4-H Youth in Action Awards

Scholarship Description

The 4-H Youth in Action Program recognizes four confident young leaders who are 4-H members or alumni between the ages of 15-19 in our core pillar areas of Agriculture, Civic Engagement, Healthy Living & STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics). Each of the four pillar winners will receive: A $5,000 scholarship for higher education, to be paid directly to the institution, including two-year and four-year colleges, trade schools or other advanced learning opportunities. An all-expenses paid trip for the pillar winner & a chaperone to Washington, D.C. The winner will be recognized at the Legacy Awards. Participate in training opportunities and media engagements, while engaging with Council leadership, celebrities & other prominent 4-H alumni. An opportunity to be featured as the 4-H Youth Spokesperson for their pillar area. An official reference letter from National 4-H Council President and CEO, Jennifer Sirangelo

Eligibility Requirements

• Aged between 15 and 19 years old
• Type of institution award is open to: two-year college
• Type of institution award is open to: trade/technical school

Application Requirements

• Application form required
• Interview required
• Essay required
• Photograph required

How To Apply