NORTHEAST FLORIDA FAIR ASSOCIATION SCHOLARSHIPS

The Northeast Florida Fair is pleased to announce the availability of two (2) $1,000 scholarships for high school seniors who have demonstrated a commitment to furthering their education. These scholarships aim to promote academic growth and provide support to eligible students intending to pursue majors in agriculture or related fields.

• Only fully completed applications, including the required essay and original letters of recommendation, will be reviewed by the Scholarship Committee.

• Applicants must have participated in the Northeast Florida Fair for at least two (2) years.

• Applicants must be high school seniors who are either currently enrolled or intending to enroll in a college, university, or technical school.

• Please write a one-page essay on the significance of the Northeast Florida Fair to you.

• The applicant’s essay should briefly discuss the youth’s background, lists of any awards or special recognition from the Northeast Florida Fair, community, high school, agricultural organizations (4-H, FFA or other fairs). List any leadership experience with any of the above.

• Please include at least three (3) original letters of recommendation. 

• To be eligible, a student must reside in one of the following Florida counties: Nassau, Duval, Clay, Baker or St. Johns.

• This application, essay and letters of recommendation must be returned on or before September 1, 2026.

• Return by mail to: Northeast Florida Fair Association

         P.O. Box 1070

         Callahan, FL 32011

• Return by email to: info@neflfair.org

• Scholarship funds will be awarded directly to the winners.

• All applicants will be notified of the results prior to opening day of the Northeast Florida Fair.

• The scholarships will be presented at the Parade of Champions on Saturday, October 17, 2026 at 4:00 p.m.

• The decision of the Northeast Florida Fair Scholarship Committee is final.