Scholarship Program

The Heart O' Texas Fair & Rodeo, held at the Extraco Events Center in Waco is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Our mission is to produce events for education, entertainment and agricultural experiences at the premier multi-use facility while giving back through youth scholarships and a positive economic impact to Central Texas.

In 2024, the Heart O' Texas Fair & Rodeo awarded $280,000 in scholarships to 52 Texas students for the 2023-24 academic year. This continues the Fair & Rodeo’s tradition and mission of giving back through youth scholarships.

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Past Scholarship Recipients

2024

Top Scholar - Brooke Wanjura ($25,000)
Reserve Top Scholar - Ryleigh Whitwaker ($20,000)

Number of Students that received Scholarships: 52
Total Amount Awarded: $280,000

2023

Top Scholar – Taylor Colvin ($25,000)

Reserve Top Scholar - William Jones ($20,000)

Number of Students that received Scholarships: 51
Total Amount Awarded: $256,500

2022

Top Scholar - Faith Lauderdale ($25,000)
Reserve Top Scholar - Kenall Bone ($20,000)

Number of Students that received Scholarships: 49
Total Amount Awarded: $250,000

2021

Top Scholar - Lexy Ide ($20,000)
Reserve Top Scholar - Courtney Thurman ($15,000)

Number of Students that received Scholarships: 36
Total Amount Awarded: $137,000

2020

Top Scholar - Hailey Crumley ($20,000)
Reserve Top Scholar - Meghan Malcik ($15,000)

Number of Students that received Scholarships: 43
Total Amount Awarded: $155,000

2019

Top Scholar - Laynie Grisham ($20,000)
Reserve Top Scholar - Halee Wise ($15,000)

Number of Students that received Scholarships: 48
Total Amount Awarded: $153,000