Again this year MAFE will be giving away six (6) $1,000 scholarships to outstanding youth involved in the Michigan fair industry.

  1. Each year up to six (6) scholarships of $1,000 may be awarded, one being the Neil Kentner memorial scholarship.
  2. Scholarships are open to applicants that are high school seniors or currently enrolled in post-secondary education.
  3. Application must be RECEIVED by midnight on November 3, 2025 via Jotform. Applications received after deadline will not be accepted.
  4. Scholarships winners will be announced at the Annual MAFE Convention.
  5. The scholarship can be used for any and all expenses related to the applicant education.
  6. The full amount of the scholarship will be paid at the MAFE Annual Convention along with 3 complimentary banquet tickets. If attendee is not present at the convention, the scholarship will be mailed to the address listed in the application.
  7. The applicant must be involved in a MAFE member fair, festival or associate business for the prior 3 years. This can include exhibiting, volunteering or working.