BLACKFOOT — If you’re a graduating senior looking for a scholarship, you may be eligible for one through the Eastern Idaho State Fair.
Locals graduating high school in 2017 can apply for a $1,000 scholarship. The Eastern Idaho State Fair and Butler Amusements Inc. will grant six awards.
They will be given to students who have a GPA of 3.0 or higher, according to a news release from the Eastern Idaho State Fair. Students must have participated in the 2016 state fair as a 4-H or FFA member.
Winners will be chosen based on personal and professional goals, student activities, community service, and financial need.
Students within counties of the 16-county fair district are able to apply: Bannock, Bear Lake, Bingham, Bonneville, Butte, Caribou, Clark, Custer, Franklin, Fremont, Jefferson, Lemhi, Madison, Oneida, Power, and Teton.
The deadline for applications is Wednesday, March 22. Applications need to be mailed to
Eastern Idaho State Fair
P.O. Box 250
Blackfoot, ID 83221
Get more information on scholarships and downloading the application here.
Contact (208) 785-2480 or email cathy@funatthefair.com for questions.
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