Scholarship Program
The Wildlife For Everyone Foundation (WFEF) invites undergraduate students who are aspiring conservationists, naturalists, biologists, ecologists, and wildlife enthusiasts to apply for the 2025 WFEF scholarship. Visit www.wildlifeforeveryone.org for more information on the WFEF.
Award – WFEF will award up to five $1000 scholarships for expenses related to education or participation in natural resource-related conferences, workshops, field experiences, etc. Award recipients also receive a one-year membership to the Wildlife For Everyone Foundation.
Why Apply? – In addition to receiving a cash award, the scholarship connects you to numerous individuals working in natural resources, can be listed on your resume, and provides you with experience and mentors.
Requirements – Eligible students must be enrolled in an accredited college or university in a 2-year or 4-year program and actively participate in natural resource and conservation activities such as hunting, fishing, birding, habitat restoration, research, and monitoring. Selection will be based on multiple factors including academic success, career goals, demonstration of leadership and communication skills, and interest in participating in WFEF events and opportunities. Previous scholarship recipients are ineligible. Awards will be presented at the 2025 WFEF Soaring Eagle Event on Friday May 2, in State College, PA. Winners are encouraged to attend the awards presentation at the event and will be provided with a complimentary ticket as well as overnight accommodations if needed. Award recipients are encouraged to participate in and assist at one or more WFEF events during the calendar year and/or submit an article to the WFEF magazine.
To Apply - Provide a resume and the scholarship application information listed below. Email all information to Judy Onufrak, Wildlife For Everyone Foundation, judy@wildlifeforeveryone.org by February 14, 2025.
Application Information:
- 1) Resume that includes A) School, major, year; B) Membership and participation in natural resource-related clubs and other organizations; C) Name and contact information for one reference.
- 2) Career goals.
- 3) Description of how you would use the scholarship award.
- 4) If awarded, which WFEF event(s) or project you are most interested in assisting: Great Outdoor Picnic (June 21), Lehigh Valley Clay Shoot (Sept 12), wetland habitat management and outreach (ongoing), and writing an article for the WFEF magazine (ongoing). Further event information is available from Judy Onufrak.
