Washington State Beekeepers Association
Keeping the Bee in Business
Scholarship Information
Please support our research and scholarship fund
Washington State Beekeepers Association maintains a research and scholarship fund in the memory of three distinguished Washington beekeepers: Roy Thurber, Carl VanWechel, and Alvina Timmons. This fund is supported by generous endowments from each of their families and from annual proceeds from our benefit auction and by contributions from our members and the public. We make annual scholarship grants to worthy students and researchers who are advancing the knowledge of apiary science. These funds are kept as a separate account used solely for such grants and contributions in any amount are greatly appreciated.
Scholarship Funds
Scholarship funds support college level students and enhance opportunities to advance beekeeping knowledge.
P.F. “Roy” Thurber Scholarship
In memory of Roy Thurber who did so much to educate beekeepers and influence research around the US and Canada.
Alvina Timmons Scholarship
Helps fund further study and research at Washington State University (WSU) on honey bees in memory of John Timmon’s wife.
Carl VanWechel Scholarship
provides funding for research projects that would benefit beekeepers in Washington.
How to Apply
Washington State Beekeepers Association accepts applications for the Scholarship Fund all year round. To learn more about how to apply read this section written by President Kevin Oldenburg. Washington State Beekeepers Association accepts applications for the Scholarship Fund all year round. To learn more about how to apply read this section written by President Kevin Oldenburg.
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WASBA Scholarship Fund
WASBA Treasurer
P.O. Box 4824
Spokane, WA 99220