The Neptune Navy Grimmer - Ashton Ross-Smith Bursary was established in the 1980’s for students intending to study in a field related to agriculture. Both Nep and Ashton were active members of the Farmers’ Institute, supporting farming in our community.*
The Ellen Willingham - Tekla Deverell Bursary for Volunteerism was established in 2025 to recognize students who volunteer in our community and plan to continue their studies in any field after graduation. Both Ellen and Tekla were active volunteers for the Farmers’ Institute, participating in and organizing the Fall Fair and the Farmers’ Market for many years.
*There is an new, additional separate award linked to the Nep Grimmer - Ashton Ross-Smith bursary - it is the Judy Williams-Corbett Education Award for someone who is going to study in a field related to nature and agriculture. It is valued at $5,000 per year for up to four years, with a total value of $20,000. The funding for the award is generously provided by an anonymous donor. A committee has been established to administer this award. The mission statement is to honour the legacy of Judy Williams-Corbett, a noted naturalist, farmer, and educator by providing funding and mentorship for education in these fields. The vision is to achieve long-term food security within the community.
Deadline for applications: March 10
