Saffire Convention Registration Grant

Rules & Guidelines

This grant is designed to enable an individual to receive one full registration to the Washington State Fairs Association Convention in Wenatchee, Washington at the Wenatchee Convention Center from October 22 -24, 2026.

Through the support of Saffire, two grants will be awarded in 2026. This is a full registration for the recipient.
A single registration entitles you to one name badge, entrance to all convention activities, meals, a program and number making you eligible for all the prizes to be given away.
Additional Individual meals may be purchased for $55 each: Thursday lunch, Thursday evening; Friday lunch; Friday evening; Saturday lunch.
Badges will be required at all meetings and convention functions.
If you are already registered for the convention, you do not need to additionally register for Super Saturday.
This grant does not include travel costs or lodging. The hotel information is located on the WSFA website with convention rate available until Wednesday, September 30, 2026.

Guidelines and Eligibility

Two (2) grants to be awarded in 2026

Must have never attended the WSFA Convention or have not attended in two or more years.
Must be from a WSFA member Fair (board member, staff members, or volunteer). All member Fairs must be in good standing.
Grants are not transferable
Convention Registration Scholarship is for the 2026 WSFA Annual Convention.

Procedure

Applications are due by Monday, August 31 by 5 pm. (See below)
Provide a letter from the organization’s CEO or Board President supporting the applicants’ participation in the WSFA Annual Convention if applying from a Fair.

Judging

Applications will be “blind” when delivered to the members of the scholarship selection committee, and will be given a “blind judging”
Judging will be based on an individual score. Each judge reviews each application individually and on its own merit, assigning a score to that individual application.

Criteria

Evidence of leadership & involvement – 3 points
Service to community and fair – 3 points
Outstanding character – 1 point
Essay – 5 points

WSFA Impact Award Application for Nomination

Submit the completed form and documents by Wednesday, September 23, 2026.

You can upload additional items directly to this for or also email to wastatefairs@outlook.com.

This comprehensive form ensures that all necessary information is provided to evaluate the nominee’s suitability for the Innovator Award in the fair industry, focusing on their impact, creativity, and leadership.

Submission Instructions: Please complete all sections of this form and attach any required supporting documentation.

Nomination Submitted By:

First Name

Last Name

Email Address

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Phone Number

Fair:

Job Title:

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Nominee's Information Information

First Name

Last Name

Organization

Title

Address Line 1

Address Line 2

City

State

Postal Code

Phone Number

Email Address

Impact Details

Attach a brief summary of why this individual is a positive force for the fair industry in 500 words or less.

Include information to support why this an up and coming individual is making a positive impact by creative solutions, pioneering approaches, or advancements to improve their fair and/or the fair industry.

You may type this in the box or upload an attachment below.

Impact details

Summary should be 500 words or less.

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I hereby confirm that all information provided is accurate to the best of my knowledge and that the nominee is aware of and consents to this nomination.

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PDF Application

Please email your application by September 24th by 5 pm to wastatefairs@outlook.com

WSFA Saffire Convention Scholarship Application