The funds for the NPFDA Scholarships come from cash donations and the NPFDA Foundation Silent Auction, held each January during the NPFDA Annual Convention in Atlanta.
Scholarship Details
- Eight scholarships available, each worth $5,000
- Aimed at supporting the educational goals of NPFDA members and their families
- Scholarships awarded based on academic achievement, goals and aspirations, and community involvement
Eligibility Criteria
- Applicant must be an employee or child/dependent of an NPFDA member company employee
- Must be enrolled full-time in a US-based college, university, or technical school or be a high school senior
- Graduate students are not eligible
- Must be pursuing a college degree
Application Process
- Complete the online application form
- Upload the most recent academic transcript
- Submit an essay detailing the applicant's goals and aspirations
- Provide a letter of recommendation from a non-family member advisor or mentor
NPFDA has been in existence since 1967 and is constantly growing and changing to meet it’s member's needs. NPFDA was started by a group of poultry & food distributors who recognized a true need for an organization able to deal with the problems of the distribution segment of the industry. Within the course of a year, NPFDA saw the need to expand membership with broad objectives structured to embody all segments of the industry and incorporate a "team" concept.