Dixon ag students: have you applied for these $31,000 in scholarships?

Dixon seniors: ready to dress up for a free afternoon prom?

Published on Feb. 11, 2026

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Dixon-area students pursuing agriculture degrees have until March 1 to apply for the Friends of the Dixon May Fair's Donnie and Tootie Huffman scholarships, which will award $31,000 this year. Dixon seniors 65 and older are also invited to a free Senior Prom on Feb. 26 hosted by the REM Legacy Foundation.

Why it matters

The scholarships provide crucial financial support for local students pursuing agricultural studies, while the free senior prom offers an opportunity for Dixon's older residents to socialize and celebrate together.

The details

The Friends of the Dixon May Fair's Donnie and Tootie Huffman scholarships are open to Solano County high school graduates studying agriculture anywhere in the U.S. The program has strong ties to the Dixon May Fair and local organizers, with several Dixon student recipients in the past. The REM Legacy Foundation's free Senior Prom will feature music, photos, local resource vendors, and a welcoming space for Dixon seniors 65 and older to come together.

  • The scholarship application deadline is March 1, 2026.
  • The free Senior Prom will be held on February 26, 2026 from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m.

The players

Friends of the Dixon May Fair

The organization that offers the Donnie and Tootie Huffman scholarships for Solano County students pursuing agricultural degrees.

REM Legacy Foundation

The organization hosting the free Senior Prom for Dixon residents aged 65 and older.

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The takeaway

These scholarship and community event opportunities demonstrate Dixon's commitment to supporting its agricultural heritage and providing enriching experiences for residents of all ages.