Exciting news – the 2026 Northern Neck SWCD scholarship applications are now available! We offer two $4,000 scholarships to students with permanent residency in Lancaster, Northumberland, Richmond, or Westmoreland Counties and demonstrate an active interest in natural resource conservation and/or environmental studies.

The Virginia Association of Soil & Water Conservation Districts (VASWCD) is awarding four $2,000 scholarships to individuals who reside and/or attend school within the Northern Neck and have applied to a college freshman level curriculum. Applicants shall demonstrate an active interest in conservation.

For consideration, your fully completed application must be received in the NNSWCD office by Wednesday, March 11, 2026 by 4:00 PM. Incomplete or late applications will not be considered. Visit our scholarship page for more information on the two scholarships.