The Wisconsin Pork Association (WPA) is once again offering Youth Pig Project scholarships. These scholarships are designed to assist 4-H and FFA members in establishing swine projects that can lead to development of life skills and career opportunities in the Wisconsin pork industry.
4-H and FFA youth are eligible to apply for a $100 scholarship used to offset costs associated with their
2025 pig project. Scholarships will be awarded in three age divisions: Ages 9-12, 13-15, and 16-19 (as of
January 1st, 2025). Through support from swine breeders and allied industry members around the state,
the goal is to raise enough funds to support a minimum of 50 youth scholarships.
Once selected, youth are also asked to participate in an educational webinar to receive their scholarship
funds. The Wisconsin Pork Association is committed to youth development and feels that offering
resources like this will help further educate youth about swine production, emphasize the WeCare ®
commitment of pork producers and offer other opportunities within the industry.
Interested youth may download the scholarship application form from the WPA website at
www.wppa.org/youth-pig-project/ or call the WPA office at 608-723-7551 to have a copy mailed.
Completed application forms must be emailed or postmarked no later than February 1st, 2025.
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