Scholarships
Humboldt County Farm Bureau Scholarships
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If you are a Humboldt County High School graduate and are interested in applying for a scholarship through the Humboldt County Farm Bureau, click on either the First Time Application or Renewal Application and follow directions provided.
SCHOLARSHIP DEADLINE: APRIL 1, 2025
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MULTIPLE scholarships in the following funds are available and include:
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Henri & Lanette Rousseau Memorial Scholarship
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Sterling F. Paddock Memorial Scholarship
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Gene Whitney Forestry Production Scholarship
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Humboldt County Wool Growers Scholarship
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The FARM FUND Farm Bureau Scholarship
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Ike Moxon Ag Scholarship Fund
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Cottrell Family Memorial Scholarship Fund
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Gene & Betty Senestraro Fund
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American AgCredit
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Karl Giacomini Memorial Scholarship
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Henri & Lanette Rousseau Memorial Scholarship
The Henri and Lanette Rousseau Memorial Scholarship was established by the late Lanette Rousseau to provide educational opportunities for graduates from Humboldt County High Schools to pursue a field of Agriculture, Science, Education, or Vocational Education. Henri and Lanette Rousseau were lifelong members of the Farm Bureau and both were active on the Board of Directors. In 1996, the Rousseau Estate provided a partnership between the Humboldt Area Foundation and the Humboldt County Farm Bureau for this scholarship program. Multiple scholarships are awarded and vary in size from $400 to $1,000. Humboldt County Farm Bureau and the Humboldt Area Foundation are proud to be partners in this exceptional scholarship program.
Qualifications:
• Major or minor must be in agriculture, agricultural-related fields, science, or teaching.
• Graduate from a Humboldt County High School.
• Maybe a continuing college student who graduated from a Humboldt County High School within 7 years.
• Full-time student attending an accredited junior college, four-year college, or vocational school.
• Scholarships are limited to FOUR years per student.
Henri & Lanette Rousseau
Gene Whitney Production Forestry Scholarship
The Humboldt County Farm Bureau is proud to offer a College Scholarship for students pursuing a career in Production Forestry or a Natural Resource which provides support to the Forest Production Industry.
Multiple scholarships may be awarded and vary in size.
Qualifications:
• Applicants should be pursuing a career in production forestry.
• Graduate from a Humboldt County High School.
• Maybe a continuing college student who graduated from a Humboldt County High School within 7 years.
• Full-time student attending an accredited junior college, four-year college, or vocational school.
• Scholarships are limited to FOUR years per student.
Sterling F. Paddock Memorial Scholarship
The Sterling F. Paddock Memorial Scholarship was established in 2009. Mr. Paddock grew up in Kneeland, CA, and spent most of his life as a caretaker /cowboy on ranches in Humboldt County. The emphasis of this scholarship will be on vocational education and students attending the College of the Redwoods. Multiple scholarships will be awarded and vary in size.
Qualifications:
• Major or minor must be in Agriculture, Agricultural fields, Vocational Training, or General Ed with the intent to pursue agriculture as a career.
• Graduate from a Humboldt County High School attending College of the Redwoods or
a College or University.
• Maybe a continuing college student who graduated from a Humboldt County High School.
• Full-time student (12 Units)
Sterling F. Paddock
Humboldt County Wool Growers
The Humboldt County Wool Growers Association was established in the early 1920’s to promote and preserve the sheep industry.
Scholarship amounts will vary.
​Qualifications:
• Major or minor must be in Agriculture with consideration given to experience in sheep, livestock, or wool production.
• Graduate from a Humboldt County High School.
• May be a continuing college student who graduated from a Humboldt County High School within 7 years.
• Full-time student attending an accredited junior college, four-year college, or vocational school.
The FARM FUND Farm Bureau Scholarship
The FARM FUND scholarship was established in 2017 by an anonymous donor who was a past scholarship recipient.
Qualifications:
• Major or minor must be in Agriculture, Agricultural fields, Vocational Training, or General Ed with the intent to pursue agriculture as a career.
• Graduate from a Humboldt County High School attending College of the Redwoods or a College or University.
• Maybe a continuing college student who graduated from a Humboldt County High School.
• Full-time student (12 Units)
Ike Moxon Ag Scholarship Fund
The Ike Moxon Memorial Scholarship was established in 2018. This fund was established by an estate gift from Isaac Leland Moxon, Jr. to benefit agricultural students in Humboldt and Del Norte Counties. Born to Humboldt County Pioneers, Ike grew up on the family dairy. He attended Arcata schools and completed an engineering program at Humboldt State before entering the military. He served during WWII and was awarded the Purple Heart, Bronze Star, European Theater Ribbon with two Campaign Service Stars, and the Combat Infantryman Badge for his service. Upon his military discharge, Ike returned to Arcata and joined his father in the dairy business on Arcata Bottom. He spent 71 years in agriculture and was proud of his role in helping agriculture students with educational opportunities through the Humboldt County Farm Bureau scholarship programs.
Ike was a strong supporter of the Humboldt County Farm Bureau and served as a Board member for many years.
The emphasis of this scholarship will be on students majoring in the Agriculture fields.
Multiple scholarships may be awarded and vary in size.
Humboldt County Farm Bureau and the Humboldt Area Foundation are partners in this scholarship program.
Qualifications:
• Major or minor must be in Agriculture, Agricultural fields, Vocational Training, or General Ed with the intent to pursue agriculture as a career.
• Graduate from a Humboldt / Del Norte County High School and plan to/are attending College of the Redwoods, a Four Year College/University, or trade school.
• May be a continuing college student who graduated from a Humboldt/Del Norte County High School.
• Full-time student (12 Units)
• Member of the Humboldt County Farm Bureau
COTTRELL FAMILY MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP FUND
The Cottrell Family Memorial Scholarship Fund is offered in partnership with the Humboldt Area Foundation.
The Fund was started at the request of C. Graham Cottrell who was raised on the Cottrell Ranch in Bridgeville, Humboldt County.
Graham learned respect for the beauty of the land and the abundance of natural resources available.
The Cottrell Family established this fund as a memorial honoring their parents, Everett M. & Barbara G Cottrell, Aunt Helen Cottrell Larson, and C. Graham Cottrell.
It was Graham’s wish that any student receiving a scholarship from this fund keep in mind the importance of protecting our natural resources while working in harmony with landowners who strive to do the same.
There will be two $1,000 scholarships awarded. Candidates described by the following criteria are eligible:
Qualifications:
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Origin: Humboldt County
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Level: Graduating High School and Current Undergraduate Students
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Minimum 2.5 GPA
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Any vocational/technical school, community college (2-year), or university (4-year)
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Full Time (12 or more units)​
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Natural Resources or related fields of study.
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Students may re-apply.
Gene & Betty Senestraro Fund Scholarship
Gene Senestraro is the founding member of the Farm Bureau Scholarship Program and has served as Chairman of the Scholarship Committee since its inception.
This Scholarship will be awarded to a student who plans to attend college in the Animal Science / Production Agriculture Fields and return to Humboldt County to start their career and be part of our local Agriculture Community.
There will be up to two $3,000 Scholarships awarded to a High School Senior or a continuing College student who expresses interest in returning to Humboldt County to work in production agriculture.
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Qualifications:
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Major or minor must be in Agriculture, specifically Ag Science and/or Ag Production related fields.
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Graduate from a Humboldt County High School and plan to/are attending College of the Redwoods, a four-year College or University, or a trade school.
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Must be a full-time student (12 units or more) and a Humboldt County Farm Bureau Agriculture member.
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In your cover letter, must express your intent to return to Humboldt County after your college education and establish a career in production agriculture.
American AgCredit Scholarships
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American AgCredit Livestock Scholarship
The American AgCredit Livestock Scholarship is intended to support a student with a background in livestock production or who is pursuing a career in Animal Science. One scholarship ($1,000) is available to Humboldt County residents. Eligible applicants are graduating high school seniors or community college transfer students moving to a 4-year accredited university, and college juniors and seniors. This scholarship is non-renewing.
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American AgCredit College of the Redwoods Scholarship
The American AgCredit College of the Redwoods Scholarship is intended to support a student pursuing coursework in Agriculture, Natural Resources, or Agri-business. One scholarship ($1,000) is available to Humboldt County residents. Eligible applicants are graduating high school seniors enrolling in full-time (12+ credits). This scholarship is non-renewing.
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American AgCredit Agriculture Scholarship
The American AgCredit Agriculture Scholarship is intended to support a student pursuing a major in agriculture or ag-related field including, but not limited to: veterinary care,
animal husbandry, crop science, food science, natural resource management, viticulture,
dairy science, watershed development, soils, etc. Other business majors including
finance, economics, accounting, marketing, etc. with a focus on ag would also be
eligible. Eligible applicants are graduating high school seniors enrolling full-time (12+ credits) in a 4-year accredited university program. One scholarship ($2,500) is available to Humboldt County residents. This scholarship is non-renewing.
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American AgCredit Agriculture Certificate or Trade Scholarship
The American AgCredit Agriculture Certificate of Trade Scholarship is intended to support a student pursuing a two-year program or trade program with a connection to an ag-related field of study.
Eligible applicants are graduating high school seniors enrolling in two-year school or trade programs. One scholarship ($2,500) is available to Humboldt County residents. This scholarship is non-renewing.
Karl Giacomini Memorial Scholarship
Karl Giacomini was born in Eureka, CA on March 9, 1977, to Clint and Pam Giacomini. He grew up as part of a large family involved in dairy farming and ranching. From showing Jersey cows with Grandpa John, riding and roping with Grandpa Mickey, or hauling rodeo stock with his dad, Karl was never far from a cow or a horse. He was active in 4-H, and FFA and competed in High School Rodeo. After graduating from Ferndale High School in 1995, Karl attended Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo, and was part of the Cal Poly Mustang Rodeo Team. Karl competed in both Calf Roping and Team Roping events. After obtaining a b.s. in Animal Science in 2000, he went to work for Cargill Animal Nutrition.
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Karl was an example to everyone around him, he was honest and hard-working and the first to lend a hand to someone who needed help. He demanded the best effort from those around him and freely gave his best in return. Karl was a mentor to many and strove to help others rise. Karl focused on helping those around him elevate their game to a higher level. The Karl Giacomini Memorial Scholarship will be granted to a current Humboldt County High School Senior who is involved in agriculture and/or rodeo and exhibits Karl's qualities and attributes of putting their best effort forward and helping those around them succeed. Karl left a big hole in the hearts of many, especially for his wife, Stephanie, and daughters, Clara and Karly.
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The Karl Giacomini Memorial Scholarship was started by his friends and family to continue Karl's legacy of selflessness and determination.
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