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Basic Information

Opens:
December 1, 2025
Deadline:
March 2, 2026
GPA Requirement:
Yes
Type:
Scholarship

Description

This scholarship memorializes Russel and Reba Farlow who built a successful wood manufacturing business in southern Indiana. Farlows led the Indiana Handle Company that produced croquet sets, baseball bats, and woodturnings for many furniture manufacturers. Farlows’ son Bradley and his family, longtime residents of Wabash County, want to honor the work ethic and entrepreneurial spirit of the elder Farlows.

Eligibility Requirements

  • Southwood or Northfield High School graduate (current year)
  • Minimum GPA of 2.0 on an 4.0 scale or equivalent
  • Must be pursuing a degree or industry recognized certification in manufacturing, trades, maintenance, or engineering

This scholarship is administered by the Community Foundation of Wabash County.

Eligibility Criteria

Residency:
Wabash County
High Schools:
Northfield Jr./Sr. High School Southwood Jr./Sr. High School
Fields of Study:
ENGINEERING Biomedical/Medical Engineering Chemical Engineering Civil Engineering Engineering Science Manufacturing Engineering Geological/Geophysical Engineering Mechatronics, Robotics, and Automation Engineering Biochemical Engineering Quality Control and Safety Technologies/Technicians CONSTRUCTION TRADES Mason/Masonry Carpenters Electrical and Power Transmission Installers Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection Plumbing and Related Water Supply Services MECHANIC AND REPAIR TECHNOLOGIES/TECHNICIANS Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) PRECISION PRODUCTION Machine Tool Technology/Machinist Sheet Metal Technology/Sheetworking Tool and Die Technology/Technician Welding Technology/Welder TRANSPORTATION AND MATERIALS MOVING Airline/Commercial/Professional Pilot and Flight Crew Construction Management
Student Levels:
High School