville Zachary Myers, Vicksburg Ella Smith, Frankenmuth Mackenzie Strong, Saginaw Dylan Wehner, Pigeon Grace Weburg, Ithaca Kathleen Zahm, Marne Established in 1974, The MABA Educational Trust has awarded more than half a million dollars in scholarships to deserving students. The application deadline for the 2024 fall semester is June 1, 2024. Go here for more information on the MABA Educational Trust Scholarship Program and encourage a student to apply. # # #
