The Cherokee PRCA Rodeo board is proud to announce the second annual $10,000 Leader in Agriculture Scholarship to be awarded in the spring of 2025. This scholarship will be available to high school seniors, undergraduate and graduate students who are passionate about agriculture and our community.
Eligible applicants must have graduated from a high school or home school program in Cherokee, Ida, Buena Vista, O’Brien, Plymouth or Woodbury Counties. Pursuit of an ag-related degree or trade is a must. It is not required that the applicant be a rodeo athlete.
Applications and eligibility guidelines can be found on the Cherokee Rodeo website at www.cherokeerodeo.inc. Students must provide a completed application, written essay, references, and a letter of recommendation. Selected applicants will participate in a face to face conversation with the Cherokee Rodeo Scholarship Committee. Successful recipients and all other applicants may re-apply and be added to the new pool for the opportunity to be awarded this scholarship.
Cherokee Rodeo, Inc., is an Iowa non-profit corporation, that promotes agriculture by hosting an annual, family-friendly rodeo experience that educates and entertains the public, supports Iowa youth, showcases Midwestern livestock heritage, and provides year-round educational support within the community.
Find out more about the Cherokee Rodeo Leader in Agriculture Scholarship Program by attending our 2nd annual Rodeo Watch Party fundraiser to be held on Saturday, February 22, 2025. It’s a great chance to meet the people behind the scenes, eat some amazing food, and help support this new scholarship program. For more information, visit www.cherokeerodeo.com or follow online via Facebook.