Published: 02 Jul 2024 274 views
FNAFO is pleased to offer a scholarship to First Nations youth who are engaged in the 4-H program in their communities. First Nations Agriculture & Finance Ontario, often referred to as First Nations Ag or FNAFO, is a First Nations not for profit with roots stretching back to 1984 as the Indian Agriculture Program of Ontario (IAPO). First Nations Ag and Finance is dedicated to empowering First Nations people of Ontario through farm and agribusiness financing, learning, and training opportunities, and agricultural extension services.
For over 25 years, the Ontario 4-H Foundation has worked to ensure the long-term financial health of the 4-H program in Ontario. For over a century, 4-H Ontario has built youth into leaders in their communities and positive contributors to the world. With roots in rural Ontario, 4-H Ontario is open to all youth across the province. 4-H brings together youth aged 6-21 and passionate, engaged volunteer leaders to learn about selected topics through fun, hands-on activities and mentorship. There are also provincial camps, conferences, competitions and national and international travel opport... continue reading
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This $1,000 scholarship is intended to support and inspire the next generation of First Nations farmers in Ontario. It will be awarded each September to a youth who intends to continue building their knowledge and skills for a career in the agricultural sector through studies at college or university.
Applications due September 1, 2024. Award to be given out by September 21, 2024
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