NEWS RELEASE
Jasper Co. SWCD 618-783-2319 ext.3
Subject: Scholarship
Jasper County Soil & Water Conservation District Scholarship
The Jasper County Soil & Water Conservation District is accepting applications for their
annual scholarship.
$1500.00 scholarships will be awarded to a senior that is a Jasper county resident or a
recent high school graduate entering or enrolled in a natural resource, conservation,
environmental science, biology or an agriculture related major.
Scholarships will be based on GPA, participation and need. The District Board will
make the final decision on number of scholarships to be awarded.
Scholarship applications are available at the Jasper Co. SWCD office, the Newton
Community High School Guidance office or to receive a fillable application, please e-
mail lisa.holland@il.nacdnet.net or brad.tarr@il.nacdnet.net
All applications are due by the close of business March 1, 2021 at the Jasper Co.
SWCD 1403 Clayton Ave. Newton, IL 62448.
The winners will be announced at the Newton Community High School Awards Night.
Payments will be issued once a receipt has been provided showing payment of one of
the following items: tuition, books, room and board, etc.
Any questions may be directed to Lisa Holland or Brad Tarr at the Jasper Co. SWCD
phone 618-783-2319 ext. 3
