The WSU Master Gardeners of Grays Harbor and Pacific Counties are accepting applications for the annual $3,000 Don Tapio Scholarship.

Named for former WSU Extension Agent Don Tapio who is the epitome of “paying it forward,” this scholarship is open to graduating seniors in Grays Harbor and Pacific counties, including alternative and homeschool students. Applicants must intend to pursue a major in a horticulture/life sciences-related field.

To download the complete selection criteria and application instructions, visit www.pnwmg.org.

Applicants need to submit all documents to the WSU Grays Harbor County Extension Office. The drop-off address is 34 Elma McCleary Road, Elma, WA 98541. The mailing address is PO Box 3018, Elma, WA 98541-3018. Mailings must be postmarked no later than May 1, 2024 or must be delivered to the Extension Office no later than May 1, 2024 at 5 p.m.

The recipient will be selected by the Don Tapio Scholarship Committee. Applicants will be notified by mail of the decision.