Warren L Bippert Jr Annual Scholarship Award

Warren loved helping and working with kids in any and all aspects of agriculture. In his memory and from generous donations from family and friends, a scholarship fund has been started. Applications for the 2026 Warren L Bippert Jr. Annual Scholarship will be accepted. A $1,000 scholarship is being offered to any college freshman with a major in an agricultural course of study. The deadline for the application will be August 1st, 2026. The winning recipient will be announced before the NYBPA Supreme Female Show in Syracuse at the NYS Fair on Tuesday, September 1st. Warren was one of the founding beef producers of the Supreme Female Beef Program which started in 2010. This scholarship will be awarded annually until all funds are exhausted. 

If you are interested in donating to this scholarship fund in Warren’s memory, please send a check to:  Alden State Bank Warren L Bippert Jr Scholarship/Memorial Fund,  13200 Broadway Road,  Alden, NY 14004 

If you have any questions, please contact Brenda Bippert at [email protected]

 Application 

NYBPA Junior Scholarship

Deadline: December 31st of current year 

The New York Beef Producers' Association is proud to support the next generation of agricultural leaders through annual scholarship opportunities for eligible Junior Association members pursuing higher education. Scholarship applicants must be active members of the NYBPA Junior Association for at least two years, be New York residents, and be either a graduating high school senior or currently enrolled in a college, trade school, or other post-secondary program.

Scholarship awards are determined through a committee review and point-based scoring system, with applicants eligible to receive $500 or more in monetary support based on their total score. Award amounts may vary depending on available funds and committee discretion. 

To apply, students must submit a complete application packet including required responses, essay, transcript, one letter of recommendation, and a headshot by the deadline. Scholarships are presented annually at the NYBPA Annual Meeting in January, with funds released upon proof of post-secondary enrollment.

 Application Form