Andre Peer, wife, and son.
Andre Peer and Wilbur Peer.
A photograph of Andre Peer's son having fun playing with a tractor.
The article titled "A Commitment to Survive" was written by Andre Peer.
Andre Bernard Peer Scholarship
Andre Peer in crop field.

ANDRE BERNARD PEER

A Scholarship honoring an outstanding farmer, founder, and friend.

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The scholarship application is closed. Please check back in the summer of 2025.

Andre was known to be a perfectionist, always striving for excellence in all aspects of his life. He remained determined and motivated, undertaking any task set before him with greatness in mind. Andre's perseverance and love for farming resulted in his 2013 Farm Family of the Year Award for Phillips County, Arkansas. His legacy will always be remembered as a work of honor.

ELIGIBILITY‍

  • Applicant must be a senior student currently enrolled in an Arkansas high school.
  • Cumulative GPA between 2.60 and 4.0 on a 4.0 scale computed at the end of junior year.
  • Must have shown a growing interest in college preparatory studies.
  • Must have been active within the school community.
  • Proof of eligibility required if selected for the scholarship.
  • Application will be rated on appearance, verification of information, and clarity.

SELECTION OF A COLLEGE

  • The student should plan to attend any accredited college or university.

SCHOLARSHIP AWARDS‍

  • The selected applicant(s) will be awarded a $500 scholarship.
  • Awards are payable at the beginning of the school term.
  • The award may be used to cover the cost of tuition, fees, books, and room-and-board.
  • The intention of the scholarship is to provide opportunities for higher education for students interested in achieving leadership in their chosen fields.

OBLIGATIONS OF THE SCHOLARSHIP WINNER‍

  • The Board Director of the KKAC Foundation must be informed of the recipient’s academic performance at the end of the second semester of their freshman year (in writing).
  • The recipient must inform the president of any changes in college plans, permanent address, or if the recipient drops out of college for any reason.