The Gene Wiles Memorial Fund has applications available for its annual grant that provides financial support through a qualifying organization to a young adult from Washington County, MD, or the surrounding area, pursuing an agricultural endeavor. Applicants must be between the ages of 16 and 21 and have an affiliation with 4-H programs, the FFA or the Washington County Agriculture Board. Projects must relate directly to agricultural interests. Applications are due July 7.

Grants will be directed to programs specifically targeting a decrease in teen pregnancy and unsafe sexual practices in teens. Preference may be given to organizations or programs that offer education and programming to parents of pre-teens and teens. Click here to apply for the 2018 grant.