Canadian Western Agribition has received the largest individual donation in its history.
Lilie R. Farley has donated $50,000 for a new annual scholarship in honour of her late husband, William M Farley.
The William M Farley Memorial Scholarship will give qualifying students up to $1,500 toward their post secondary and graduate education.
“We are sincerely moved by Lilie’s generosity and support,” said Reed Andrew, president of CWA, in a press release.
“The Farley family has always been wonderful supporters of Agribition. We are truly honoured.”
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Farley was actively involved in the CWA for many years, including as a board member and committee chair for 10 years.
He helped develop, launch and nurture the CWA’s Grain Show in 1980. He continued to guide its growth, including forage and pedigreed seed competitions.
He was recognized with the Chris Sutter Award in 1994 for his contribution to the development and sustainability of the Grain Show.
“My husband devoted his life to farming and had a strong belief in contributing to the agriculture industry,” said Lilie R. Farley in the press release.
“I am happy to be able to give such a gift to Agribition in honour of Bill.”
To learn more about applying for the scholarship, go to www.agribition.com.
