Great Falls Students Invited to Scholarship Meet and Greet Event

Teens can win $3,000 scholarship and meet inspiring guests at upcoming event.

Apr. 14, 2026 at 9:20pm

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Teenagers in the Great Falls, Montana area are invited to attend the Ultimate Scholarship Meet & Greet Event on April 22nd at Bison Ford. The event will feature special guests like Miss Rodeo Canada 2026 and local TV personalities, and will give away a $3,000 educational scholarship in a drawing.

Why it matters

With the rising costs of college, any opportunity for local students to earn scholarship funds is significant. This event aims to get teens excited about their futures and provide them a chance to connect with inspiring role models and potentially win money for their education.

The details

The Ultimate Scholarship Meet & Greet Event will take place on Wednesday, April 22nd at Bison Ford in Great Falls. In addition to the $3,000 scholarship drawing, the event will feature appearances by Abbey Harty (Miss Rodeo Canada 2026), Chad and Marsha Schearer of Shoot Straight TV, and Cascade County Sheriff Jesse Slaughter. Attendees will also have a chance to win other prizes like a UWS Truck Tool Box and Buck Knives.

  • The event will take place on Wednesday, April 22, 2026.
  • The $3,000 scholarship will be awarded in a drawing during the event.

The players

Abbey Harty

Miss Rodeo Canada 2026, one of the special guests attending the event.

Chad and Marsha Schearer

Hosts of Shoot Straight TV, who will be appearing at the event.

Jesse Slaughter

Cascade County Sheriff, one of the event's special guests.

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What’s next

Teens interested in attending the event can reach out to Marsha at 406-781-9027 for more information.

The takeaway

This scholarship event provides a valuable opportunity for Great Falls students to connect with inspiring role models, learn about potential career paths, and potentially earn much-needed funds for their college education.