Angus Foundation Introduces New Vo‑Tech Scholarship for 2026
Supporting hands‑on career pathways in agriculture and the beef industry
March 10, 2026
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
For more information contact:
Holly Martin, director of communications
816-383-5143
The Angus Foundation is expanding its commitment to supporting the next generation of the beef industry with the launch of its new Vo‑Tech Scholarship, available beginning with the 2026 application season. This scholarship is designed to support students who are actively involved in the Angus breed that are pursuing vocational and technical education that leads directly to skilled careers in agriculture and related fields.
The Vo‑Tech Scholarship supports students attending accredited technical schools, community colleges or certification programs. Eligible areas of study include welding, diesel mechanics, feedlot or processing‑center operations, animal husbandry, ag technology systems, meat processing and other trade‑based training essential to the beef supply chain.
“For many young people, vocational and technical programs provide the most direct path into meaningful careers that support our industry,” said Jaclyn Boester, Angus Foundation Executive Director. “By adding this scholarship, we’re ensuring students who choose skilled trades have the support they need to contribute to the future of Angus business.”
The Vo‑Tech Scholarship joins the Foundation’s long‑standing undergraduate, graduate and commercial cattlemen scholarship programs. In 2025 alone, the Foundation awarded $395,500 in scholarships to 142 students, helping young leaders pursue a range of degrees and technical certificates.
The application for the new Vo‑Tech Scholarship is now available, and students are encouraged to apply now through May 1, 2026.
About the Angus Foundation Scholarship Opportunities
Vo‑Tech Scholarship
New in 2026, the Angus Foundation will award scholarships to support students pursuing vocational or technical education related to the beef industry. The Vo‑Tech Scholarship is designed for individuals seeking specialized training at accredited technical schools, community colleges or certification programs that prepare them for hands‑on careers in agriculture and allied industries.
Access to Application: Download application at www.angus.org/foundation/apply-for-scholarships
Submission: Email completed materials to scholarships@angus.org
Commercial Cattlemen Scholarship
The Angus Foundation will award five $1,500 scholarships to undergraduate students who use Angus genetics in a commercial cattle operation. The applicant or their parent/guardian must have transferred or been transferred an Angus registration paper in the last 36 months (on or after May 1, 2023) and must be considered commercial and not seedstock in their operation. The scholarship applies to any field of study.
Access to Application: Download application at www.angus.org/foundation/apply-for-scholarships/commercial-scholarships
Submission: Email to scholarships@angus.org
Deadline: May 1, 2026
Undergraduate and Graduate Angus Foundation Scholarships
One application provides eligibility for more than $250,000 awarded annually through the Angus Foundation Scholarship Program. Available to all junior Angus members, a single completed application qualifies applicants for all listed scholarships. NJAA members can apply via American Angus Association Login through May 1, 2026.
Access to Application: AAA login (www.angusonline.org/Account/Login), “Programs” tab
Submission: Through AAA login
Deadline: May 1, 2026
External Scholarships
In addition to the many scholarships available through the general undergraduate scholarship application, NJAA members may be eligible for additional Angus Foundation scholarships administered by partners who share our mission.
View additional opportunities here: www.angus.org/foundation/apply-for-scholarships/external-scholarships
Deadline: Varies based on Application
The Angus Foundation encourages all eligible youth to apply for this year’s scholarship opportunities and take the next step toward building their future. Applications for programs including undergraduate, graduate, VoTech and Commercial Cattlemen’s scholarships are due May 1, 2026.
Application links and full details are available www.angus.org/foundation/apply-for-scholarships
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Cutline: The Angus Foundation introduces its new Vo‑Tech Scholarship, supporting students pursuing vocational and technical careers within the beef industry.
About the Angus Foundation
Established as a 501(c)(3) organization in 1980, the Angus Foundation remains focused on its mission to support Angus education, youth, and research. The organization has distributed more than $5.3 million in youth scholarships since 1998 and has also invested more than $1.5 million in beef cattle research in the past decade.
For more information, contact the Angus Foundation at 816-383-5100.
ANGUS MEANS BUSINESS
The American Angus Association® is the nation’s largest beef breed organization, serving more than 21,000 members across the United States, Canada and several other countries. It’s home to an extensive breed registry that grows by more than 300,000 animals each year. The Association also provides programs and services to farmers, ranchers and others who rely on Angus to produce quality genetics for the beef industry and quality beef for consumers. For more information about Angus cattle and the American Angus Association, visit www.angus.org.
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