GreenStone Farm Credit Services is proud to announce the recipients of both the GreenStone Scholarship and the Dave Armstrong Scholarship in 2025, totaling $60,000 in educational support awarded to exceptional students. Since 2010, GreenStone has awarded more than $500,000 in scholarships to students preparing to make a positive impact in the agriculture industry.
The GreenStone Scholarship Program selected 21 high school seniors who demonstrated outstanding dedication to coursework, extracurricular activities, leadership, and a strong commitment to pursuing careers in agriculture. Recipients received either a $2,000 or $1,000 award to support their education.
The 2025 awardees for the GreenStone Scholarship are: Allie Choate (Cement City, Mich.), Ava Totzke (Stevensville, Mich.), Blake Jauquet (Luxemburg, Wis.), Bryce Ritter (Byron, Mich.), Carter Lenzer (Valders, Wis.), Celina Eldridge (Stanton, Mich.), Chesaney Wenzlaff (Kingston, Mich.), Colby Tucker (Hopkins, Mich.), Darek and David Trzebiatowski (Waupaca, Wis.), Elayna Hawkins (Freeport, Mich.), Elizabeth Hartmann (Flint, Mich.), Jacob Rohm (Seymour, Wis.), Kaden Petroshus (Gobles, Mich.), Madison Wiese (Greenleaf, Wis.), McKenzie Voisinet (Laingsburg, Mich.), Owen Epple (Watervliet, Mich.), Owen Newland (Belding, Mich.), Patrick Priesman (Bellevue, Mich.), Rylee Nelson (Waupaca, Wis.), and Sydney DuRussel (Reese, Mich.).
In addition, four outstanding college students were awarded the Dave Armstrong Scholarship, named after GreenStone’s former CEO, who dedicated 41 years at GreenStone, advancing agricultural innovation and stewardship. This prestigious scholarship, $5,000 each, aims to recognize and support students continuing to pursue careers in agriculture, timber, and natural resources.
The 2025 awardees for the Dave Armstrong Scholarship are: Abigail Guza (Ubly, Mich.), Jenna Gries (Manitowoc, Wis.), Laken DuRussel (Munger, Mich.), and Lily Mendels (Holland, Mich.).
“At GreenStone, we have a deep commitment to investing in the future of agriculture by empowering the next generation of leaders,” said Travis Jones, President and CEO. “By providing financial support to these students, we aim to enable them to pursue their dreams and inspire a bright future in agriculture across Michigan and northeast Wisconsin.”
Each student selected for either of GreenStone’s scholarships met specific criteria, including residency within GreenStone’s territory, competitive GPA, and plans to pursue an agriculture or natural resources-related field. Additionally, awardees demonstrated active community involvement, leadership in school and a passion for agriculture.
Applications for the 2026 scholarships will be available on the GreenStone website in early 2026, providing another opportunity for aspiring agricultural leaders to apply for financial support.
