The Ohio Turfgrass Foundation is excited to announce that applications are now open for our 2025 scholarship program! We are proud to support the next generation of turfgrass industry leaders and encourage all eligible students to apply.

This year, we are offering several scholarships. A single application will be considered for all available awards. Opportunities include, but are not limited to:

• Matt Williams Honorary Educational Scholarship: Two scholarships of $2,500 each will be awarded to students currently enrolled in a 2 or 4-year turfgrass management program.

• Darian Daily Internship Grant: At least one grant of $2,500 will be awarded to a student with an interest in Sports Turf who has recently completed an internship in the field.

Key Eligibility Requirements:

• Applicants must be a member of the Ohio Turfgrass Foundation. (Note: Student membership is free!)

• Applicants must be enrolled in a 2 or 4-year program related to the turfgrass industry.

• Specific requirements for each scholarship are detailed in the attached application packet.

The deadline for all applications is October 15th, 2025.

All necessary information, including detailed eligibility criteria, submission instructions, and the official application form, can be found in the attached PDF document.

Please share this information with any students, interns, or colleagues who may be interested in this fantastic opportunity to further their education and career in the turfgrass industry.

Completed applications should be sent electronically to the OTF Scholarship Committee at [email protected] with the subject line "OTF Scholarship".

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