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Washington Wheat Ambassador Program

Developing the next generation of agricultural leaders — and connecting Washington's wheat story to the public.

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About the Program Leadership, Scholarship & Agricultural Advocacy

The Washington Wheat Ambassador Leadership Program is sponsored by the Washington Wheat Foundation and is available to children of WAWG members living in Washington State.

The program is designed to provide young adults with an excellent leadership and scholarship opportunity. It is also designed to increase the public's understanding of the wheat industry and how farming affects their daily life as consumers.

Selected ambassadors represent Washington wheat growers at events across the state, share the story of farming with communities and policymakers, and serve as a direct connection between the next generation and the industry that supports it.

Application Deadline: October 15, 2026
All materials must be uploaded by 11:59 p.m. on the deadline date.

Who Can Apply?

  • Children of active WAWG members

  • Washington State residents

  • High school seniors in good academic standing

  • Students with interest in agriculture, leadership, or public speaking

Program Details What Ambassadors Do

The program gives participants hands-on experience in leadership, communication, and agricultural advocacy — both in their communities and across Washington State.

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Public Representation

Ambassadors represent WAWG and Washington's wheat growers at industry events, community gatherings, and public outreach activities throughout the year.

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Scholarship Award

Each ambassador receives a scholarship to help support their post-secondary education. The program invests in students who are invested in Washington agriculture.

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Industry Connection

Ambassadors attend the WAWG Annual Convention and connect with growers across the state — gaining direct exposure to the policy, research, and trade issues shaping Washington wheat.

2025-2026 Meet Washington's Wheat Ambassadors

This year's ambassadors represent the best of Washington's agricultural communities — active on the farm, engaged in school, and ready to share the wheat story statewide.

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Isabella Huntley

Huntley is the daughter of Tara and Jason Huntley. She is a senior at Colfax High School in Colfax, Wash. She plays volleyball, basketball, and softball and is heavily involved in FFA. In fact, her team ended up placing second in the nation for ag sales this year, while individually, she placed first. In her free time, she enjoys baking, playing the piano and flute, spending time with family and friends and helping out around her family’s farm.

Huntley is planning a career in the medical field. She hasn’t decided where she’ll be attending college, but she’s certain it will be out of state. She said she’s taking the opportunity to experience different parts of the country and broaden her perspectives before returning to the Palouse and hopefully settling close to home.

Luke Goetz

Goetz is the son of Jennifer and Kevin Goetz. He is a senior at Almira-Coulee-Hartline High School in Coulee City, Wash., where he plays football and baseball, is active in FBLA and FFA and is the Associate Student Body president. Outside of school, he is active in his church; Scouting; loves to spend time with his dog, Jacques, and friends; and enjoys following politics and analyzing polls, opinions, and pundits.

Goetz is active on his family’s farm, which raises wheat and cattle. He has shown pigs in FFA for 10 years. After graduation, Goetz plans to attend Baylor University, double majoring in international business and political science.

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Apply Now Ready to Represent Washington Wheat?

The Washington Wheat Ambassador Leadership Program selects high school seniors who are connected to agriculture and ready to step into a public-facing role for Washington's wheat industry. Ambassadors represent growers at events, build real-world communication skills, earn a scholarship, and carry the program forward by mentoring the next class.

Applications are reviewed by a panel, and selected ambassadors are announced at the annual Convention. All submitted materials are treated confidentially.

Application Deadline: October 15, 2026
All materials must be uploaded by 11:59 p.m. on the deadline date.

Application Checklist

Be sure to review the application requirements before starting your application below. 

  • Completed application form

  • High school transcript

  • Two letters of reference from wheat industry representatives

  • One letter of reference from a civic or community leader

  • Written responses to all six essay questions

  • Amateur introduction video (approx. 1 minute; .mpg or .mov format)

Questions?
Contact KayDee Gilkey at (509) 659-0610.

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