Scholarship & Grant Opportunities
Kenley Farrell Memorial Grant-in-Aid
2022 Winner
Bridie McCluskey
Ms. McCluskey was awarded the KFMS grant to aid in her work to, “develop molecular tools to track the spread of mosquito species that have been identified as threats to health in the US.”
The grant will go to an individual(s) whose project/work promotes a better understanding of Michigan’s mosquito population or improvements in operational mosquito control; for example, projects considered for a grant could involve introducing, expanding, enhancing mosquito biological and/or physical controls, or implementing new industry technologies such as data processing and analysis. Winner Receives:
Up to $2,000 Application Due:
December 1, 2022 Sponsored By:
Hatfield Spraying Service Michigan Mosquito Control Association
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William J. Lechel, II Memorial Scholarship
2022 1st Place Winner
Michelle Volk
2022 2nd Place Winner Leigha Martyn
Students entering this competition will present findings from their research or a synopsis of existing research at the conference. The competition will be extremely valuable in educating students and industry members as well as promoting student involvement in MMCA. Presentations on mosquitoes are preferred, but research in health or pest-related fields, insects, insect control, weather, arthropod-borne disease or science education may also be presented. A total of 15 minutes will be allowed for each presentation.
Winner Receives:
1st $1,000 2nd $500 Application Due:
November 15, 2022 Sponsored By:
Michigan Mosquito Control Association 
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Attendance Opportunity GrantTo provide a deserving individual with the opportunity to attend the annual MMCA Conference. This grant allows individuals with an active involvement or interest in mosquito control to attend this educational forum who may not otherwise have the opportunity to participate.
Winner Receives:
Conference Registration 2 Hotel Nights Travel Stipend Application Due:
November 30, 2022 Sponsored By:
Michigan Mosquito Control Association 
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Award Opportunities
George B. Craig, Jr.
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H. Don Newson
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